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Lebanon, Israel Hold US-Brokered Talks in Rome to Implement Framework Deal

Lebanon and Israel resumed talks on Tuesday in the Italian capital, with Beirut hoping for progress towards securing an Israeli withdrawal from south Lebanon…

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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi departs on his visit to the US. (INA)

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Trump Rolls Out the White House Welcome Mat for New Iraqi PM

President Donald Trump is welcoming Iraq's new prime minister to the White House on Tuesday after strongly backing the political neophyte in his bid for office…

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President Emmanuel Macron (C-L) arrives aboard a Light Reconnaissance and Support Vehicle (VLRA), accompanied by French Republican Guards, on Champs-Elysees Avenue during the Bastille Day military parade, in Paris, France, 14 July 2026. (EPA)

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France Showcases 500 Pro-Ukraine Troops at Bastille Day

Some 500 soldiers from the "Coalition of the Willing" backing Ukraine marched down Paris' Champs-Elysees on Tuesday in the annual Bastille Day parade, in what…

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Jordan Shoots Down 4 Rockets Fired by Iran as Sirens Sound in Bahrain

The Jordanian military announced on Tuesday that air defenses shot down four rockets fired from Iran. No injuries or material damage was reported. Iran has…

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US Strikes Iran for Third Day, Will Reimpose Blockade

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This image from video released by US Central Command, shows an explosion at Bandar Abbas Naval Base, Iran, as three Corsair unmanned surface vessels, also called one-way attack surface drones, fired by the US military, hit the port July 12, 2026. (US Central Command via AP)

US Strikes Iran for Third Day, Will Reimpose Blockade

The United States launched a third night of strikes on Iran as President Donald Trump planned to reimpose a blockade Tuesday on Iranian ports and floated a 20…

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Trump Says to Deliver ‘Speech to the Nation’ on Thursday

US President Donald Trump said he would make a primetime address to the nation on Thursday, in an announcement that comes amid a major flare-up of hostilities…

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GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi. (GCC)

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GCC Condemns Terrorist Houthi Attack against Saudi Arabia

The Gulf Cooperation Council strongly condemned on Monday the terrorist Houthi attack with ballistic missiles against the Southern Region in Saudi Arabia. …

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Lebanese President Pins Hopes on Rome Talks to Secure Israeli Withdrawal

Aoun receives former UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Sigrid Kaag and a delegation from the University of Balamand. (Lebanese Presidency)

Al-Hijri Renews Call for Sweida’s ‘Independence’ from Syria

Sheikh Hikmat al-Hijri, flanked by supporters from the so-called National Guard. (Suwayda24)

UAE: Two Iranian Missiles Struck Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

TOPSHOT - This picture shows ships sailing near the Strait of Hormuz off the eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates at Khor Fakkan on July 13, 2026. (Photo by AFP) /

EU Announces Restrictions on Trading Sudanese Gold

An artisanal miner operates an ore-processing machine used to separate gold-bearing material at a mining site in Dalago Mahas, Sudan’s Northern State, Thursday, May 7, 2026.(AP Photo/Mohnd Blal)

Iran Further Undermines Yemen’s Sovereignty as Houthis Violate the Truce

Smoke rises following airstrikes on Sanaa airport in Sanaa, Yemen, 13 July 2026. (EPA)

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Atef Najib at the Damascus courthouse on April 26, 2026. (Reuters)

Atef Najib in Court: Reconstructing the Story of the ‘First Spark’ in Syria’s Uprising

Saudi banknotes in 500-riyal and 100-riyal denominations (Reuters)

Saudi Arabia Revamps Payroll Deduction and Financing Services Through Etimad

An Israeli flag hangs on a damaged building in southern Lebanon as seen from northern Israel, Wednesday, July 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)

Pilot Zones: Netanyahu Rejects Simultaneous Israeli Withdrawal, Lebanese Army Deployment

This video grab taken on April 3, 2026, from undated UGC images shared on social media on April 1, 2026, shows thick plumes of smoke rising following airstrikes in Baharestan, in Iran's central Isfahan province. (Photo by various sources / AFP)

Israel Struck an Iranian Steel Facility. Was it a Valid Military Target?

A building reduced to rubble by Israeli bombardment (Asharq Al-Awsat)

South Lebanon Caught Between Ali al-Taher and Strait of Hormuz

Houses stand amongst a burnt landscape after a wildfire that killed at least 12 people, in Bedar, Almeria Province, on July 12, 2026. (Photo by JORGE GUERRERO / AFP)

Hundreds Return Home as Deadly Spain Wildfire Nears Control

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GCC Condemns Terrorist Houthi Attack against Saudi Arabia

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UAE: Two Iranian Missiles Struck Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Phone Call with Italian Counterpart

Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Foreign Minister (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Arab Coalition Says 'Dealt with Houthi Ballistic Threat’

Arab coalition spokesman Turki al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi King, Crown Prince Offer Condolences to China President over Heavy Rainfall Victims

Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud - File Photo

Saudi Crown Prince Offers Phone Condolences to Emir of Qatar over Passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa

(Right) Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz (SPA); (Left) Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (QNA).

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A motorcade arrives at the United States' Embassy in Rome, Italy, where ambassadors-level talks between Israel and Lebanon are expected to take place, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (AP)

Lebanon, Israel Hold US-Brokered Talks in Rome to Implement Framework Deal

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Trump Rolls Out the White House Welcome Mat for New Iraqi PM

Lebanese President Pins Hopes on Rome Talks to Secure Israeli Withdrawal

Jordan Shoots Down 4 Rockets Fired by Iran as Sirens Sound in Bahrain

Al-Hijri Renews Call for Sweida’s ‘Independence’ from Syria

EU Announces Restrictions on Trading Sudanese Gold

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France Showcases 500 Pro-Ukraine Troops at Bastille Day

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EU Opens Second Membership Negotiation Area with Ukraine

Smoke rises in the city during a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine July 11, 2026. (Reuters)

Heavy Rain Collapses Roof and Kills 11 People in Northwest Pakistan

A woman walks along a road amid heavy monsoon rain in Lahore, Pakistan, 12 July 2026. EPA/A. HUSSAIN

North Korea Urges ‘Maximum Vigilance’ as Typhoon Bavi Approaches

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un speaks during the second plenary meeting of the Ninth Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), in Pyongyang, North Korea, in this picture released June 23, 2026, by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency. (KCNA via Reuters)

Peace in Ukraine Unlikely to Be Reached Soon, Polish PM Says

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte speaks upon arrival at the 2026 NATO summit in Ankara, Türkiye, 08 July 2026. (EPA)

Workers at an Ebola Treatment Center in Congo Strike Over Unpaid Salaries and Bonuses

A tire burns outside the Ebola Treatment Center at Rwampara General Hospital during a strike by medical staff in Rwampara, Ituri, Democratic Republic of Congo, 13 July 2026. (EPA)

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Türkiye’s Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar talks during a meeting in Ankara, Türkiye, September 14, 2023. (Turkish Energy Ministry Press Office/PPO/Handout via Reuters/File photo)

Türkiye Says Iraq Seeks 750,000 Bpd Capacity on Kirkuk-Ceyhan Oil Pipeline

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Gold Recovers from Two-Week Low Ahead of US Inflation Figures

A customer holds a gold chain at a jewellery store in Mumbai, India, January 30, 2026. (Reuters)

China’s June Oil Imports Hit Near 10-Year Low Amid Iran War

Containers are seen at the port in Shanghai on July 14, 2026. (AFP)

Saudi Arabia Revamps Payroll Deduction and Financing Services Through Etimad

Oil Extends Gains after Latest US Strikes, Tech Suffers More Losses

FILE PHOTO: A worker walks past oil pipes at a refinery in Wuhan, Hubei province March 23, 2012. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo/File Photo

World Bank to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Arabia is Evolving from Driving Growth to Exporting Development Knowledge

Paschal Donohoe, Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank Group, speaks to Asharq Al-Awsat. Photo: Turky Alagili

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Misk Art Institute Launches Summer Art Exhibition in Riyadh

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Riyadh is hosting the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Arts Hall Exhibition: Summer 2026, organized by the Misk Art Institute. (SPA)

Misk Art Institute Launches Summer Art Exhibition in Riyadh

Riyadh is hosting the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Arts Hall Exhibition: Summer 2026, organized by the Misk Art Institute—an affiliate of the Mohammed bin Salman…

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Mayan Astronomer’s Name Deciphered from Ancient Ruins

Archaeologists have transcribed mural symbols from Mayan ruins to learn the name of an astronomer and mathematician from the ancient civilization for the first…

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Running for six weeks, the program includes specialized workshops - SPA

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Jazan Cultural House Launches Summer Ceramics Camp to Nurture Artistic Talent

The Cultural House in Jazan Region is running a summer ceramics camp as part of its seasonal programs aimed at developing artistic skills and discovering…

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Since the strategy's launch in early 2024, the sites have attracted more than 17.5 million visitors, with a satisfaction rate of 97.5% - SPA

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Royal Commission for Makkah Draws 17.5 Million Visitors to Historical Sites

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites is implementing an integrated strategy to conserve historical and enrichment sites and transform them into…

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In recent years, Jazan has witnessed increased cultural activity through festivals, creative initiatives, and support for local talent, strengthening community participation and promoting heritage preservation - SPA

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Jazan’s Performing Arts Preserve Heritage and Showcase Regional Identity

Jazan Region holds a distinguished place in Saudi Arabia’s cultural landscape, shaped by its rich heritage and diverse traditions, which have enriched the…

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Spain ‘Favorites' Says Deschamps Ahead of World Cup Semi-Final Showdown

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France’s national team head coach Didier Deschamps attends a press conference in Dallas, Texas, USA, 13 July 2026. (EPA)

Spain ‘Favorites' Says Deschamps Ahead of World Cup Semi-Final Showdown

France coach Didier Deschamps insisted he still sees Spain as World Cup favorites on Monday ahead of Les Bleus' blockbuster semi-final against the European…

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Supporters wave for Norway's national football team at Radhusplassen in Oslo after their return to Norway from the US on July 13, 2026. (AFP)

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Norway Turn World Cup Heartbreak into Celebration as Huge Crowds Pack Capital

More than 100,000 fans flooded the streets of the Norwegian capital Oslo on Monday to give their football team a heroes' welcome, turning the heartbreak of…

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Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Spain Press Conference - Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, US - July 13, 2026 Spain coach Luis De La Fuente during the press conference. (Reuters)

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Lamine’s Great World Cup Day Still to Come, Says Spain’s De la Fuente

Spain coach Luis de la &zwnj;Fuente has told Lamine Yamal to pack away the birthday candles and any nerves, saying the teenager's grandest World Cup moment may…

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Lionel Messi of Argentina holds an Argentinian football pennant ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals match Argentina vs Switzerland, in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, 11 July 2026. EPA/CHRISTOPHER NEUNDORF

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Messi Meets England at Last with World Cup Final Place on the Line

Lionel Messi has done just about everything possible in a glorious career, but the 39-year-old Argentinian great has never taken on England -- he will finally…

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Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Spain Press Conference - Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, US - July 13, 2026 Spain's Lamine Yamal during the press conference REUTERS/Hannah Mckay

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France and Spain Prepare to Duel at World Cup

France's exciting attack led by Kylian Mbappe take on a technically accomplished Spain team in the first semi-final of the World Cup on Tuesday. France have…

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Wildlife Rescuers Help Birds Survive Pakistan’s Hotter Summers

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This photograph taken on July 7, 2026 shows kites resting inside a cage at the Margallah Wildlife Rescue Center in Islamabad. (AFP)

Wildlife Rescuers Help Birds Survive Pakistan’s Hotter Summers

Cradling an Asian koel in his hands, wildlife officer Zaheer Ahmed gently stretched its wings as part of a health checkup to rehabilitate birds hit with…

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Djima Antaley organizes packages at Afrety headquarters in Dakar, Senegal, May 20, 2026. (Reuters)

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A Hidden Pipeline Brings Amazon and Walmart to African Shoppers

No bank card? No address? No problem. Shoppers in Africa increasingly are buying online from big brands such as Amazon or Walmart even though they have no…

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Students queue to receive lunch at a government-run primary school in Kolkata, India. Dibyangshu SARKAR / AFP

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Egg-free School Meals Scramble Politics in India

Teacher Raja Dey fears attendance might drop now that government-run schools have stopped serving eggs for lunch in his eastern Indian state, a dietary change…

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A drone view from Milly-la-Foret shows smoke rising from a wildfire in the Fontainebleau forest near Paris during a heatwave affecting large parts of France, July 13, 2026. (Reuters)

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Fontainebleau: French Forest of Kings, Painters and Hikers

A massive wildfire near Paris has torched swathes of a forest that has lured admirers for centuries, from royal hunting parties to impressionist painters, rock…

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A long exposure photo shows the Milky Way galaxy star cluster from Tuban village in Badung, Bali, Indonesia, March 23, 2023. (AFP)

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In a Sweet Discovery, Astronomers Find Sugar Lurking in the Space Between Stars

The space between stars just got a little sweeter. Astronomers have detected a type of sugar in space that's also found in raspberries and self-tanners. The…

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