Abdulhadi Habtor

Abdulhadi Habtor
Gulf Opening of the Munich Security Conference Leaders’ Meeting with the participation of around 100 senior international leaders (Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs) 

Munich Security Conference Leaders Meet in AlUla, Discuss Trump Gaza Plan and Red Sea Security

Amid a turbulent global landscape marked by conflicts and geopolitical tensions, AlUla hosted the Munich Security Conference Leaders’ Meeting, bringing…

Abdulhadi Habtor (AlUla)
Interviews Stefano Sannino, the EU’s director-general for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf (EU)

EU Seeks Broad Strategic Partnership with Saudi Arabia

The European Union is working to forge a broad strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia and accelerate a joint agenda on shared priorities ahead of next year’s…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh)
Interviews Prime Minister of Yemen’s legitimate government Salem Saleh bin Braik. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Yemeni PM to Asharq Al-Awsat: Currency Improves through Actions, Not Words

Since his appointment in May, Prime Minister of Yemen’s legitimate government Salem Saleh bin Braik managed to improve the country’s currency and save it from…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh)
Gulf Chairman of The Presidential Leadership Council of Yemen Rashad al-Alimi, Saudi envoy launch projects in Aden (SPA file photo)

Saudi Arabia Grants Yemen Gov’t Extra $368 Mln in Aid

Saudi Arabia has announced $368 million in additional aid for Yemen in a package that will support government finances, fuel supplies and health services, as…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh)
Gulf A Palestinian carries an aid box distributed by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Deir Al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, November 4, 2024. (Reuters)

UNRWA Stresses to Asharq Al-Awsat Saudi Arabia’s Vital Role in Supporting Palestinians

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has warned it faces an “existential threat” as its financial deficit climbs to $200…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh)
Arab World Participants at the international conference held in Riyadh during which the international Yemen Maritime Security Partnership was launched. Asharq Al-Awsat

Yemen Coast Guard Chief Says Saudi Partnership is Strategic

Yemen’s coast guard is working closely with Saudi Arabia and Britain to strengthen maritime security, despite severe shortages in equipment and resources, the…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh)
Arab World Britain’s Ambassador to Yemen Abda Sharif speaks to Asharq Al-Awsat. (Saad al-Enezi)

UK Envoy to Yemen to Asharq Al-Awsat: Divisions in Govt Benefit Houthis

Britain’s Ambassador to Yemen Abda Sharif said political cohesion remains critical for the country’s legitimate government, warning that any divisions within…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh)
Interviews Minister Margus Tsahkna welcoming Prince Faisal bin Farhan in the Estonian capital, Tallinn, July 2024 (Saudi Foreign Ministry)

Estonian FM to Asharq Al-Awsat: Tallinn Seeking Long-Term Partnership with Saudi Arabia

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said relations between Estonia and Saudi Arabia have entered a new phase, describing his visit to Riyadh with a large…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh)