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Saudi Crown Prince Unable to Attend G7 Summit Due to Prior Commitments

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, sent a message on Thursday to France’s President Emmanuel Macron apologizing for his…

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Ayoub holding his damaged glasses on 2 June. Photograph: Anadolu/Getty Images

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Video of Visually Impaired Palestinian Boy Draws Global Attention

A video of a seven-year-old Palestinian boy in Gaza who suffers from a severe visual impairment crying over his shattered glasses has drawn widespread…

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Friday 12/06 - 09:34

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Vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 11, 2026. (Reuters)

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Egypt Urges US, Iran to Seize ‘Available Opportunity’ for Deal After Trump Cancels Strikes

Egypt urged the United States and Iran to seize what it called an "available opportunity" for a deal to end the war, after President Donald Trump withdrew his…

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Demonstrators place missing person flyers on the trailer of a mounted police truck during a protest outside Azteca Stadium ahead of the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City, Mexico, June 11, 2026. (Reuters)

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Head of Palestinian Football Not Granted US Visa to Attend World Cup

The head of the Palestinian Football Association is waiting in Mexico City for permission to enter the United States with other federation heads attending the…

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Trump Cancels Iran Strikes, Touts Imminent Deal

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US President Donald Trump gives remarks during a signing ceremony for the “Secure America Act” in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 10 June 2026. EPA/AARON SCHWARTZ / POOL

Trump Cancels Iran Strikes, Touts Imminent Deal

US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat of further strikes against Iran on Thursday and said a deal with Tehran to end the war could be signed in coming…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 12/06 - 05:11

Iran Media: Draft US Deal Sees Release of $24 Bn Frozen Assets since 4 hours

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The joint Egyptian Turkish air exercise on Thursday (from the Egyptian Military Spokesperson’s Facebook page).

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Egypt Holds Military Exercises with Türkiye, Oman

Egypt has conducted military exercises with both Türkiye and the Sultanate of Oman aimed at “exchanging training expertise and unifying operational concepts.” …

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(FILES) This photograph taken on April 27, 2026, shows Rafale fighter aircraft parked on the flight deck of the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle during the NATO military exercise Neptune Strike 26-2, off the coast of the Greek island of Crete. (Photo by Angelos TZORTZINIS / AFP)

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NYT Reports: US Plans Major Cut to Fighter Jets, Warships for NATO Operations in Europe

The United States plans to significantly reduce the aircraft and warships that it makes available for NATO operations in Europe, the New York Times reported on…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 12/06 - 08:26

Palestinian, Israeli Civil Society Meet in France to Urge Int'l Support for Two-State Solution

Israeli security forces stand guard along a road while behind smoke billows from an area reportedly set ablaze by Israeli settlers in the Palestinian village of Idna, west of Hebron in the occupied West Bank, on June 5, 2026. (AFP)

S. Korea’s Ex-President Gets 30 Years over North Korea Drone Incident

South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol attends a hearing of his impeachment trial at the Constitutional Court in Seoul, South Korea, Feb. 11, 2025. (AP)

Israel Advances in South Lebanon Toward Heights Overlooking Nabatieh, Galilee

An Israeli army flag flies over the ruins of destroyed buildings in Kfar Kila, southern Lebanon (EPA)

Saudi Reopening to Lebanese Exports Boosts Economic and Agricultural Hopes

A photo of the Lebanese and Saudi flags. (National News Agency)

Zaidi Urges Sharaa to Boost Baghdad-Damascus Coordination

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi (Iraqi Prime Minister’s Office)

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Acting Executive Director of the UN World Food Program (WFP) Carl Skau. (Turky Al-Agili)

UN Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Hunger Threatening 300 Million People Around the World

A drone view shows people during a protest against a luxury resort, a plan by a company linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, on an environmentally sensitive part of the Adriatic coast, in Zvernec near Vlora, Albania June 6, 2026. (Reuters)

What to Know About the Growing Opposition to Trump Family-Linked Resort in Albania

Residents pass by a collapsed structure after an earthquake in General Santos, Philippines on Monday, June 8, 2026. (AP)

Disaster Drills Helped Prevent More Deaths When Powerful Quake Hit the Southern Philippines

In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency on June 8, 2026, residents take a dip as cargo and commercial vessels lie at anchor in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas. (Photo by Amirhossein KHORGOOEI / ISNA / AFP) /

Hormuz Shock Hits Gulf Economies, Saudi Arabia Takes Center Stage in 2026

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh, Nov. 3, 2025 (SPA)

Lebanon’s Ambassador to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Decision on Exports Came after Beirut Met Standards

Lebanese trucks transporting goods wait at the Masnaa border crossing with Syria. AFP file photo

Saudi Decision to Resume Exports from Lebanon Widely Welcomed in Beirut

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

Saudi FM Receives French President's Adviser, Holds Phone Call with Portuguese Counterpart

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 12/06 - 06:10

Saudi Crown Prince Unable to Attend G7 Summit Due to Prior Commitments

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)

Lebanon’s Ambassador to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Decision on Exports Came after Beirut Met Standards

GCC Secretary-General Condemns Iranian Attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan

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

Riyadh to Host Global Security and Technology Summit in December 2026

The agenda also includes the SAIIF global security and technology innovation competition to be held in Riyadh from November 19-21 - SPA

Saudi Arabia Condemns Iranian Attacks, Calls for Diplomatic Engagement

Firefighters work to extinguish fire in the aftermath of Iranian drone attacks, according to Bahrain's Interior Ministry, at a location given as Bahrain, in this handout image released on June 11, 2026. Ministry of Interior of the Kingdom of Bahrain/Handout via REUTERS

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Video of Visually Impaired Palestinian Boy Draws Global Attention

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Friday 12/06 - 09:34

Cairo to Host Fourth Quadrilateral Meeting on Iran War

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Türkiye and Pakistan during a meeting to discuss the progress of US-Iran negotiations (Egyptian Foreign Ministry handout).

Egypt Holds Military Exercises with Türkiye, Oman

Palestinian, Israeli Civil Society Meet in France to Urge Int'l Support for Two-State Solution

Egypt Urges US, Iran to Seize ‘Available Opportunity’ for Deal After Trump Cancels Strikes

Saudi Decision to Resume Exports from Lebanon Widely Welcomed in Beirut

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UN Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Hunger Threatening 300 Million People Around the World

Fatehelrahman Yousif (Riyadh) since 1 hour

Two Ebola-related Deaths Confirmed in Eastern Congo Displacement Camp

TOPSHOT - Volunteers of the Democratic Republic of Congo Red Cross wearing personal protective equipment carry the body of an Ebola virus disease victim from the morgue of the Rwampara health center, Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of Congo, on June 8, 2026 before loading it into a vehicle for transfer to a cemetery as part of safe and dignified burial operations aimed at preventing the spread of the virus. (Photo by Jospin Mwisha / AFP)

2 Collisions on Hungarian Highway Kill 8 People

A damaged minibus is seen on the M1 motorway near Gyor, Hungary, 12 June 2026. EPA/Csaba Krizsan HUNGARY OUT

Iran Media: Draft US Deal Sees Release of $24 Bn Frozen Assets

Iranians walk past a large-scale political billboard featuring Iranian missiles and a sword at Vanak square in Tehran, Iran, 11 June 2026.EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

Ahead of G7, Carney Softens Tone toward Trump with Trade Talks at Stake

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrives to Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. (Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press via AP)

Thai Princess Dies Aged 47 after Three Years in Hospital

A Thai woman mourns while holding a photograph of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn (R) and his daughter Princess Bajrakitiyabha (L) following the announcement of her death at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, 12 June 2026. EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRIT

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SpaceX Leveraged Fund Providers Hit by Day-one Launch Setback, Sources Say

Asharq Al Awsat since 4 hours

Türkiye Central Bank Commits to Continued Disinflation Path

A man carries goods on his shoulder on a hot day in Istanbul, Wednesday, June 3, 2026. (AP)

Dollar Steadies as Traders Weigh Prospects for Iran Ceasefire

A US $100 dollar bill is seen on December 17, 2009. (Reuters)

Gold Set for Weekly Loss as Inflation, Rate-Hike Fears Persist

Gold bangles are displayed inside a jewellery store in the old quarters of Delhi, India, May 11, 2026. (Reuters)

UK Economy Shrinks in April as Middle East War Hits

People hold umbrellas in Piccadilly Circus, in London, Thursday, June 11, 2026.(AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali)

Iran’s Oil Production Slumped Due to US Blockade, Closure of Hormuz

Culture

David Hockney, the British Artist Who Went in Search of Californian Color, Dies at 88

Culture

British artist David Hockney poses as he unveils his painting "Bigger Trees Near Water", the largest painting ever shown at the Royal Academy's Summer Exhibition, London, Friday, May 25, 2007. (AP)

David Hockney, the British Artist Who Went in Search of Californian Color, Dies at 88

As a child growing up in gloomy northern England, David Hockney noticed the sharply &zwnj;defined shadows in the Hollywood films of comedy duo Laurel and Hardy…

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The exhibition offers a comprehensive educational and visual experience that traces the evolution of shipwrecks - SPA

Culture

Red Sea Museum Extends 'Sunken Treasures' Exhibition Until August 15

The Red Sea Museum is strengthening its cultural and educational offerings by extending its temporary exhibition, “Sunken Treasures: The Maritime Heritage of…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 11/06 - 14:45

Culture

Saudi Film Commission Adds Kuwaiti Classic ‘Bas Ya Bahar’ to National Film Archive to Boost Cultural Cooperation

The Film Commission of the Saudi Ministry of Culture announced the inclusion of the film "Bas Ya Bahar" (The Cruel Sea), one of the most prominent Gulf…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 11/06 - 16:34

Culture

Riyadh Art's permanent collection now comprises 75 artworks across the capital - SPA

Culture

Riyadh Art Expands Collection with Works by Italian, Indian Artists

Riyadh Art has announced the installation of two new works in its permanent collection: "Run Beyond" by Italian artist Angelo Bonello and "Family Tree" by…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 10/06 - 13:32

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The survey recorded 156 new archaeological sites. (SPA)

Culture

Saudi Heritage Commission Uncovers 1,774 Archaeological Finds in Madinah Region

Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission concluded the second season of archaeological survey work in Al Mahd Governorate, Madinah Region, documenting 1,774…

Tuesday 09/06 - 17:39

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Head of Palestinian Football Not Granted US Visa to Attend World Cup

Sports

Head of Palestinian Football Not Granted US Visa to Attend World Cup

The head of the Palestinian Football Association is waiting in Mexico City for permission to enter the United States with other federation heads attending the…

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Sports

Tunisia's French head coach Sabri Lamouchi takes part in a training session at Rayados Training Center in Santiago, Nuevo Leon state, Mexico on June 9, 2026, ahead of the 2026 World Cup football tournament. (AFP)

Sports

Sweden Strike Force Faces Tough Tunisia Test in World Cup Opener

Sweden boast a formidable strike partnership in Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres, but the two will have their work cut out in their opening World Cup Group F…

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Sports

11 June 2026, Mexico, Mexico city: A general view bfore the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa at the Azteca Stadium (Mexico City Stadium). Photo: Tom Weller/dpa

Sports

Empty Seats at World Cup Match Renews Concerns over Ticket Prices

FIFA reported an attendance of 44,985 for Thursday's World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara, but swathes of empty seats…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 12/06 - 07:54

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Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Belgium Training - Seattle Sounders FC Performance Center and Clubhouse, Renton, Washington, US - June 11, 2026 Belgium's Thibaut Courtois with Seattle Sounders' Max Anchor during training. (Reuters)

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Belgium Keeper Courtois Thinking about Retiring from National Team after World Cup

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois &zwnj;is thinking about ending his international career after the World Cup, he said on Thursday as his team prepared for…

Friday 12/06 - 07:38

Sports

Sergej Barbarez, head coach of Bosnia and Herzegovina, attends the press conference of Bosnia and Herzegovina one day ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium on June 11, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Getty Images/AFP)

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Bosnia Will Play with Hearts in World Cup Opener, Says Coach Barbarez

Bosnia and Herzegovina know they are underdogs heading into their World Cup Group B opener against co-hosts Canada, coach Sergej Barbarez said on Thursday, but…

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Timmy, Germany's Humpback Whale, Likely Lived for Only 5 Days after Rescue Effort

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FILED - 30 May 2026, Denmark, Anholt: Two people sit in the sand near the carcass of "Timmy," a famous humpback whale washed ashore on the Danish island of Anholt. Photo: Marcus Golejewski/dpa

Timmy, Germany's Humpback Whale, Likely Lived for Only 5 Days after Rescue Effort

The humpback whale that kept Germany spellbound for months likely lived for roughly five days after the final controversial rescue attempt failed to guide it…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

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Hong Kong customs authorities showcase various types of fake goods they seized during a news conference at its headquarters in North Point, Hong Kong Thursday, June 11, 2026. (AP)

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Hong Kong Seizes Haul of World Cup Fakes Worth $20 Million

Authorities in Hong Kong have seized suspected counterfeit World Cup items including football jerseys and balls with an estimated value of HK$156 million ($19…

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This photograph shows the first "T-Rex leather" bag on display ahead of its auction at the Hotel Drouot auction venue in Paris on June 9, 2026. (Photo by STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN / AFP)

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First Leather Bag Made from T-Rex Cells Fails to Sell at Paris Auction

A leather bag made from Tyrannosaurus rex cells failed to sell on Thursday, the Paris auction house Drouot said, commenting that bids were well below expected…

Asharq Al Awsat (Paris) Friday 12/06 - 07:30

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(FILES) This handout photograph released by The British Antarctic Survey on April 8, 2026, shows Emperor Penguins on Antarctica on November 13, 2010. (Photo by PETER BUCKTROUT / BRITISH ANTARCTIC SURVEY / AFP)

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Antarctic Peninsula Sees Record High June Temperatures

Temperatures in the Antarctic Peninsula have reached a record-breaking high of 15.4C for June, and ice is melting at abnormal rates during the current winter,…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 12/06 - 07:20

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An H3 rocket carrying small satellites lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Tanegashima, southwestern Japan, 12 June 2026. EPA/ Jiji Press)

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Japan Flagship Rocket Carrying 6 Satellites Successfully Lifts Off

Japan's flagship H3 rocket carrying six small satellites lifted off Friday, live footage showed. Friday's launch comes after the H3 rocket failed to launch a…

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