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Lebanon Sucked Deeper into War as Hezbollah, Israel Trade Blows

Lebanon was pulled deeper into the war in the Middle East on Tuesday as the Iran-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah launched missiles at Israel for a second…

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Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov speaks during a joint press conference with Brunei's Second Minister of Foreign Affairs after their talks at Zinaida Morozova's Mansion in Moscow on March 3, 2026. (AFP)

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Russian, Iranian Foreign Ministers Discuss US, Israeli Strikes on Iran

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke by phone on Tuesday with his Iranian counterpart Abbas &zwnj;Araqchi, Russia's &zwnj;Foreign Ministry &zwnj;said. …

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A plume of smoke rises following a US-Israeli military strike in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. (AP)

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Israel, US Strikes Hit Building of Body to Elect New Iran Supreme Leader

Israeli and US strikes on Tuesday hit the building of a body tasked with electing Iran's new supreme leader, local media reported. Former leader Ali Khamenei…

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Rescue workers gather in front of the destroyed center of the Jamaa Islamiya group which hit by an Israeli strike, in the southern port city of Sidon, Lebanon, Tuesday, March, 3, 2026. (AP)

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Israel Strikes Jamaa Islamiya Group’s HQ in Sidon, South Lebanon

Beirut, Lebanon, March 3, 2026 (AFP) - Israel struck a headquarters belonging to the Jamaa Islamiya group, an ally of Hamas and Hezbollah, in the southern…

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Israel Steps up Airstrikes in Tehran, as Iran Widens Its Response Across the Region

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Israel Steps up Airstrikes in Tehran, as Iran Widens Its Response Across the Region

Israel stepped up airstrikes against Iranian missile launchers and factories Tuesday, and Iran retaliated across the Gulf region, disrupting energy supplies…

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03 March 2020, Israel, Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers an address. (dpa)

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Netanyahu’s Political Future at Stake with Iran War, Say Experts

With elections approaching in Israel, the war with Iran has handed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu an opportunity to restore an image deeply scarred by Hamas…

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European Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Hadja Lahbib speaks with the media as she arrives for a meeting of EU foreign ministers at the European Council building in Brussels, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. (AP)

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EU Helping Evacuate Citizens from Middle East

The European Union has begun helping member countries Italy, Austria and Slovakia repatriate their citizens stranded due to the war in the Middle East, the…

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China’s Foreign Minister Tells Israeli Counterpart That Attacks on Iran Must End

The sun sets behind a plume of smoke rising after a US–Israeli military strike in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. (AP)

UN Urges All Sides in Middle East War to ‘Come to Their Senses’

A woman reacts on the street following an Israeli and US strike on a police station, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 3, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters

Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Iran Attack on US Embassy in Riyadh, Reserves Right to Respond

A view of the Saudi capital Riyadh. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Lebanese President Says Ban on Hezbollah’s Military Activity ‘Irreversible’

President Aoun meets with members of the Quintet at the presidential palace on Tuesday. (Lebanese Presidency)

Israel Orders Troops to Seize New Positions in Lebanon

Fires erupt from buildings damaged in an early morning Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs on March 3, 2026. (Photo by AFP)

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Birds fly as smoke rises following an explosion, after Israel and the US launched strikes on Iran, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 2, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters

US Debuts Suicide Drone in Iran After Fast-Tracked Pentagon Procurement

People visit Hormuz Island in the Strait of Hormuz off the Iranian city of Bandar Abbas (File photo – AFP)

Strait of Hormuz Under Siege: A Double Shock to Global Energy Markets

A picture of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei hangs on a black sheet along the side of a mosque in Tehran, Iran, Monday, March 2, 2026. (AP)

A Look at Some of the Contenders to Be Iran’s Supreme Leader After the Killing of Khamenei

US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announce an agreement between the two countries as they hold a press conference at Chequers at the conclusion of a state visit on September 18, 2025, in Aylesbury, Britain. (Reuters)

Trump Says US-UK Relationship ‘Not Like It Used to Be’

A satellite image shows a closer view of the Natanz Nuclear Facility with new building damage, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, near Natanz, Iran, March 2, 2026. (Vantor/Handout via Reuters)

Satellite Imagery Shows Apparent Attack on Iranian Nuclear Site, Report Says

Demonstrators run amid tear gas as supporters of Iraqi Shiite armed groups attempt to move toward the US embassy located in Baghdad's Green Zone following the Israel and US strikes on Iran and the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, in Baghdad, Iraq, March 1, 2026. (Reuters)

‘Tactical Calm’ May Precede Long War in Iraq

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02 March 2026, Qatar, Doha: Smoke rise as Qatari air defenses intercepted Iranian missiles using the Patriot missile defense system over Doha. Photo: Stringer/dpa

Qatar Says Thwarted Iran Attacks on Hamad International Airport

Asharq Al Awsat (Doha) Tuesday 03/03 - 11:26

Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Iran Attack on US Embassy in Riyadh, Reserves Right to Respond

MWL Strongly Condemns Iran’s Attacks in Gulf

Vehicles drive along the highway leading to and from Kuwait City on March 2, 2026. (AFP)

Drones Hit Fuel Tank at Oman’s Duqm Port

A view of the Port of Duqm, Oman. (Oman News Agency)

Saudi FM Holds Calls with Egyptian, Russian and Canadian Counterparts on Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Crown Prince Receives Phone Call from Swiss President Affirming Solidarity with the Kingdom

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)

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Israel Strikes Jamaa Islamiya Group’s HQ in Sidon, South Lebanon

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EU Helping Evacuate Citizens from Middle East

Iraqi Government Seeks to Keep Country Out of Iran War Fallout

Al-Sudani chairs a meeting of the National Security Council (Prime Minister’s Office Media).

Lebanon Sucked Deeper into War as Hezbollah, Israel Trade Blows

Displaced residents from the southern suburbs sit along Corniche Al Manara in Beirut, Lebanon, 02 March 2026, after fleeing their homes following Israeli strikes. EPA/WAEL HAMZEH

Lebanese President Says Ban on Hezbollah’s Military Activity ‘Irreversible’

Despite Keeping its Distance, Syria Still Feels the Fallout of the Iran War

02 March 2026, Syria, Ain Terma: People watch the damage after an intercepted missile fell in a residential building in Ain Tarma town. Photo: Moawia Atrash/dpa

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Russian, Iranian Foreign Ministers Discuss US, Israeli Strikes on Iran

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Israel, US Strikes Hit Building of Body to Elect New Iran Supreme Leader

Israel Steps up Airstrikes in Tehran, as Iran Widens Its Response Across the Region

China’s Foreign Minister Tells Israeli Counterpart That Attacks on Iran Must End

UN Urges All Sides in Middle East War to ‘Come to Their Senses’

Türkiye Says Making ‘Intense’ Efforts to End Middle East War

03 March 2026, Türkiye, Ankara: Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks during the lottery ceremony for a social housing project in Ankara. (Turkish Presidency/dpa)

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An Amazon office in Ireland in October 2025 (Reuters)

Amazon Confirms Drone Strikes Hit Data Centers in the Gulf

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 03/03 - 11:42

Strait of Hormuz Under Siege: A Double Shock to Global Energy Markets

Demand Remained Strong in Saudi Arabia's Non-oil Business in February, PMI Shows

A general view of the city of Riyadh (AFP)

Qatar LNG Halt Won't Immediately Affect Japan's Energy Supply, Minister Says

FILE PHOTO: Model of LNG tanker is seen in this illustration taken May 19, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

Turkish Monthly Inflation Near 3%, Keeping Pressure on Central Bank

A woman holding an umbrella on a rainy day during the holy fasting month of Ramadan outside the Hagia Sophia mosque in Istanbul, Türkiye, Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. (AP)

Gold Retreats as Firmer Dollar Offsets Geopolitical Safe-haven Support

FILE PHOTO: Gold imitations are seen in this illustration picture taken February 20, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

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'Moon Spotter': AlUla's Enduring Tradition of Crescent Sighting

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The people of AlUla in Saudi Arabia have long maintained a close relationship with nature, reflected in their careful observation of crescent moons. (SPA)

'Moon Spotter': AlUla's Enduring Tradition of Crescent Sighting

The people of Saudi Arabia’s AlUla have long maintained a close relationship with nature, reflected in their careful observation of crescent moons and the…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 03/03 - 05:56

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Poeple look at Rembrandt's famed Night Watch, which is back on display in what researchers say in its original size, with missing parts temporarily restored in an exhibition aided by artificial intelligence, at Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands June 23, 2021. REUTERS/Piroschka van de Wouw/File Photo

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Dutch Museum Makes ‘Needle in a Haystack’ Confirmation of Rembrandt Painting

A painting that was once rejected as a work by Rembrandt van Rijn has now been acknowledged as a work by the Dutch master, thanks to two years of scrutiny in…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 03/03 - 08:35

Culture

Plumes of smoke rise after a strike in Tehran, Iran, Sunday, March 1, 2026. (AP Photo)

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UNESCO-listed Golestan Palace in Tehran Damaged in Strikes

Iran's UNESCO-listed Golestan Palace in Tehran has been damaged in US and Israeli strikes, local media reported Monday. "Following the joint US-Israeli…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 02/03 - 09:46

Culture

Turkish drummer Hakan Ozbingol plays drum and sings traditional songs in the streets of Istanbul, to wake Muslims up for the suhour, the Ramadan meal eaten at night, on February 24, 2026. (AFP)

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Before Dawn, Ancient Drum Rite Wakes Istanbul Faithful to Fast

It's 3:30 am and lights are slowly coming on in the homes lining a narrow Istanbul street as people are woken up by the rhythmic thump of a drum. Emerging…

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The recent renovation by specialized Saudi firms increased the mosque's capacity from 80 to 129 worshippers and its area to 250 square meters - SPA

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Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project Restores Historical Al-Jaloud Mosque in Hail

The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historical Mosques has completed the comprehensive restoration of Al-Jaloud Mosque in Hail Region…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 28/02 - 15:45

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Arteta Shrugs off Criticism Over Arsenal’s Set-Piece Tactics

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta gestures during the English Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC in London, Britain, 01 March 2026. (EPA)

Arteta Shrugs off Criticism Over Arsenal’s Set-Piece Tactics

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remained defiant on Tuesday over criticism of his team's set-piece tactics, dismissing accusations of time-wasting while…

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Manchester United Manager Michael Carrick in action during the English Premier League match of Manchester United against Crystal Palace, in Manchester, Britain, 01 March 2026. (EPA)

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Man United ‘Hungry for More’, Says Carrick

Michael Carrick said Tuesday that Manchester United are "hungry for more" after their spectacular recovery under his leadership as they target a return to…

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Real Madrid's Brazilian forward #11 Rodrygo celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League league phase day 6 football match between Real Madrid CF and Manchester City at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on December 10, 2025. (AFP)

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Brazil’s Rodrygo Ruled Out of World Cup with Torn ACL, Real Madrid Say

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo will miss the rest of the season and the World Cup after tearing ligaments in his right knee during the 1-0 LaLiga defeat by Getafe…

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Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands steers his car during a Formula One pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, Bahrain, Feb. 11, 2026. (AP)

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Five Things About the 2026 F1 Season

The 2026 Formula One season gets underway in Melbourne on March 8 with McLaren's Lando Norris looking to retain his world championship title while Max…

Tuesday 03/03 - 08:13

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Russia's Daniil Medvedev poses with the trophy after winning his men's singles final match against Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis tournament in Dubai on February 28, 2026. (Photo by Ryan LIM / AFP)

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ATP Monitoring Conflict as Dubai Travel Delays Affect Players

The ATP said on Monday it is monitoring the situation in the Middle East and remains in close contact with players after airspace disruptions left a small…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 03/03 - 07:27

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Crocodile Caught in an Australian Creek 1,200 Miles from Its Tropical Habitat

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In this photo provided by Australian Reptile Park, its manager Billy Collett holds a freshwater crocodile caught in a creek near Newcastle, Australia, Monday, March 2, 2026. (Chloe Burgess-Jones/Australian Reptile Park via AP)

Crocodile Caught in an Australian Creek 1,200 Miles from Its Tropical Habitat

Stephanie Kirsop didn’t believe her son when he phoned to say a crocodile was lurking in a creek near their home. The family live in the temperate coastal…

Tuesday 03/03 - 07:55

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Grandfather pendulum clocks collection for sale at an antique market (Shutterstock)

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Scores of Grandfather Clocks to be Sold at Auction in the UK

A private collection of antique grandfather clocks - which have been assembled over the course of 35 years - is to go on sale. They come from town such as…

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Tuesday 03/03 - 06:47

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The team sculpted a kraken eating a boat

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British Sculptors Achieve Notable Victory in Global Ice Carving Competition

Two stonemasons have won a snow sculpting prize as part of Team GB's entry to the World Snow Festival in Switzerland, according to BBC. Sheffield sculptors…

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Monday 02/03 - 08:05

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Imad Alarnab, a chef and restaurant owner who fled Syria in 2015, hosted King Charles III at his Soho restaurant. Ben STANSALL / AFP

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How a Syrian Refugee Chef Met Britain's King Charles

Pots clanged and oil sizzled inside the London kitchen of Syrian chef Imad Alarnab, as the former refugee who fled his country's civil war recalled hosting…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 02/03 - 07:36

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FILE - Villagers fetch water from a makeshift borehole in Mudzi, Zimbabwe, Tuesday, July 2, 2024. (AP Photo/Aaron Ufumeli, File)

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El Nino May Return in 2026 and Make Planet Even Hotter

The warming El Nino weather phenomenon could form later this year, potentially pushing global temperatures to record heights. There is a 50- to 60-percent…

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