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Pezeshkian Vows to Continue Soleimani’s Path, Urges Unity

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian pledged to follow the path of General Qassem Soleimani, calling for unity and an end to internal divisions to counter …

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Arab World Seized military equipment and weapons are displayed for the media at Amiad military camp, northern Israel, 31 December 2024. According to the Israeli army, the equipment and weapons were uncovered throughout the ground operation in south Lebanon. (EPA)
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Israeli Military Destroys Hezbollah Rocket Launchers in Southern Lebanon

The Israeli military said on Thursday that it had attacked and destroyed medium-range rocket launchers at a Hezbollah military site in southern Lebanon. The…

Arab World People inspect a damaged area in the aftermath of what Syrian state media reported was an Israeli strike in Masyaf, Hama province, Syria September 9, 2024. (Reuters)
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Israeli Military Says Commandos Raided Missile Plant in Syria in September

Israel's military said on Thursday its special forces had raided an underground missile production site in Syria in September that it said was primed to…

World Louisiana National Guard stands guard at a gated off area of the French Quarter near the scene of the car ramming on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, 02 January 2025. (EPA)
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New Orleans Attack Suspect Acted Alone, Supported ISIS, FBI Says

A US Army veteran who drove a truck into a crowd of New Year's Day revelers had pledged allegiance to ISIS, but acted alone in the attack that killed at least…

Saudi Arabia Says Now Is Time for Syria’s Stability and Revival

Gulf The Saudi and Syrian delegations are seen at the meeting in Riyadh on Thursday. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Says Now Is Time for Syria’s Stability and Revival

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman said on Thursday that “it is about time for Syria to become stable,” underlining the need for its revival and…

World 03 March 2020, Israel, Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister and Chairman of the Likud Party, Benjamin Netanyahu, makes an address. (dpa)
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Israeli PM Netanyahu Leaves Hospital after Prostate Surgery

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was released from hospital on Thursday after his prostate surgery ended "successfully,", his office reported on X. …

World A globe is seen in front of Chinese and Taiwanese flags in this illustration, August 6, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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China Blacklists 10 US Firms for Involvement in Taiwan Arms Sales

The Chinese commerce ministry said on Thursday that it had added 10 US companies to its so-called "Unreliable Entity List" for their involvement in arms sales…

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Zelenskiy Says Ukraine is Preparing to Resume Diplomatic Ties with Syria

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks as he attends a European Union leaders summit in Brussels, Belgium, December 19, 2024. REUTERS/Johanna Geron/File Photo

Italy Summons Iranian Ambassador, Demands Release of Journalist

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, who was arrested by police in Tehran, Iran on December 19, 2024, according to Italy's foreign ministry, speaks at the event called "Chora Volume 1" in Milan, Italy February 16, 2024 in this picture released by Chora Media/via REUTERS/File Photo

Palestinian Authority Suspends Al Jazeera Broadcasts

A photographer shoots the closed door of Al Jazeera TV's office in the Israeli-occupied West Bank city of Ramallah following a suspension order from the Palestinian Authority - AFP

Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi to Publish Two Books

Narges Mohammadi has been jailed repeatedly over the past 25 years - AFP

Dollar Resumes Upward Trend, Euro Hits Lowest since Nov 2022

US Dollar and Euro banknotes are seen in this illustration taken July 17, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

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The Kingdom's total international trade volume reached SAR164.7 billion ($43.8 billion) in October. Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Trade Surplus Grows to $5.5 Billion in October 2024

Sudanese refugees in Chad on October 6, 2024 (AP)

UN Seeks $4.2 Billion to Face Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan

The Arab League headquarters in Cairo. Asharq Al-Awsat

Arab League Plans ‘Exploratory Visit’ to New Syria

A medical worker takes a swab sample from a worker of the China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT) company during a round of COVID-19 tests in Wuhan in central China's Hubei province, Aug. 5, 2021. (Chinatopix via AP, File)

5 Things We Know and Still Don’t Know about COVID, 5 Years after It Appeared

Culture Square aims to enrich the visitor journey while positioning the district as a global tourist destination, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. SPA

Jeddah to Host Variety of World-Focused Sporting Events Starting with Spanish Super Cup in 2025

Destruction in Al-Qusayr (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Al-Qusayr: Freed from the Nightmare of the Syrian Regime and Hezbollah

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The New Middle East: The Elephant in the Room

Amir Taheri
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For the First Time Since the Taif Agreement, We Have an Opportunity to Build the State

Hanna Saleh
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2025… Between Expectations and Predictions

Emile Ameen
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The 19th-Century Technology that Threatens AI

Azeem Azhar
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On 2025

Jumah Boukleb
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Bashar al-Assad’s Relationships That Led to His Downfall

Abdulrahman Al-Rashed
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But It’s Sectarianism... Isn't It?

Hazem Saghieh
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Men, Turning Points, and Imprints

Ghassan Charbel
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Nuclear Weapons Are Not a Fact of Life

Beatrice Fihn
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On Neutrality, Objectivity, and Nations

Jumah Boukleb
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South Lebanon… A Tenuous Agreement

Mustafa Fahs
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2024: The Pendulum Swings in a New Direction

Amir Taheri
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Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Faisal bin Farhan, Barrot Discuss Regional Developments

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)

Saudi Arabia Says Now Is Time for Syria’s Stability and Revival

The Saudi and Syrian delegations are seen at the meeting in Riyadh on Thursday. (SPA)

Third Saudi Airlift Plane Arrives in Syria

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Czech Republic President Arrives in Jeddah

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Saudi Arabia: No Limit to Aid for Syrian People

Two relief planes landed in Damascus on Wednesday, marking the first deliveries of its humanitarian air bridge. (SPA)

Saudi Leadership Congratulates Chairman of Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council on Independence Day

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)

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Sudanese refugees in Chad on October 6, 2024 (AP)

UN Seeks $4.2 Billion to Face Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan

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Iraq Clarifies Handover of Kuwaiti Dissident to Kuwait

Salman Al-Khalidi as seen in a photo shared by Kuwait's Ministry of Interior (X)

Arab League Plans ‘Exploratory Visit’ to New Syria

The Arab League headquarters in Cairo. Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanese Court Releases Rifaat al-Assad’s Granddaughter, her Mother

Syria’s Rifaat al-Assad and his granddaughter Shams Duraid al-Assad. Photo: X

Israeli Military Destroys Hezbollah Rocket Launchers in Southern Lebanon

Seized military equipment and weapons are displayed for the media at Amiad military camp, northern Israel, 31 December 2024. According to the Israeli army, the equipment and weapons were uncovered throughout the ground operation in south Lebanon. (EPA)

Israeli Military Says Commandos Raided Missile Plant in Syria in September

People inspect a damaged area in the aftermath of what Syrian state media reported was an Israeli strike in Masyaf, Hama province, Syria September 9, 2024. (Reuters)

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HANDOUT - 02 January 2025, Iran, Tehran: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a ceremony to mark the fifth anniversary of Iran's slain Revolutionary Guards commander Qasem Soleimani. Photo: -/Iranian Presidency/dpa

Pezeshkian Vows to Continue Soleimani’s Path, Urges Unity

Asharq Al Awsat (London)

New Orleans Attack Suspect Acted Alone, Supported ISIS, FBI Says

Louisiana National Guard stands guard at a gated off area of the French Quarter near the scene of the car ramming on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, 02 January 2025. (EPA)

Israeli PM Netanyahu Leaves Hospital after Prostate Surgery

03 March 2020, Israel, Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister and Chairman of the Likud Party, Benjamin Netanyahu, makes an address. (dpa)

China Blacklists 10 US Firms for Involvement in Taiwan Arms Sales

A globe is seen in front of Chinese and Taiwanese flags in this illustration, August 6, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

Italy Summons Iranian Ambassador, Demands Release of Journalist

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, who was arrested by police in Tehran, Iran on December 19, 2024, according to Italy's foreign ministry, speaks at the event called "Chora Volume 1" in Milan, Italy February 16, 2024 in this picture released by Chora Media/via REUTERS/File Photo

Zelenskiy Says Ukraine is Preparing to Resume Diplomatic Ties with Syria

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks as he attends a European Union leaders summit in Brussels, Belgium, December 19, 2024. REUTERS/Johanna Geron/File Photo

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01 January 2025, Türkiye, Nisantasi: People celebrate the new year in Istanbul's prestigious district of Sisli, Nisantasi. Photo: Tolga Ildun/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

Turkish Manufacturing Sector Nears Stabilization in December

Asharq Al Awsat (Ankara)

Saudi Trade Surplus Grows to $5.5 Billion in October 2024

The Kingdom's total international trade volume reached SAR164.7 billion ($43.8 billion) in October. Asharq Al-Awsat

Dollar Resumes Upward Trend, Euro Hits Lowest since Nov 2022

US Dollar and Euro banknotes are seen in this illustration taken July 17, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

China Affirms Integration of Belt and Road Initiative with Saudi Vision 2030

 A recent report confirms that the integration of the Belt and Road Initiative with the Saudi Vision 2030 marks the beginning of a new era of strategic partnership between the two countries. (AFP)

Oil Rises as Investors Return From Holidays, Eye China Recovery

FILE - Pump jacks extract oil from beneath the ground in North Dakota, May 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Matthew Brown, File)

Gold Extends Gains into New Year as Traders Brace for Trump Policies

Ingots of 99.99 percent pure gold are placed in a workroom at the Novosibirsk precious metals refining and manufacturing plant in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk, Russia, September 15, 2023. REUTERS/Alexander Manzyuk/FILE PHOTO

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Cultural Activities of King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Conclude with Over 320 Competitive Rounds

Culture The ninth edition of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival - SPA/File Photo

Cultural Activities of King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Conclude with Over 320 Competitive Rounds

The ninth edition of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival concluded on Thursday with the Al-Fahl Al-Muntij competitions for the “Shaal,” “Safar,” and “Wadah”…

Asharq Al Awsat
Culture Culture Ministry Launches Crafts Hackathon as Part of Year of Handicrafts 2025
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Culture Ministry Launches Crafts Hackathon as Part of Year of Handicrafts 2025

The Ministry of Culture has launched a crafts hackathon designed to bring together creators and innovators from diverse fields. The event aims to generate…

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Culture Photo by SPA
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Heritage Commission Concludes 3rd Archaeological Excavation Project Season in Al-Baha

The Heritage Commission has concluded the third season of the archaeological excavation project at the Al-Ma'mala site in the Al-Baha region, an effort aimed…

Asharq Al Awsat
Culture The year dedicated to preserving and documenting traditional Saudi handicrafts and strengthening their international presence (Ministry of Culture)
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Saudi Arabia Designates 2025 as the Year of Handicrafts to Celebrate Its Vibrant Cultural Heritage

Handicrafts have long held a special place in Saudi Arabia’s cultural fabric, representing a prosperous heritage passed down through generations. Rooted in the…

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Culture "Ithra Winter" also provides diverse dining options at international restaurants and cafés - SPA
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Culture Ithra Winter Events Draw Over 57,000 Visitors in Less than a Month

Since its launch, on December 16, the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) "Ithra Winter" events have attracted over 57,000 visitors. The diverse…

Asharq Al Awsat

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Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2025 Kicks Off with Over 800 Competitors

Sports Over 800 participants are poised for the fierce competition, which runs until January 17. SPA

Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2025 Kicks Off with Over 800 Competitors

The Dakar Rally 2025, the largest and longest race in the world of motorsports, is set to kick off on Friday from Bisha, marking the sixth consecutive year the…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)
Sports Culture Square aims to enrich the visitor journey while positioning the district as a global tourist destination, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. SPA
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Jeddah to Host Variety of World-Focused Sporting Events Starting with Spanish Super Cup in 2025

Jeddah will host a range of diverse sporting events and activities during the first third of 2025, beginning with the Spanish Super Cup, marking its fifth…

Asharq Al Awsat
Sports Tour Reverses Decision to Bar Israeli Players from Indoor Championships
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Tour Reverses Decision to Bar Israeli Players from Indoor Championships

The World Bowls Tour has reversed a decision to bar Israeli players from this month's World Indoor Bowls Championships in England after putting in place…

Asharq Al Awsat
Sports Medical staff are helping France's Cyprien Sarrazin after crashing into protections net during an alpine ski, men's World Cup downhill training, in Bormio, Italy, Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Alessandro Trovati)
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French Skier Sarrazin out of Intensive Care after Crash and Head Injury

French skier Cyprien Sarrazin was out of intensive care after sustaining a head injury in a crash last week. Sarrazin underwent surgery for a bleed near the…

Asharq Al Awsat
Sports Olympiacos' head coach Carlos Corberan reacts during the Europe League soccer match between Nantes and Olympiacos at the Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes, western France, Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeremias Gonzalez, File)
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Valencia with New Coach Plays Real Madrid Nearly 2 months after Postponement

Hoping for a boost from a new coach, struggling Valencia gets an early start to the new year by facing Real Madrid in a La Liga game postponed two months ago…

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5 Things We Know and Still Don’t Know about COVID, 5 Years after It Appeared

Varieties A medical worker takes a swab sample from a worker of the China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT) company during a round of COVID-19 tests in Wuhan in central China's Hubei province, Aug. 5, 2021. (Chinatopix via AP, File)

5 Things We Know and Still Don’t Know about COVID, 5 Years after It Appeared

Five years ago, a cluster of people in Wuhan, China, fell sick with a virus never before seen in the world. The germ didn't have a name, nor did the illness…

Varieties In this undated photo provided by the University of Birmingham on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, work underway as five extensive trackways that formed part of a "dinosaur highway" are uncovered, at Dewars Farm Quarry in Oxfordshire, England. (University of Birmingham via AP)
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'Dinosaur Highway' Tracks Dating Back 166 Million Years are Discovered in England

A worker digging up clay in a southern England limestone quarry noticed unusual bumps that led to the discovery of a “dinosaur highway” and nearly 200 tracks…

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Varieties Sixth Edition of International Video Art Forum Concludes in Dammam
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Sixth Edition of International Video Art Forum Concludes in Dammam

The Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts in Dammam concluded the sixth edition of the 10-day International Video Art Forum , held in partnership with the…

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Varieties In July, heavy rains caused by Typhoon Gaemi flooded villages in China's Hunan province - AFP
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China Says 2024 was its Hottest Year on Record

Last year was China's hottest on record and the past four years were its warmest ever, its weather agency said this week. China is the leading emitter, in…

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Varieties Approximately 550 million roses are harvested annually from Taif's farms, with plans to increase this number to over 2 billion roses annually by 2030 - SPA
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Taif to Host Global Forum for Roses, Aromatic Plants in Spring

Taif Governorate is set to host the Rose and Aromatic Plants Global Forum in early April at Al-Hada Mountains to enhance the global standing of roses by…

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