الشرق الأوسط: تغطية شاملة لأخبار اليوم العربية والعالمية

Israel’s Netanyahu Is Meeting with Trump This Week to Push for a Far Broader Iran Deal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is heading to Washington on Tuesday to encourage President Donald Trump to expand the scope of high-stakes nuclear talks with…

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A displaced Sudanese woman carries plastic water containers at the Abu al-Naga displacement camp in the in Gedaref State, some 420km east of the capital Khartoum on February 6, 2026. (AFP)

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Sudan Returns to East African Bloc After Two Years

Sudan on Monday announced it was returning to east African bloc IGAD, two years after freezing its membership over a decision to invite rival paramilitary…

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Palestinians protest after Israeli soldiers blocked the entrance of the Nur Shams Palestinian refugee camp in the occupied West Bank on February 9, 2026, demanding to be allowed to return to their homes from where they were expelled last year during an ongoing Israeli army operation. (Photo by Jaafar ASHTIYEH / AFP)

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Palestinians in the West Bank Struggle to Get by as Israel Severely Limits Work Permits

Hanadi Abu Zant hasn’t been able to pay rent on her apartment in the occupied West Bank for nearly a year after losing her permit to work inside Israel. When…

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Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales pose for a photograph at the UNESCO World Heritage site At-Turaif, February 9, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Reuters)

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Mohammed bin Salman Takes Prince William on Tour of Diriyah

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, took on Monday Britain’s Prince William on a tour of Diriyah in the At-Turaif UNESCO World…

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Trump Opposes Israeli Annexation of West Bank

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President Donald Trump waves to the media as he walks on the South Lawn upon his arrival to the White House, Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Trump Opposes Israeli Annexation of West Bank

A White House official on Monday reiterated US President Donald Trump's opposition toward Israel annexing the West Bank. "A stable West Bank keeps Israel…

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People cross an intersection in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, Feb. 9, 2026. (AP)

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France Accuses Iran of ‘Repression’ in Sentence for Nobel Laureate

France accused Iran on Monday of "repression and intimidation" after a court handed Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi a new six-year prison sentence…

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A general view shows the opening session of the meeting of Arab foreign ministers at the Arab League Headquarters (Reuters)

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Arab League Condemns Israel's Decisions to Alter Legal, Administrative Status of West Bank

The General Secretariat of the Arab League strongly condemned decisions by Israeli occupation authorities to impose fundamental changes on the legal and…

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Atrocities in Sudan's El-Fasher Were 'Preventable Human Rights Catastrophe'

Sudanese displaced people who left El Fasher after its fall, sit in the shade in Tawila at the Rwanda camp reception point on December 17, 2025. (Photo by AFP)

Eight Muslim Countries Condemn Israel’s ‘Illegal’ West Bank Control Measures

Israeli soldiers stand guard during a weekly settlers' tour in Hebron, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, February 7, 2026. (Reuters)

OIC Condemns Israeli Cabinet's Legalization of Settlements

Israeli soldier points his weapon towards the camera, during a weekly settlers' tour in Hebron, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, February 7, 2026. (Reuters)

Shibani Meets Barrack in Riyadh

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani during his meeting with US Special Envoy to Syria Thomas Barrack in Riyadh (SANA)

Iran Steps up Arrests While Remaining Positive on US Talks

Iranians cross a road near an anti-US and anti-Israeli billboard reading "You start... we finish it" in Palestine Square in Tehran, Iran, 09 February 2026, amid heightened regional tensions. (EPA)

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A man walks next to pumpjacks on the day a Syrian government delegation visits the oil-rich city of Rmeilan to inspect oil fields and finalize agreements signed between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), in Rmeilan, Syria, February 9, 2026. (Reuters)

Damascus Govt Takes Over Control of Rmeilan Field, Says Syria's Oil Belongs to All

Yasir Al-Rumayyan speaks to the audience in the opening speech of the Public Investment Fund Private Sector Forum (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Al-Rumayyan: PIF Investments in Local Content Exceed $157 Billion

People bowl at the Feynuus Bowling Center in Mogadishu, Somalia, on Jan. 15, 2026. (AP)

Somalia Welcomes Its First Bowling Alley as the Middle Class and Diaspora Returnees Grow

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz signs an agreement with his Slovakian counterpart. SPA

World Defense Show in Riyadh Witnesses Signing of Important Agreements

Professor Pol Antràs speaks during a panel discussion at the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies (Asharq Al-Awsat).

Leading Harvard Trade Economist Says Saudi Arabia Holds Key to Success in Fragmented Global Economy

Demonstrators gather at Town Hall Square to protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's state visit to Australia following a deadly mass shooting during a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on December 14, 2025, in Sydney, Australia, February 9, 2026. (Reuters)

Thousands Protest Israeli President Herzog’s Visit to Australia

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Mohammed bin Salman Takes Prince William on Tour of Diriyah

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World Defense Show 2026: Saudi Arabia Committed to Building Advanced, Competitive Defense Industry

The World Defense Show 2026 continues throughout the week with live demonstrations, strategic programs, and engagements spanning air, land, sea, space, and security domains - SPA

Saudi Foreign Minister, Slovak Deputy Prime Minister Sign General Cooperation Agreement

The two sides signed a general cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation and mutual understanding across various fields - SPA

Khalid bin Salman Visits Saudi Interior Ministry Pavilion at World Defense Show

Prince Khalid was briefed on the ministry’s operational capabilities to enhance decision-making. SPA

OIC Condemns Israeli Cabinet's Legalization of Settlements

US Affirms Partnership with Riyadh is at its Strongest Level

Alison Dilworth, Charge d’Affaires ad interim to Saudi Arabia, shakes hands with a participant from the United States at the exhibition (Asharq Al-Awsat)

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Palestinians in the West Bank Struggle to Get by as Israel Severely Limits Work Permits

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Damascus Govt Takes Over Control of Rmeilan Field, Says Syria's Oil Belongs to All

Trump Opposes Israeli Annexation of West Bank

Sudan Returns to East African Bloc After Two Years

EU Condemns Israel's West Bank Control Measures

The Israeli settlement of Har Homa, seen from the West Bank city of Bethlehem, Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024. (AP)

Atrocities in Sudan's El-Fasher Were 'Preventable Human Rights Catastrophe'

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President Donald Trump answers a question from a reporter at the end of a news conference with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago, Dec. 29, 2025, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP)

Israel’s Netanyahu Is Meeting with Trump This Week to Push for a Far Broader Iran Deal

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France Accuses Iran of ‘Repression’ in Sentence for Nobel Laureate

Iran's Supreme Leader Urges Iranians to Show 'Resolve' against Foreign Pressure

Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei on (File Photo/Supreme Leader's website).

UK PM's Communications Director Quits

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a speech at Horntye Park Sports Complex in St Leonards, Britain, February 05, 2026. Peter Nicholls/Pool via REUTERS

Road Accident in Nigeria Kills at Least 30 People

FILE PHOTO: A police vehicle of Operation Fushin Kada (Anger of Crocodile) is parked on Yakowa Road, as schools across northern Nigeria reopen nearly two months after closing due to security concerns, following the mass abductions of school children, in Kaduna, Nigeria, January 12, 2026. REUTERS/Nuhu Gwamna/File Photo

US Reaches Nuclear Deal with Armenia as Vance Pushes Peace Dividend

US Vice President JD Vance and Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan shake hands, as they attend a joint press conference, in Yerevan, Armenia, February 9, 2026. (Vahram Baghdasaryan/Photolure via Reuters)

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This picture shows a partial view of Egypt's Red Sea city of Sharm el-Sheikh, October 7, 2025. (AFP)

Egypt Plans $1 Billion Red Sea Marina, Hotel Development

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Saudi-Polish Investment Forum Explores Prospects for Economic and Investment Cooperation

The forum brought together government officials, business leaders, and investors from both countries with the aim of enhancing economic cooperation - SPA

Gold Rises as Dollar Slips, Focus Turns to US Jobs Data

FILE PHOTO: An employee places ingots of 99.99 percent pure gold 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

Al-Rumayyan: PIF Investments in Local Content Exceed $157 Billion

Pakistan’s Finance Minister to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Draw Inspiration from Saudi Arabia

The Pakistani Finance Minister during his meeting with Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim on the sidelines of the AlUla Conference (SPA)

Oil Drops 1% as US, Iran Pledge to Continue Talks

The sun rises behind the Tishrin oil field in the eastern Hasakah countryside, northeastern Syria (AP)

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Riyadh Art Unveils Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026

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The exhibition site on Tahlia Street was strategically chosen for its historical legacy of innovation to provide a conceptual framework for the works. SPA

Riyadh Art Unveils Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City, via its Riyadh Art program, has launched the Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 exhibition on Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Street …

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Monday 09/02 - 09:07

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The 2026 Damascus International Book Fair is held from February 6 to 16 - SPA

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Syrian Culture Minister Applauds Saudi Pavilion at Damascus Book Fair

Syrian Minister of Culture Mohammed Yassin Saleh visited the Kingdom’s pavilion at the 2026 Damascus International Book Fair, held from February 6 to 16, where…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 08/02 - 16:38

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Saudi Arabia, Syria Underline Depth of their Cultural Ties

Saudi Arabia and Syria underlined the strength of their cultural relationship during high-level meetings held in Damascus on Thursday, on the sidelines of the…

Asharq Al Awsat (Damascus) Saturday 07/02 - 09:09

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Visitors can explore interactive displays, participate in live workshops, and witness the meticulous process of tailoring this iconic symbol of prestige - SPA

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UNESCO Honors Al-Bisht Al-Hasawi as Thousands Flock to Al-Ahsa Festival

The third edition of Al-Bisht Al-Hasawi Festival is drawing thousands of regional and international visitors to Ibrahim Palace in historic Al-Hofuf. …

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 06/02 - 12:58

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The ministers observed the museum’s extensive collections spanning prehistoric eras to modern art. SPA

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Saudi, Syrian Culture Ministers Tour National Museum of Damascus

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan and his Syrian counterpart, Mohammed Yassin Saleh, have toured the National Museum of Damascus…

Asharq Al Awsat (Damascus) Friday 06/02 - 10:17

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Piastri on Similar Trajectory to F1 Champion Norris, Brown Says

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May 25, 2025 McLaren's Lando Norris celebrates with a trophy on the podium after winning the Monaco Grand Prix alongside third placed McLaren's Oscar Piastri and McLaren chief executive Zak Brown. (Reuters)

Piastri on Similar Trajectory to F1 Champion Norris, Brown Says

Oscar Piastri is on a similar career trajectory to Formula One world champion teammate Lando Norris and should have a shot at the title this season, McLaren…

Monday 09/02 - 17:08

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Gold medalists team USA celebrate during the medal ceremony after the Team Event Free Skating of the Figure Skating competitions at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, in Milan, Italy, 08 February 2026. (EPA)

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‘Don’t Jump in Them’: Olympic Athletes’ Medals Break During Celebrations

Handle with care. That's the message from gold medalist Breezy Johnson at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics after she and other athletes found their medals…

Monday 09/02 - 11:43

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Football - Premier League - Newcastle United v Brentford - St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain - February 7, 2026 Brentford's Dango Ouattara celebrates scoring their third goal with Brentford's Rico Henry. (Reuters)

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African Players in Europe: Ouattara Fires Another Winner for Bees

Burkina Faso striker Dango Ouattara was the Brentford match-winner for the second straight weekend when they triumphed 3-2 at Newcastle United. The 23-year…

Monday 09/02 - 10:49

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Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Alpine Skiing - Men's Team Combined Downhill - Stelvio Ski Centre, Bormio, Italy - February 09, 2026. Alexis Monney of Switzerland in action during the Men's Team Combined Downhill. (Reuters)

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Olympic Town Warms up as Climate Change Puts Winter Games on Thin Ice

Olympic fans came to Cortina with heavy winter coats and gloves. Those coats were unzipped Sunday and gloves pocketed as snow melted from rooftops — signs of a…

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Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe, left, celebrates with Alvaro Carreras, right, and Brahim Diaz after scoring his side's second goal during the Spanish LaLiga match between Valencia and Real Madrid in Valencia, Spain, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026. (AP)

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Real Madrid Beat Valencia to Stay on Barcelona’s Heels

Real Madrid stayed within one point of LaLiga leaders Barcelona with a 2-0 win at Valencia on Sunday as second-half goals by Alvaro Carreras and Kylian Mbappe…

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Caffeinated Beverages May Help Protect the Brain, Study Says

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A cup of coffee and a cappuccino are seen at a Juan Valdez store in Bogota, Colombia June 5, 2019. (Reuters)

Caffeinated Beverages May Help Protect the Brain, Study Says

Drinking a few cups of caffeinated coffee or tea every day may help in a small way to preserve brain power and prevent dementia, researchers reported on Monday…

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These programs come as part of efforts to enhance AlUla’s tourism experience - SPA

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AlUla Announces Exceptional Ramadan Experiences

AlUla Governorate is welcoming the holy month of Ramadan this year with a wide range of diverse tourism experiences that reflect the area’s distinctive…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 09/02 - 16:14

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The releases carried out by the center over the past years included more than 80 priority wildlife species - SPA

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NCW Releases over 10,000 Animals under Reintroduction Programs

The National Center for Wildlife (NCW) announced that the total number of wildlife animals released under its breeding and reintroduction programs for locally…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 09/02 - 15:59

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Somalia Welcomes Its First Bowling Alley as the Middle Class and Diaspora Returnees Grow

In a city long defined by conflict, Somalia ’s capital of Mogadishu now echoes with the crash of pins at the country's first modern bowling alley. It's the…

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Nutrition experts recommended trying to get more of magnesium in our diet from food first (Harvard University)

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Benefit of Taking Magnesium Does Not Get Enough Attention

Nutrition experts revealed that magnesium is often not given the same attention as other vitamins and minerals, although it plays a pivotal role in supporting…

Asharq Al Awsat (Cairo) Monday 09/02 - 07:08

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