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Acting Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani attends a joint press conference with the Lebanese foreign minister after their meeting in Beirut, Lebanon, 03 June 2024. (EPA)

Iran’s Acting FM Visits Lebanon in First Official Visit Since His Predecessor’s Death

Iran’s acting foreign minister arrived in Lebanon Monday, his first official diplomatic visit since his predecessor died in a helicopter crash last month. …

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This picture taken from Israel's southern border with the Gaza Strip shows smoke billowing in the Palestinian territory at sunset following Israeli bombardment on June 2, 2024, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. (AFP)

UNRWA Says Forced Displacement Has Pushed Over 1 Million Away from Rafah

Forced displacement has pushed over a million people away from the Gazan city of Rafah, the United Nations Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) said on Monday. …

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Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares poses with his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry in Madrid, Spain, June 3, 2024. (Reuters)

Egypt Rejects Israeli Presence at Rafah Crossing with Gaza, Shoukry Says

Egypt is clear on rejecting an Israeli presence at the Rafah border crossing between Egypt's Sinai Peninsula and the Gaza Strip, Egyptian Foreign Minister…

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Doubts Grow Over Gaza Truce Plan as Israel-Hamas Battles Rage

Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike on a house amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, June 3, 2024. (Reuters)

Doubts Grow Over Gaza Truce Plan as Israel-Hamas Battles Rage

Doubts were growing on Monday about a plan for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal outlined by US President Joe Biden as heavy fighting raged for a third…

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Israel Assessing Alternatives to Hamas Rule in Gaza Monday 03/06 - 02:44
Israeli Presumed Among Hamas Hostages Found Dead Near Gaza since 4 hours

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A member of a drone unit of Ukraine's 58th Motorized Brigade unpacks equipment near the front line in the Donetsk region, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, Ukraine April 9, 2024. (Reuters)

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Russia Warns US against ‘Fatal’ Miscalculation in Ukraine

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Monday the United States could face "fatal consequences" if it ignored Moscow's warnings not to let…

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A Chinese flag flutters outside the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) building on the Financial Street in Beijing, China February 8, 2024. (Reuters)

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Beijing Accuses 2 Chinese Citizens of Being British Spies in Latest Test of Relations

Beijing has accused two Chinese citizens of spying for Britain, in the latest test of a relationship that has grown increasingly fraught. China and the UK…

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China Says US Plays ‘Dishonorable Role’ Supporting Philippines in S.China Sea

Chinese Coast Guard vessels fire water cannons towards a Philippine resupply vessel Unaizah on May 4 as it made its way to the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, March 5, 2024. (Reuters)

Trump Warns of ‘Breaking Point’ for Americans if He’s Jailed

A supporter of former US President Donald Trump holds a USA flag and sign as he shows his support for the Republican 2024 presidential candidate during a "Caravan for Trump" demonstration in West Palm Beach, Florida, on June 2, 2024. (AFP)

South Korea to Suspend Military Pact with North Over Trash Balloons

An officer wearing protective gear collects the trash from a balloon presumably sent by North Korea, in Siheung, South Korea, Sunday, June 2, 2024. (AP)

Kurdistan Democratic Party Says No Longer Boycotting Iraqi Kurdistan Elections

Iraqi Kurdistan Region President Nechervan Barzani (R), Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani (C) and Kurdistan Democratic Party leader Masoud Barzani. (AFP file photo)

Earthquakes Shake Japanese Region

Road cracks caused by an earthquake is seen in Wajima, Ishikawa prefecture, Japan January 1, 2024, in this photo released by Kyodo. (Kyodo via Reuters)

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A Palestinian flag hangs on a tent at the protest encampment at Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, on May 1, 2024. (AFP)

Survey: 60% of American Jews Support Establishment of Palestinian State

Palestinians inspect the damage to a house after it was hit in an Israeli strike in al-Bureij camp in the central Gaza Strip on June 3, 2024, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. (AFP)

Israeli Army Says It Investigates Itself. Where Do Those Investigations Stand?

Afghan residents shovel mud from a house following flash floods after heavy rainfall in Morchak village of Fayzabad in Badakhshan province on May 26, 2024. (AFP)

UNICEF: Tens of Thousands of Children in Afghanistan Are Affected by Ongoing Flash Floods

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mehsal al-Ahmad al-Sabah (R) and Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah al-Khalid al-Sabah. (KUNA)

Gulf Leaders Congratulate Sheikh Sabah al-Khalid on Appointment as Kuwait Crown Prince

The first direct flight from Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to Najaf, Iraq (Flynas account on X)

Saudi Arabia Launches First Direct Flight from Dammam to Iraq’s Najaf

One of the job fairs that bring together companies and job seekers in Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)

‘Takamol’ CEO: 1 Mln Daily Operations Tracked on ‘Qiwa’ Platform

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Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah receives Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud on Monday. (KUNA)

Emir of Kuwait Receives Saudi FM

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Gulf Leaders Congratulate Sheikh Sabah al-Khalid on Appointment as Kuwait Crown Prince

Uzbek Minister: Services Provided to Hajj Pilgrims Ensure They Will Have a Smooth Journey

The Uzbek minister and other officials are seen during their inspection of Mina and Arafat. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

King Salman Orders Street in Riyadh Be Named after Badr bin Abdulmohsen

Late poet Prince Badr bin Abdulmohsen. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

UAE, Qatar Support Two-State Solution, Biden Proposal on Gaza Ceasefire

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al -Thani meet in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. (WAM)

Minister of Foreign Affairs Arrives in Kuwait on Official Visit

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs arrives Sunday in Kuwait - SPA

Arab World

Doubts Grow Over Gaza Truce Plan as Israel-Hamas Battles Rage

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Iran’s Acting FM Visits Lebanon in First Official Visit Since His Predecessor’s Death

UNRWA Says Forced Displacement Has Pushed Over 1 Million Away from Rafah

Egypt Rejects Israeli Presence at Rafah Crossing with Gaza, Shoukry Says

Israeli Presumed Among Hamas Hostages Found Dead Near Gaza

Palestinians inspect the damage after an Israeli strike in Nuseirat, in the central Gaza Strip, on June 3, 2024, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Hamas group. (AFP)

Kurdistan Democratic Party Says No Longer Boycotting Iraqi Kurdistan Elections

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After previous municipal elections, Türkiye detained pro-Kurdish mayors, removing virtually all from their posts to be replaced by state officials over charges of ties to the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). (Reuters file photo)

Türkiye Arrests Pro-Kurdish Mayor Two Months After Election

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Russia Warns US against ‘Fatal’ Miscalculation in Ukraine

Beijing Accuses 2 Chinese Citizens of Being British Spies in Latest Test of Relations

Trump Warns of ‘Breaking Point’ for Americans if He’s Jailed

China Says US Plays ‘Dishonorable Role’ Supporting Philippines in S.China Sea

UNICEF: Tens of Thousands of Children in Afghanistan Are Affected by Ongoing Flash Floods

Business

Minister of Energy and Water in the Lebanese caretaker government Walid Fayyad. (Reuters file photo)

Lebanon’s Minister of Energy Heads to Damascus to Discuss Technical Files

Asharq Al Awsat (Beirut) since 2 hours

South Korea’s Yoon Approves Exploration of Vast Oil, Gas Prospects

A general view of the sea off Yeongil Bay in Pohang, South Korea, 03 June 2024. (EPA/Yonhap)

Qatar Central Bank Announces Launch of Digital Currency Project

The Qatar Central Bank in Doha. (Reuters)

Investors Flock to Aramco Share Sale That Could Raise $13 Bln

US Shale Industry’s $200bn Dealmaking Wave Redraws Energy Landscape

Chevron, Exxon’s biggest rival, announced a contentious $53bn deal for Hess - AFP

OPEC+ Extends Deep Oil Production Cuts into 2025

OPEC+ members are currently cutting output by a total of 5.86 million barrels per day (bpd) (Reuters)

Culture

Remembering D-Day: Key Facts about the Invasion That Changed the Course of World War II

The Utah Beach Monument is pictured ahead of the 80th anniversary of the 1944 D-Day landings in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, Normandy region, France, June 2, 2024. (Reuters)

Remembering D-Day: Key Facts about the Invasion That Changed the Course of World War II

The June 6, 1944, D-Day invasion of Nazi-occupied France was unprecedented in scale and audacity, using the largest-ever armada of ships, troops, planes and…

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The Saudi Armed Forces Command and Staff College boasts a rich history dating back to 1958 - SPA

Saudi Armed Forces Command and Staff College to Become National Defense University

The Saudi Armed Forces Command and Staff College is undergoing a significant transformation to become the National Defense University, SPA reported. The…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 02/06 - 13:54

ROSHN and KFCRIS Launch Saudi Women’s Book, Glossary

ROSHN Group, the PIF-owned giga-project and Saudi Arabia’s most trusted real estate developer has signed an agreement with King Faisal Center for Research and…

Saturday 01/06 - 17:27

This photograph taken on May 30, 2024, shows the "Les Braves Omaha Beach Memorial" on Omaha Beach, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, northwestern France, ahead of the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the "D-Day" allied landings in Normandy. (AFP)

World War II Veterans Take off for France for 80th Anniversary of D-Day

More than 60 veterans of World War II took off Friday from Dallas to France, where they will take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. …

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The Kingdom's participation is overseen by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission

Saudi Arabia is Guest of Honor at Beijing International Book Fair 2024

Saudi Arabia is getting ready to inaugurate its pavilion at Beijing International Book Fair 2024 as the guest of honor for this year's edition, which will be…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 30/05 - 20:21

Sports

Unfancied Italy Ready to Surprise Again at Euro 2024

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Italy coach Luciano Spalletti poses with players as he leads a training session of the Italian national soccer team in Coverciano, near Florence, Italy, Friday, May 31, 2024. (Marco Bucco/LaPresse via AP)

Unfancied Italy Ready to Surprise Again at Euro 2024

Defending champions Italy come into Euro 2024 without the weight of the favorites tag hanging over them but in major tournaments they can never be written off,…

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Sports

Football - International Friendly - England Training - Rockliffe Park, Middlesbrough, Britain - June 2, 2024 England manager Gareth Southgate during training. (Action Images via Reuters)

Southgate Says He Hasn’t Made Decision on Grealish for Euros Squad

England manager Gareth Southgate is still weighing up the attacking options for his Euro 2024 squad and said that while Jack Grealish has not played as much as…

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Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann attends a press conference of the German national soccer team in Herzogenaurach, German, Sunday, June 2, 2024, ahead of the European Championship test match between Germany and Ukraine on Monday, June 3. (dpa via AP)

Host Germany Hoping to Create Another Summer Party at Euro 2024 After Recent Tournament Flops

Another extraordinary summer or another national embarrassment. No one knows quite what to expect from this Germany team heading in the European Championship…

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The Champions League trophy at Wembley. Photograph: Hendrik Deckers/Borussia Dortmund/Getty Images

New Champions League Format Starts Next Season. How Will it Work?

What is the new format? The group stage is no more. Instead of 32 teams being divided into eight groups, 36 clubs will form a single league. Each side will…

Will Unwin Monday 03/06 - 03:36

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The Championship was held from May 30 to June 2 in Long Beach, California, in the United States. - SPA

Saudi Jiu-Jitsu Team Wins 5 Medals in World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship

The Saudi Jiu-Jitsu team won 5 medals, which are two gold, one silver, two bronze, after concluding its participation in the World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 03/06 - 02:52

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Electric Spoon that Makes Food Taste Saltier Goes on Sale

The spoon is aimed at people struggling to cut their salt intake. Pic: Reuters

Electric Spoon that Makes Food Taste Saltier Goes on Sale

A battery-operated spoon that makes food taste saltier has gone on sale in Japan. The spoon, which is made of plastic and metal, is aimed at people struggling…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 03/06 - 03:30

Scientists say a lunar time scale is needed before astronauts return to the moon, seen in the sky in the evening hours in Kars, Turkey, on May 18. Omer Tarsuslu/Anadolu/Getty Images

Why Telling Time on the Moon is a Conundrum for NASA?

It’s easy to take the moon for granted as a silvery orb in the night sky, providing a soft light on most evenings. But have you ever pondered what time it is…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 03/06 - 03:26

Republican presidential candidate and former US President Donald Trump gestures as he speaks during a press conference at Trump Tower in New York City, US, May 31, 2024. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights

Donald Trump Joins TikTok, Rapidly Wins over a Million Followers

Within hours of joining TikTok, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump had attracted over 1.3 million followers on the short video social media…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 02/06 - 16:28

In this photo released by the Vulcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Center of the Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (PVMBG-ESDM), Mount Ibu spews volcanic materials into the air during an eruption in West Halmahera, Indonesia, Monday, May 13, 2024. (PVMBG-ESDM via AP)

Indonesia's Mount Ibu Erupts Again

Indonesia’s Mount Ibu erupted again on Sunday and spewed thick, gray ash 7,000 meters (16,000 feet) into the air, officials said. The volcano, which is located…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 02/06 - 10:45

CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA - JUNE 01: (L-R) Mark Nappi, vice president and program manager of Boeing's Commercial Crew Program, and Tory Bruno, the president and CEO for United Launch Alliance, hold a press conference after the launch of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft was scrubbed on June 01, 2024, in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Joe Raedle/Getty Images/AFP