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Trump: Iran is Trying to Drive Up Oil Prices Before Midterm Elections

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Iran was doing all it could ⁠to drive up ⁠the price of oil before ⁠the US midterm elections. "They are even…

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A US F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet refuels from a KC-135 tanker aircraft during an aerial patrol over the Middle East (CENTCOM)

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Iran's Postponed War: Who Holds the Power to Ignite It?

With Israel preparing for possible military strikes against Iran, and Washington showing restraint ahead of the US midterm elections, questions are mounting…

Elie Youssef (Washington ) Thursday 22/10 - 14:53

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Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Dr. Fuad Hussein (Saudi Foreign Ministry)

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Iraq Condemns Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Rejects Use of Its Territory to Target the Kingdom

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein condemned the recent terrorist attacks targeting areas of Saudi Arabia, reaffirming his government's rejection of attacks…

Asharq Al Awsat since 4 hours

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A Palestinian boy throws stones at Israeli troops during an Israeli army raid at Balata refugee camp near the West Bank city of Nablus, 21 October 2026. EPA/ALAA BADARNEH

Arab World

Sources Reveal to Asharq Al-Awsat Details of Fatah-Hamas Talks in Cairo

Several Palestinian sources have revealed details of meetings held in Cairo days ago between a senior Fatah delegation and leaders and representatives of…

Asharq Al Awsat (Gaza) Thursday 22/10 - 14:29

2 Killed, 8 Injured in Dammam Airport Attack

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King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. SPA

2 Killed, 8 Injured in Dammam Airport Attack

Two people were killed in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam in eastern Saudi Arabia, the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA)…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Thursday 22/10 - 09:55

Yemen’s Houthis Blow Up Roads, Loot Homes in Rural Taiz since 2 hours
Saudi Air Defenses Thwart Attempt to Target Shaybah Oilfield Thursday 22/10 - 06:21
Coalition: Four UAVs Intercepted and Destroyed in Riyadh and Madinah Regions Thursday 22/10 - 13:36

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Pakistani students walk across the Pakistan-Iran border after returning from Iran in Taftan, in Pakistan's Balochistan province, on June 19, 2025, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. (Photo by Banaras KHAN / AFP)

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Iranian Lawmaker Threatens to Close Border with Pakistan

An Iranian lawmaker has threatened to close the land border with Pakistan if Islamabad continues to block trucks arriving from Iran, as hundreds of trucks…

Asharq Al Awsat (London, Tehran) Thursday 22/10 - 15:28

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Palestinians gather around a burning a vehicle after it was hit by an Israeli strike, according to health officials, in Gaza City, October 22, 2026. REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas

Arab World

Israeli Fire Kills Three People in Gaza

Israeli fire killed one person in a car in Gaza City and at least two others in other parts of the enclave on Thursday, health officials there said. A crowd…

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IMF: Non-Oil Activities Bolster Saudi Economy’s Resilience to Disruptions

Iran's IRGC Navy Says Seven Vessels Hit, Warns US of Wider Response

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, October 19, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer

Man with Disability Killed by Israeli Fire in Syria

Syrians walk past shops down an alley at the Old City in Damascus on October 21, 2026. (Photo by LOUAI BESHARA / AFP)

IMF Says 2027 Recovery in Middle East Hinges on Easing Conflict, Resumption of Trade

IMF Middle East and Central Asia Department Director Jihad Azour speaks during the Regional Economic Outlook for the Middle East and Central Asia press briefing at the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP)

Druze Source Denies Reports of Plans for Israeli Base in Rural Sweida

Tal Qulaib in Syria's Sweida province (File photo: SANA)

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Transport General Authority President Fawaz Alsahli tours the exhibition held alongside the conference in Jeddah (Transport General Authority)

Saudi Transport Authority: Maritime Sector Proved Resilient Amid Global Trade Disruptions

A view of the Saudi capital, Riyadh. (SPA)

Private Sector Fuels Saudi Arabia’s Growth Lead Among G20 Economies

A woman passes by an election billboard of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with Hebrew slogan reading "will not surrender" in Jerusalem, 21 October 2026. (EPA)

Israel’s Election May Change Its Leader, but Not Iran War Policy

Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy listens to a Lebanese Army officer pointing out areas occupied by Israeli forces in Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, South Lebanon, alongside Social Affairs Minister Haneen Sayed (AP).

Arab League Chief Condemns Israeli Attacks on South Lebanon, Urges Action

A partially-torn billboard for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party is displayed in southern Tel Aviv on October 20, 2026. (AFP)

Israel’s Elections: Four Possible Scenarios

The words "AI Safety", a keyboard and a robotic hand in this illustration taken September 23, 2026. (Reuters)

OpenAI Says Its AI Agents Weakened Internal Monitoring System

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Qatar, Bahrain Strongly Condemn Terrorist Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia

Asharq Al Awsat since 4 hours

Coalition: Four UAVs Intercepted and Destroyed in Riyadh and Madinah Regions

Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia: Sudan's Government Cannot Be Equated with Militias

Engineer Waleed al-Khuraiji, Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, during his participation in the meeting hosted by Geneva on Wednesday (SPA)

Saudi Air Defenses Thwart Attempt to Target Shaybah Oilfield

Saudi Aramco's Shaybah oilfield (Asharq Al-Awsat)

2 Killed, 8 Injured in Dammam Airport Attack

Saudi, Jordanian FMs Discuss Houthi Attacks, Sign Protocol on Higher Coordination Council

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi sign an amended protocol to the minutes establishing the Saudi-Jordanian Higher Coordination Council. (SPA)

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Members of Harakat al-Nujaba movement attend a gathering in Baghdad on Oct. 8, 2023 (AFP)

Iraq Fears Return of ‘Shadow Factions’ to Regional ‘Unity of Fronts’ Campaign

Asharq Al Awsat (Baghdad) since 2 hours

Yemen’s Houthis Blow Up Roads, Loot Homes in Rural Taiz

A cargo truck overturns on a road between Lahj and Taiz after the Houthis blocked the main route (X)

Israeli Fire Kills Three People in Gaza

Iraq Condemns Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Rejects Use of Its Territory to Target the Kingdom

Sources Reveal to Asharq Al-Awsat Details of Fatah-Hamas Talks in Cairo

Jordan, Egypt Condemn Attack on King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia

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From the Somali capital, Mogadishu (Reuters)

Netanyahu’s Somalia Map Revives Fears of Partition

Mohamed Mahmoud (Cairo) since 2 hours

Trump: Iran is Trying to Drive Up Oil Prices Before Midterm Elections

21 October 2026, US, Washington: US President Donald Trump speaks to the press at the White House before departing for South Carolina. Photo: Matt Kaminsky/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

French Justice Minister: 217 People Jailed Over Riots

France's Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin leaves after attending the weekly cabinet meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris on October 22, 2026. (Photo by Ludovic MARIN / AFP)

Iranian Lawmaker Threatens to Close Border with Pakistan

Kremlin Says It Will Review Trump's Invitation to G20 Summit, No Decision Yet

4 People Die as Storms, Flooding Hit Southern France

This photograph shows a car parked on a flooded street in a residential area following severe rainfall in Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts, near Marseille, south-eastern France on October 20, 2026. (Photo by Thibaud MORITZ / AFP)

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A panel discussion featuring Professor Waheed Sami Abu Shanab (Conference)

Port Security and Trade Continuity: A New Formula for Saudi Competitiveness

Asma al Ghabri (Jeddah) since 2 hours

Türkiye Cuts Key Interest Rate to 36%, First Cut in Months

Central Bank of Türkiye (Official Website)

Saudi Stock Market Drops 2.3% to Lowest Close Since 2021

A person stands in front of a screen showing falling stock prices (Reuters)

Barclays Bank to Cut about 5,000 Jobs amid AI Drive

Barclays says the job cuts are due to AI efficiencies. Paul ELLIS / AFP/File

Norway Sovereign Wealth Fund Loses Over $30 Bn in 3rd Quarter

A view shows the building of Norway’s central bank (Norges Bank) in Oslo, Norway, June 23, 2022. REUTERS/Victoria Klesty/ File Photo

IMF: Non-Oil Activities Bolster Saudi Economy’s Resilience to Disruptions

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Saudi Visual Arts Commission Signs MoU with Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris to Strengthen Collaboration in Visual Arts

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Saudi Visual Arts Commission Signs MoU with Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris to Strengthen Collaboration in Visual Arts

The Saudi Visual Arts Commission has signed a memorandum of understanding with Cité Internationale des arts in Paris to strengthen collaboration, exchange…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) since 4 hours

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In this undated handout photo provided on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, by the Pompeii Archaeological Park, restorers work inside the House of Marcus Fabius Rufus in Pompeii, near Naples, Italy. (Silvia Vacca/ Pompeii Archaeological Park via AP)

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Pompeii’s Grandest House Gets a $1.6 Million Restoration Funded by Private Sponsor

An ancient residence believed to be the grandest in the Pompeii archaeological site is being restored with the entire 1.4 million euros ($1.6 million) cost…

Wednesday 21/10 - 07:40

Culture

Saudi Arabia Named Guest of Honor at Algiers International Book Fair 2026

Saudi Arabia will be the guest of honor at the Algiers International Book Fair 2026, taking place from October 28 to November 7 at the Palais des Expositions…

Wednesday 21/10 - 05:38

Culture

Red Sea Film Foundation Marks Record Presence in the Race for Oscars with 12 Supported Films

A record 12 Red Sea Film Foundation-supported films have entered the race for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards, representing 12…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 20/10 - 15:28

Culture

Nationwide, licensed private museums rose to 118 at the end of 2025, up 19 from 99 a year earlier, with Aseer accounting for about 18.6% of the total - SPA

Culture

22 Private Museums in Aseer Document Region's Cultural Heritage

Aseer Region had 22 licensed private museums at the end of 2025, tying Makkah Region for the highest number in the Kingdom, ahead of Riyadh Region with 20 and…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 20/10 - 15:25

Sports

Bayern's Diaz Sidelined with Hamstring Injury after Arsenal Draw

Sports

Bayern Munich's Colombian forward #14 Luis Diaz warms up prior to the UEFA Champions League football match between FC Bayern Munich and Arsenal FC in Munich, southern Germany on October 21, 2026. (Photo by Karl-Josef HILDENBRAND / AFP)

Bayern's Diaz Sidelined with Hamstring Injury after Arsenal Draw

Bayern Munich forward Luis Diaz will be out of action for the "foreseeable future" after suffering a minor muscle tear in his left hamstring during Wednesday's…

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Sports

USA's Coco Gauff leaves the court after losing her women's singles match against Belgium's Elise Mertens at the China Open tennis tournament in Beijing on October 7, 2026. (Photo by Adek BERRY / AFP)

Sports

ATP Blocks 234,000 Abusive Comments from Reaching Players, Fans

Social media abuse was directed at over 85% of men's tennis players attracting engagement online in the past year, with the ATP blocking some 234,000 comments…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

Sports

Soccer Football - LaLiga - Real Madrid v Sevilla - Estadio Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain - October 18, 2026 Real Madrid's Dean Huijsen and Sevilla's Kike Salas embrace after the match REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura

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More LaLiga Clubs Join Pact to Cap Ticket Prices for Away Fans

Three more clubs in Spain's top division have joined an agreement to cap away ticket prices at a maximum of €30 ($34), a spokesperson for LaLiga told Reuters…

Asharq Al Awsat since 4 hours

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Jorge Martin (L) and Marc Marquez (R) are preparing to race for the last time at Phillip Island. Paul CROCK / AFP

Sports

MotoGP Riders Prepare for 'Emotional' Farewell to Phillip Island

Seven-time world champion Marc Marquez admits it will be "emotional" this weekend as one of MotoGP's most iconic circuits at Phillip Island hosts its last race…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 22/10 - 09:35

Sports

Manchester United's Portuguese midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes reacts during the UEFA Champions League, league phase matchday 3, football match between Como 1907 and Manchester United at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia in Como, northen Italy on October 21, 2026. (Photo by PIERO CRUCIATTI / AFP)

Sports

Fernandes Takes Aim at Carrick as Man Utd Lurch into Fresh Crisis

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes criticized manager Michael Carrick's tactics following the humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat at Como. …

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Thursday 22/10 - 09:08

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No More Taking Out the Trash at Your Airbnb

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A general view of apartment and office buildings in Hanoi, Vietnam, 21 October 2026. EPA/LUONG THAI LINH

No More Taking Out the Trash at Your Airbnb

The days of having to take out the trash or wash the dishes before leaving an Airbnb are numbered as the short-term rental platform is tightening rules on what…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

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Fries are a national passion in Belgium. Nicolas TUCAT / AFP

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Champion-chip: Best Fries Contest Heats Up Belgium

Thick or thin, greasy or crispy, with samurai sauce or a more traditional mayo dip? A TV show has been on a quest to find the best fries in potato-mad Belgium…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 22/10 - 10:27

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A general view of Nanmoku village, Gunma prefecture is seen on September 26, 2026. (Photo by Rie KIKUCHI / AFP)

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Aging Japanese Village Turns to Peru in Search of New Residents

In a misty mountain village in Japan, residents recently welcomed unlikely guests from a Peruvian district along the Amazon River, seeing a chance to revive an…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 22/10 - 09:42

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Effigies of Ravana are transported on a truck ahead of the Hindu festival of Dussehra in New Delhi, India, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Channi Anand)

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India Capital Steps Up Air Pollution Controls Ahead of Winter

India began annual measures on Thursday to tackle toxic air pollution in New Delhi, a megacity of 30 million people regularly ranked among the world's most…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 22/10 - 09:18

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Blazes in Indonesia have burned through nearly two million hectares this year, according to a deforestation monitor. MUDA SAGALA / AFP

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Focus Turns to Firms as Indonesia Fire Haze Worsens

After months of fires in Indonesia that have caused thick regional haze, attention is turning to whether companies can be held accountable for the blazes and…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 22/10 - 09:13

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