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Arab World A view of Gaza during sunset, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, near the Israel-Gaza border, as seen from Israel, September 5, 2024. (Reuters)
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Biden Team, End in Sight, Keeps Hope on Gaza Truce Despite Setbacks

A ceasefire agreement in Gaza, an anonymous US official told reporters, is 90 percent ready. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu then swiftly called the…

World A resident walks with a bicycle past a building destroyed by a Russian military strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in the village of Yampil, in Sumy region, Ukraine September 6, 2024. (Reuters)
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Russia, Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Overnight Air Attacks on Border Regions

Ukraine and Russia accused each other of overnight air attacks on their border regions, with Ukrainian officials saying that two people died and four were…

Arab World The WHO director visits the children’s ward at Port Sudan Hospital. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Arab World

WHO: Healthcare System in Sudan Is Collapsing

The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that Sudan’s healthcare system is “collapsing in some areas but holding up in others thanks to the tireless work…

Gulf Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz holds talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo on Sunday. (SPA)
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Saudi Interior Minister Meets with Egyptian President in Cairo

Upon the Saudi leadership directives, Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz held talks in Cairo on Sunday with Egyptian President…

Jordan Closes Bridge with West Bank after Gunman Kills Three Israelis Near Border

Arab World Israeli ambulances are seen at the scene of the attack. (Israel’s Magen David Adom rescue service on X)

Jordan Closes Bridge with West Bank after Gunman Kills Three Israelis Near Border

Jordan has closed the King Hussein bridge crossing with the occupied West Bank as it investigates a shooting incident in which three Israelis were killed, a…

World 28 July 2024, Venezuela, Caracas: The presidential candidate of the Venezuelan opposition, Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, arrives at the Santo Tomas de Villanueva school to cast his vote during the presidential elections. (dpa)
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Venezuela Opposition Candidate Gonzalez Leaves for Spain as Diplomatic Tensions Rise

Venezuela's former presidential opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez has left for Spain in the wake of the South American country's contested election,…

Features The ruins of a home in the West Bank village of Khirbet Zanuta, destroyed when residents were driven out by Israeli settlers, Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024. (AP)
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Chased Away by Israeli Settlers, These Palestinians Returned to a Village in Ruins

An entire Palestinian community fled their tiny West Bank village last fall after repeated threats from Israeli settlers with a history of violence. Then, in a…

Türkiye’s Erdogan Calls for Islamic Alliance against Israel

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan attends a press conference with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi (not pictured), Ankara, Türkiye, 04 September 2024. (EPA)

No Spying Took Place by Employees of Iraqi Prime Minister’s Office, Adviser Says

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani speaks during an interview with Reuters in Baghdad, Iraq January 9, 2024. (Reuters)

Typhoon Yagi Weakens after Killing Dozens in Vietnam, China, Philippines

This picture shows swept motorbikes with the debris of destroyed waiting lounges on the shore after Super Typhoon Yagi hit Ha Long bay, in Quang Ninh province, on September 8, 2024. (AFP)

US, UK Stress Intelligence Partnership to Face Unprecedented Threats

MI6 chief Richard Moore and CIA director Bill Burns speaking at the FT weekend festival on Saturday. (Reuters)

Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates President of Brazil on Independence Day

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (C) arrives in the presidential Rolls Royce for the Independence Day military parade on the Esplanade of the Ministries in Brasilia, Brazil, 07 September 2024. (EPA)

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Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris meets with patrons at Penzeys Spices during a campaign stop, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP)

Harris, Trump to Clash in High-Stakes Debate

Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih with officials from Italy’s Elettronica after signing the memorandum of understanding. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia, Italy Sign MoU to Boost Investment in Military Industries

Samer Al-Kharashi, Director of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Regional Office for the Middle East.

Samer Al-Kharashi to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Arabia Making Progress in Green Investments

Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi meets with a delegation from Mubadala Energy led by CEO Mansoor Mohammed Al Hamed. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Egypt Eager for New Investment Opportunities in Oil, Gas Sectors

Alkhorayef underscored the Kingdom’s strategic advantages, which make it an attractive investment destination for leading global companies. (SPA)

Saudi Industry Minister Discusses Boosting Industrial Cooperation with Hong Kong Officials

SDAIA will hold the first international edition of the International AI Olympiad (IAIO) between September 8-12

Saudi Arabia to Host First International AI Olympiad

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Enough with Repeating Failed Strategies

Tariq Al-Homayed
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America Between Two Readings

Emile Ameen
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Harris and Trump Embrace Tariffs, Though Their Approaches Differ

Ana Swanson
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The Repercussions of Israel’s Expansion

Mustafa Fahs
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Iran Military: Calculations and Miscalculations

Amir Taheri
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They Knew…And They Led Lebanon to Destruction

Hanna Saleh
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The Next War: Israel vs. Iran

Abdulrahman Al-Rashed
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The Dustbin of History or the Dustbins of Reality?

Hazem Saghieh
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Hamas… When Is It Time For Politics

Tariq Al-Homayed
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Why We Cover What Politicians Wear

Vanessa Friedman
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Martyrs are Exploited to Score Political Points in America Too

Nadim Koteich
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Britain: The Government Changed, but The Crises Remained

Jumah Boukleb
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People stranded in an inundated area in Tokar in the Red Sea State following recent heavy flooding in eastern Sudan, sit in front of their tent on September 5, 2024. (AFP)

MWL Hails Efforts of Aligned for Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan Group

Saudi Interior Minister Meets with Egyptian President in Cairo

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz holds talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo on Sunday. (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates President of Brazil on Independence Day

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (C) arrives in the presidential Rolls Royce for the Independence Day military parade on the Esplanade of the Ministries in Brasilia, Brazil, 07 September 2024. (EPA)

Saudi Leadership Congratulates King of Eswatini 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)

Riyadh Prepares to Host Strategic GCC Dialogues with Russia, India

Gulf foreign ministers and GCC Secretary-General Dr. Jassim Mohammed Al Budawi meet in Doha in June. (GCC)

Putin Thanks Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince for Helping Major US-Russia Prisoner Swap

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman walk during a meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia December 6, 2023. Sputnik/Aleksey Nikolskyi/Kremlin via REUTERS/ File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights

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The WHO director visits the children’s ward at Port Sudan Hospital. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

WHO: Healthcare System in Sudan Is Collapsing

Biden Team, End in Sight, Keeps Hope on Gaza Truce Despite Setbacks

A view of Gaza during sunset, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, near the Israel-Gaza border, as seen from Israel, September 5, 2024. (Reuters)

Algeria Presidential Election Sees Low Turnout as Tebboune Poised for Victory

Officials count the ballots at an electoral office after the end of voting in the presidential elections, in Algiers, Algeria, 07 September 2024. (EPA)

Israeli Strike Kills Senior Rescue Service Official in Gaza as Fighting Rages

An internally displaced Palestinian child who fled with his family from the northern Gaza Strip stands outside their shelter in Khan Younis town, southern Gaza Strip, 07 September 2024. (EPA)

Jordan Closes Bridge with West Bank after Gunman Kills Three Israelis Near Border

Israeli ambulances are seen at the scene of the attack. (Israel’s Magen David Adom rescue service on X)

Security Tightened in Syria's Raqqa after ISIS Jailbreak

ISIS prisoners are seen at a jail in Raqqa, Syria. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

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Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris meets with patrons at Penzeys Spices during a campaign stop, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP)

Harris, Trump to Clash in High-Stakes Debate

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Reveals ‘Tough Days’ in 'Ship War’

Iran’s Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) commander Maj. Gen. Hossein Salami during a meeting in Tehran with President Masoud Pezeshkian and commanders of the Khatam al-Anbiya Construction Headquarters. (Mehr news agency)

Typhoon Yagi Weakens after Killing Dozens in Vietnam, China, Philippines

This picture shows swept motorbikes with the debris of destroyed waiting lounges on the shore after Super Typhoon Yagi hit Ha Long bay, in Quang Ninh province, on September 8, 2024. (AFP)

Russia, Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Overnight Air Attacks on Border Regions

A resident walks with a bicycle past a building destroyed by a Russian military strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in the village of Yampil, in Sumy region, Ukraine September 6, 2024. (Reuters)

US, UK Stress Intelligence Partnership to Face Unprecedented Threats

MI6 chief Richard Moore and CIA director Bill Burns speaking at the FT weekend festival on Saturday. (Reuters)

Venezuela Opposition Candidate Gonzalez Leaves for Spain as Diplomatic Tensions Rise

28 July 2024, Venezuela, Caracas: The presidential candidate of the Venezuelan opposition, Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, arrives at the Santo Tomas de Villanueva school to cast his vote during the presidential elections. (dpa)

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Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih with officials from Italy’s Elettronica after signing the memorandum of understanding. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia, Italy Sign MoU to Boost Investment in Military Industries

Asharq Al Awsat (Como (Italy))

Samer Al-Kharashi to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Arabia Making Progress in Green Investments

Samer Al-Kharashi, Director of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Regional Office for the Middle East.

Europe’s Auto Industry Might Face €15 Billion in Fines Over Emissions

A worker walks past parked Renault cars at its stockyard on the outskirts of the western Indian city of Ahmedabad June 11, 2013. (Reuters)

Egypt Eager for New Investment Opportunities in Oil, Gas Sectors

Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi meets with a delegation from Mubadala Energy led by CEO Mansoor Mohammed Al Hamed. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Industry Minister Discusses Boosting Industrial Cooperation with Hong Kong Officials

Alkhorayef underscored the Kingdom’s strategic advantages, which make it an attractive investment destination for leading global companies. (SPA)

DMDF 2024 Explores Dynamics of Saudi Financial Market

A previous conference organized by the Saudi Financial Academy (Asharq Al-Awsat)

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Saudi Post Issues Crown Prince Camel Festival Stamp

Culture The stamp is named after Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, and enjoys his patronage. (SPA)

Saudi Post Issues Crown Prince Camel Festival Stamp

The Saudi Post (SPL), in cooperation with the Saudi Camel Federation, issued a postage stamp for the Crown Prince Camel Festival. The festival aims to preserve…

Culture Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Culture

National Cultural Award-Granting Ceremony to Be Held under Saudi Crown Prince's Patronage

The Saudi Ministry of Culture will grant the National Cultural Awards on Monday at King Fahd Cultural Center in Riyadh under the patronage of Crown Prince…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)
Culture An 1787 copy of the US Constitution that will be put up for auction on Sept. 28, 2024, is shown at Brunk Auctions in Asheville, North Carolina, on Thursday, Sept. 5. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Collins)
Culture

Rare 1787 Copy of US Constitution up for Auction, Could Be Worth Millions

Historical document appraiser and collector Seth Kaller spreads a broad sheet of paper across a desk. It's in good enough condition that he can handle it,…

Culture The Royal Commission for AlUla has signed a cooperation agreement with Jordan’s Petra National Trust to enhance the sustainable protection of ancient monuments. SPA
Culture

Royal Commission for AlUla Signs Cooperation Agreement with Jordan’s Petra National Trust

The Royal Commission for AlUla has signed a cooperation agreement with Jordan’s Petra National Trust to enhance the sustainable protection of ancient monuments…

Asharq Al Awsat (AlUla)
Culture The program aligns with Dubai Culture's efforts to strengthen the cultural and creative industries. WAM
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Dubai Culture Launches 1st Edition of 'Talent Atelier' Program for Emirati Designers

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced the launch of the 1st edition of 'Talent Atelier' program, organized in collaboration with L…

Asharq Al Awsat (Dubai)

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Morocco’s El Idrissi Smashes Women’s Marathon World Record on Last day of Paralympic Games

Sports Morocco's Fatima Ezzahra El Idrissi wins the women's marathon T12 at the 2024 Paralympics, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Morocco’s El Idrissi Smashes Women’s Marathon World Record on Last day of Paralympic Games

Morocco’s Fatima Ezzahra El Idrissi has smashed the world record in the women’s marathon for runners with visual impairments on the last day of the Paralympic…

Asharq Al Awsat
Sports Cricket - ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 - England v Netherlands - Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, India - November 8, 2023 England's Moeen Ali in action REUTERS/Andrew Boyers/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
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England's Ali Retires from International Cricket at 37

England allrounder Moeen Ali has retired from international cricket at age 37, the player told the Daily Mail in an interview published on Saturday. The…

Asharq Al Awsat
Sports Paris 2024 Olympics - Beach Volleyball - Men's Gold Medal Match - Sweden vs Germany (Ahman/Hellvig vs Ehlers/Wickler) - Eiffel Tower Stadium, Paris, France - August 10, 2024. REUTERS/Esa Alexander/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
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Paris 2024 Game Break Record Ticket Sales

Paris 2024 sold a record 12 million tickets for the Olympics and Paralympics, beating the Games record previously set by London 2012, organizers said on Sunday…

Asharq Al Awsat
Sports Judd Trump is crowned champion of the first edition of Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters in Riyadh. (SPA)
Sports

Judd Trump Wins Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters

The first edition of Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters concluded on Saturday with Judd Trump crowned champion. Saudi Arabian Billiard and Snooker Federation…

Sports Saudi Arabia’s Hassan Dawshi broke his personal record twice in the T20 long jump final to take fourth place at the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games.
Sports

Saudi Arabia’s Dawshi Comes in 4th Place in T20 Long Jump at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Saudi Arabia’s Hassan Dawshi broke his personal record twice in the T20 long jump final to take fourth place at the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games. …

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New England Town Celebrates Being Birthplace of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Varieties Bronze statues of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters are displayed as part of the permanent collection at the Woodman Museum, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, in Dover, N.H. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

New England Town Celebrates Being Birthplace of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

As the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles grew to become a pop culture sensation, the place where they were conceived rarely got mentioned. It wasn't the New York…

Asharq Al Awsat
Varieties Hippos descended from a small herd introduced by drug kingpin Pablo Escobar are seen in the wild in Antioquia Department, Colombia, in April 2023. Raul ARBOLEDA / AFP/File
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Colombian Court Orders Escobar's Hippos to Be Hunted

A Colombian court on Friday called for the hunting of hippos, introduced to the country in the 1980s by drug kingpin Pablo Escobar. The Administrative Court of…

Asharq Al Awsat
Varieties In this image from video provided by NASA, the empty Boeing Starliner capsule floats down towards White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico late Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, after undocking from the International Space Station. (NASA via AP)
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2 Astronauts Left Behind in Space as Boeing's Troubled Capsule Returns to Earth

Boeing’s first astronaut mission ended Friday night with an empty capsule landing and two test pilots still in space, left behind until next year because NASA…

Asharq Al Awsat
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Saudi Film Commission Participates in 2024 Toronto International Film Festival

The Saudi Film Commission is participating in the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), held from September 5 to 15. TIFF is one of the world’s…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)
Varieties This handout photograph taken and released by the European Union's Press Service on September 5, 2024, journalists work during the reception of a batch of mpox vaccines donated by European Union at the tarmac of Kinshasa International Airport in the Nsele district of Kinshasa. (AFP / European Union handout)
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WHO, Africa CDC Launch Response Plan to Mpox Outbreak

The Africa Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization launched on Friday a continent-wide response plan to the outbreak of…

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