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Trump Urges More ‘Surgical’ Strikes Against Hezbollah

US President Donald Trump called for more "surgical" strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon and said he is not demanding the conflict be included in a peace deal…

Sunday 07/06 - 16:55

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Fahd Abou Haikal, a Palestinian man comforts his elder son Kinan Abou Haikal after burying his seven-month-old baby Sam Fahd Abou Haikal, in Hebron, in the occupied West Bank on June 6, 2026. (AFP)

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Israel Military Opens Probe into West Bank Baby’s Killing

The Israeli military has opened an investigation into the killing of a seven-month-old infant by Israeli gunfire in the occupied West Bank, it said Sunday. …

Sunday 07/06 - 18:45

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Palestinians look at the wreckage of a car hit by an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City on June 7, 2026. (AFP)

Arab World

Israel Kills Nine in Gaza as Egypt Hosts New Ceasefire Talks

Israeli strikes on a Hamas-run police station and a vehicle in the Gaza Strip killed at least nine people and wounded 20 others, health officials said, as…

Sunday 07/06 - 16:58

World

US Draft Resolution at IAEA Demands Iran Open Up on Sites, Uranium Stocks

The US is lobbying other countries on the UN nuclear watchdog's Board of Governors to back a draft resolution demanding that Iran tell the agency what happened…

Sunday 07/06 - 16:50

Israel Strikes Beirut Despite Truce, Iranian Lawmaker Threatens to Retaliate

Arab World

An army soldier stands at the site of an Israeli airstrike targeting an apartment in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, 07 June 2026. (EPA)

Israel Strikes Beirut Despite Truce, Iranian Lawmaker Threatens to Retaliate

Israel struck the outskirts of Beirut on Sunday for the first time since the US announced a truce plan for Lebanon last week, and an Iranian lawmaker…

Sunday 07/06 - 16:47

Trump Says Won’t Unfreeze Iran Assets Before Deal Sunday 07/06 - 17:20
A New Exchange of Fire with Iran in the Gulf Tests the Fragile Ceasefire Sunday 07/06 - 05:37

Arab World

Smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike that hit Qlaileh village, as it seen from the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, Tuesday, June 2, 2026. (AP)

Arab World

Israeli Military Issues Evacuation Warning to Residents of Lebanon’s Tyre

The Israeli military issued an evacuation warning to the residents of the southern Lebanese city of Tyre and its surrounding areas on Sunday ahead of possible…

Sunday 07/06 - 12:12

World

Police experts work at the site of an apartment building destroyed by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine June 4, 2026. (Reuters)

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Russian Drone Strikes Kill Two in Ukraine

Russian drone strikes killed two people in Ukraine, officials said Sunday, as world leaders gathered in London to discuss piling pressure on Moscow over its…

Sunday 07/06 - 08:58

Greece Arrests Palestinian Suspected of Hamas Links

20 November 2024, Greece, Athens: A Greek police officer stands guard during a security deployment. (dpa)

Saudi Arabia Strongly Rejects Attacks on Lebanon’s Sovereignty and Armed Forces

In this image released by the Lebanese Army on its official X account, Lebanese Red Cross personnel and rescue workers stand next to a destroyed vehicle after an Israeli airstrike on the road linking the city of Nabatiyeh and the town of Marjayoun, in Kfar Tebnit, Lebanon, Saturday, June 6, 2026, where, the Lebanese Army said, the vehicle belonged to the army and a brigadier general, a captain and another soldier were killed in the strike. (Lebanese Army via AP)

New Round of Talks in Cairo Seek to Push Forward Stalled Gaza Ceasefire

Palestinians inspect the damage to a tent camp sheltering displaced people in the aftermath of an Israeli strike on a nearby house whose residents were warned to evacuate before the attack, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip June 7, 2026. (Reuters)

Facing Settler Violence, Palestinian Farmers Race to Harvest

Palestinians are rushing to gather in their crops against a backdrop of violence from Israeli settlers. Zain JAAFAR / AFP

At Least 12 People Shot at an Ohio Festival and a Search for Suspects is Still Ongoing

Police officers work at the scene of a shooting near a festival in Toledo, Ohio on Saturday, June 6, 2026. (WTVG via AP)

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Kamil Al-Awadhi, Regional Vice President of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for Africa and the Middle East, speaks to Asharq Al-Awsat. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

IATA to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Airlines Lead Gulf Aviation Resilience in Absorbing Shocks

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 06: A detailed view of the Adidas TRIONDA FIFA World Cup match ball prior to the international friendly match between Australia and Switzerland at Snapdragon Stadium on June 06, 2026 in San Diego, California. Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images/AFP

Meet Egypt's World Cup Stars Named after Football Icons

Members of the Saraya al-Salam faction attend a ceremony marking the start of the process of handing over their weapons to Iraqi state forces in Samarra, north of Baghdad, Iraq, Thursday, June 4, 2026. (AP)

Iraqi Faction Warns against Dismantling of the PMF

A photo released by Iran's Nour News of a previous meeting between Khamenei and Sinwar

How Did Tehran Enter the Palestinian Arena?

During his Senate confirmation hearing, Issa outlined the contours of his policy, setting out several themes that later became central to his performance

Lebanese-Born US Envoy Michel Issa Arrives with High Expectations

A photo shows political and civil groups who participated in the Addis Ababa meeting and agreed on a new path to end the war

Sudanese Groups Agree on Basis for Transition to Democratic Rule

Gulf

KSrelief distributes 25,000 hot meals to the most vulnerable groups in central and southern Gaza Strip on Saturday. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s KSrelief Distributes 25,000 Hot Meals in Gaza

Sunday 07/06 - 17:38

Saudi Arabia Strongly Rejects Attacks on Lebanon’s Sovereignty and Armed Forces

Muslim World League Condemns Israeli Attacks on Lebanon

GCC Statement Describes Iranian Attacks as Terrorist Acts Undermining Peace

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA

Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Iranian Violations of Bahraini, Kuwaiti Sovereignty

Saudi Arabia Condemns Attack on UNIFIL Site in South Lebanon

Smoke rises after a drone crashed near UNIFIL's headquarters. (UNIFIL)

Arab World

Israel Military Opens Probe into West Bank Baby’s Killing

Sunday 07/06 - 18:45

Israel Kills Nine in Gaza as Egypt Hosts New Ceasefire Talks

Trump Urges More ‘Surgical’ Strikes Against Hezbollah

US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters while aboard Air Force One on June 5, 2026 en route to Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. (Getty Images/AFP)

Israel Strikes Beirut Despite Truce, Iranian Lawmaker Threatens to Retaliate

Israeli Military Issues Evacuation Warning to Residents of Lebanon’s Tyre

Israel Army Says Intercepted Two Projectiles Fired from Lebanon

Smoke billows from southern Lebanon following an Israeli strike, as seen from Marjaoun, Lebanon, June 6, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer

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A man walks past anti-US graffiti painted on the wall of the British Embassy in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, June 6, 2026. (AP)

Trump Says Won’t Unfreeze Iran Assets Before Deal

Sunday 07/06 - 17:20

US Draft Resolution at IAEA Demands Iran Open Up on Sites, Uranium Stocks

Russian Strikes Kill Five, Damage Nuclear Storage Facility

15 September 2021, Ukraine, Chornobyl: A group of tourists stand at the memorial in front of unit four of the Chornobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine, which exploded in 1986. (dpa)

Quakes Rattle Greek Island Near Athens, No Injuries Reported

Tourists visit the 5th century BC Propylaea on the Acropolis Hill during a hot day, in Athens, Greece, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (AP)

Over 1.2 Million People Attend Pope's Mass in Madrid

27 May 2026, Vatican, Vatican City: Pope Leo XIV leads the Wednesday General Audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. Photo: Evandro Inetti/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

Russian Drone Strikes Kill Two in Ukraine

Business

Vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 3, 2026. (Reuters)

OPEC+ Decides on Fourth Oil Quota Hike Since Hormuz Closure

Sunday 07/06 - 17:08

China’s Central Bank Extends Gold Buying Spree for 19th Month in May

Gold items are displayed at a jewellery shop in downtown Kuwait City on June 6, 2026. (AFP)

What is Expected from Today's OPEC+ Major Producers Meeting?

IATA to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Airlines Lead Gulf Aviation Resilience in Absorbing Shocks

Google to Pay Musk $920 Million a Month for AI Computing Capacity

The headquarters of Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) in California. (AFP)

Rosneft: US Companies Benefit from Strait of Hormuz Closure

Igor Sechin, Chief Executive Officer of Rosneft, during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, June 5, 2026 (Reuters).

Culture

Saudi Arabia Concludes Participation at Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair

Culture

Through its pavilion, Saudi Arabia presented an integrated cultural showcase combining literature, arts, heritage, and knowledge. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Concludes Participation at Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair

Saudi Arabia's Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission concluded the Kingdom’s participation as guest of honor at the 2026 Kuala Lumpur…

Sunday 07/06 - 17:34

Culture

Students' curiosity uncovered what had lain hidden beneath the earth for centuries. (Special Superintendency of Rome)

Culture

Students Discover 1,800-Year-Old Roman Villa Beneath School Gym

Archaeologists in Rome have uncovered the remains of a luxury Roman residence dating to the second century CE beneath a high school near the Colosseum, after…

Asharq Al Awsat (Roma) Saturday 06/06 - 15:51

Culture

The MoU aims to enhance cooperation in the fields of translation and publishing, promote cultural and knowledge exchange, and support scientific and academic efforts of mutual interest. SPA

Culture

Saudi, Malaysian Translation Associations Sign MoU to Promote Cultural Exchange

The Saudi Arabian Translation Association and the Malaysian Translators Association have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at Saudi Arabia's pavilion,…

Asharq Al Awsat (Kuala Lumpur) Saturday 06/06 - 05:26

Culture

Discoveries included diverse fragments used in daily life, six pottery kilns, a water channel - SPA

Culture

Saudi Heritage Commission Uncovers Over 1,700 Artifacts at Ancient Al-Juhfah Miqat Site

Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission completed the first season of its joint scientific mission with the University of Exeter at the ancient Al-Juhfah Miqat site…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 04/06 - 16:36

Culture

The manuscript is distinguished by its precise script written in black ink with full diacritical marks - SPA

Culture

Makkah Museum Displays Rare Quran Manuscript Dating Back to 1843

The Holy Quran Museum in the Hira Cultural District in Makkah showcases a collection of rare Quranic artifacts and collectibles that document Muslims’ care for…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 04/06 - 15:44

Sports

Antonelli Stays Cool to Win Chaotic Monaco Grand Prix

Sports

Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - June 7, 2026 Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli celebrates on the podium after winning the Monaco Grand Prix. (Reuters)

Antonelli Stays Cool to Win Chaotic Monaco Grand Prix

Formula One championship leader Kimi Antonelli stayed ice-cool to win a chaotic Monaco Grand Prix and extend his run of victories this season to five on Sunday…

Sunday 07/06 - 17:17

Sports

Football - Euro 2020 - Quarter Final - Switzerland v Spain - Saint Petersburg Stadium, Saint Petersburg, Russia - July 2, 2021 Then Switzerland coach Vladimir Petkovic applauds fans after the match. (Pool via Reuters)

Sports

Algeria Extend Coach Petkovic’s Contract

Algeria have extended Swiss coach Vladimir Petkovic's contract until 2028, just days before the start of the World Cup. Petkovic, 62, had been in charge of…

Sunday 07/06 - 17:03

Sports

Football - International Friendly - Spain v Iraq - Riazor stadium, A Coruna, Spain - June 4, 2026 Iraq's Ahmed Yahya Mhmood Al Hajjaj in action with Spain's Pedro Porro. (Reuters)

Sports

Makenzie Replaces Injured Yahya in Iraq’s World Cup Squad

Iraq &zwnj;have called up Ahmed Hassan Makenzie to their 2026 World Cup squad to replace Ahmed Yahya, who has been ruled out of the tournament with a hamstring…

Sunday 07/06 - 10:09

Sports

A drone view of people participating in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest “Mexican wave” along Reforma Avenue as part of activities ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico, June 6, 2026. (Reuters)

Sports

Mexico City Chases World Record for Largest Mexican Wave Ahead of World Cup

Thousands of &zwnj;people flooded one of the world's great urban boulevards on Saturday, attempting to set a world record for the Mexican wave — naturally, in…

Sunday 07/06 - 09:12

Sports

Argentina's forward #22 Lautaro Martinez (R) and Argentina's defender #25 Facundo Medina celebrate with Argentina's forward #17 Giuliano Simeone after he scored a goal during the international friendly football match between Argentina and Honduras at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas on June 6, 2026. (AFP)

Sports

Argentina Stroll to Pre-World Cup Win over Honduras

Argentina eased to a 2-0 victory against a lackluster Honduras in the reigning champions' penultimate World Cup warm-up game in Texas on Saturday. Lautaro…

Sunday 07/06 - 09:01

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Hundreds of Charlie Chaplin Lookalikes Gather in Switzerland

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Some of the 429 people dressed as "The Tramp" pose for a photo during the 10th anniversary of Chaplin's World, the museum dedicated to the life of Charlie Chaplin, in Corsier-sur-Vevey, Switzerland, 07 June 2026. (EPA)

Hundreds of Charlie Chaplin Lookalikes Gather in Switzerland

More than 400 people donning black bowler hats, toothbrush moustaches and canes gathered in Switzerland Sunday seeking to break the record for the biggest ever…

Sunday 07/06 - 18:39

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French First Lady Bernadette Chirac listens to a speech by Queen Elizabeth II at the Senate in Paris 06 April 2004, on the second day of a three-day state visit to mark the centenary of the Entente Cordiale, the colonial-era promise of cross-channel friendship between Britain and France. (AFP)

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Bernadette Chirac, France’s Dedicated and Determined Ex-First Lady

Bernadette Chirac, who has died aged 93, stood by her late husband, former French president Jacques Chirac, during 12 years as first lady, but also forged her…

Sunday 07/06 - 10:02

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A student enters a school on the first day of China's National College Entrance Examination, known as "gaokao". WANG Zhao / AFP

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Millions of Chinese Students Sit for Grueling 'Gaokao'

Hundreds of young Chinese students clutching pens and their IDs shuffled into a testing center in blue-skied Beijing on Sunday, swarmed by parents, joining…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 07/06 - 09:06

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Medics and rescuers carry mountaineer Dawa Sherpa upon his arrival at the HAMS Hospital in Kathmandu on June 4, 2026. (Photo by PRABIN RANABHAT / AFP)

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'I Thought I Would Perish': Everest Survivor Recounts Ordeal

A Nepali mountaineer who survived nearly a week on Mount Everest said he "chewed ice" to stay alive, as he recovered in a hospital after a miraculous rescue…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 06/06 - 10:10

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A shark swims close to a diving cage during a shark cage diving experience off the coast of Gansbaai, Western Cape, South Africa, May 15, 2026. REUTERS/Esa Alexander

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Shark Attack Kills Man Off Western Australia Coast

A man has died after being attacked by a shark while fishing off the coast of Western Australia state, police said on Saturday, the third fatal shark attack in…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 06/06 - 09:57

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