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Libya's Anti-NGO Push Seen as Diversion from Internal Failures, Analysts Say

Libya's suspension of 10 international humanitarian groups, part of a broader crackdown on African migrants, is aimed at masking domestic failures and securing…

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A handout photo provided by the Lebanese presidency shows President Joseph Aoun meeting with US deputy special envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus at the presidential palace in Baabda near Beirut - AFP

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Lebanese Officials Discuss South Lebanon with Visiting US Envoy

Senior Lebanese officials said Saturday's talks with visiting US deputy special envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus were positive, focusing on south…

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This image grab from a handout video reportedly recovered from the cellphone of an aid worker killed in Gaza alongside other rescuers - AFP

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Video Shows Last Moments for Slain Gaza Aid Workers, Red Crescent Says

A video recovered from the cellphone of an aid worker killed in Gaza alongside other rescuers shows their final moments, according to the Palestine Red…

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US President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the entrance of the White House in Washington, US, February 4, 2025. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File photo

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Netanyahu Expected to Talk Tariffs with Trump in Washington on Monday, Officials Say

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit the White House on Monday to discuss recently announced tariffs with US President Donald Trump,…

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US Starts Collecting Trump's New 10% Tariff

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Cargo containers line a shipping terminal at the Port of Oakland on Friday, April 4, 2025, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Noah Berger)

US Starts Collecting Trump's New 10% Tariff

US customs agents began collecting President Donald Trump's unilateral 10% tariff on all imports from many countries on Saturday, with higher levies on goods…

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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te speaks at the Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award in Taipei, Taiwan December 10, 2024. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo

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Taiwan President Discusses US Tariff Response with Tech Execs

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te met tech executives on Saturday to discuss how to respond to new US tariffs, promising to ensure Taiwan's global competitiveness…

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US and Chinese flags and a label with the word "34% Tariffs" are seen in this illustration taken, April 4, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

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China to US: 'Market Has Spoken' after Tariffs Spur Selloff

China said on Saturday "the market has spoken" in rejecting US President Donald Trump's tariffs, and called on Washington for "equal-footed consultation" after…

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Iran's Currency Falls to Record Low against the Dollar as Tensions Run High

A man counts Iranian rials at a currency exchange shop in Basra, Iraq. (Reuters file photo)

Death Toll in Russian Missile Strike in Central Ukraine Reaches 18

Emergency employees carry the body of a person killed in a residential area by a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovsk region, Ukraine April 4, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer

Iran President Fires Deputy Over Pricey Antarctica Trip

FILED - 10 February 2025, Iran, Tehran: Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian delivers a speech during a rally at Tehran's Azadi (Freedom) Square Photo: Mehdi Bolourian/Iranian Presidency/dpa

North Korea's Kim Fires New Sniper Rifle while Visiting Troops

This picture taken on April 4, 2025 and released from North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on April 5, 2025 shows North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un (C) looking through a rifle scope as he visits a training base of the Korean People's Army's special operations forces to observe a comprehensive training session, at an undisclosed location in North Korea. (Photo by KCNA VIA KNS / AFP)

Microsoft AI CEO's Remarks Interrupted by Pro-Palestinian Protester

Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman speaks at the company's 50th anniversary celebration in Redmond, Washington, US, April 4, 2025. REUTERS/Jeffrey Dastin

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A previous meeting between the Saudi Minister of Commerce, Chairman of the Economic and Social Committee of the Saudi-British Strategic Partnership Council, and the UK Minister of State for Business and Trade in Riyadh (SPA)

Saudi-British Business Council to Turn Sustainability, Green Finance Deals into Reality

Top Houthi leaders disappear from Sanaa, communication cut off (Houthi Media)

Top Houthi Leaders Flee Sanaa Amid Trump-Ordered US Strikes

The millions who visited the Grand Mosque reflect decades of dedicated effort and meticulous care (SPA)

How the Holy Sites Welcomed 122 Mn Visitors this Ramadan

Members of Iraq's Shiite Muslim Al-Nujaba movement wave the Palestinian flag during a rally in Baghdad on October 8, 2023 (AFP)

Two US Congressmen Introduce Bill to Free Iraq from Iran

Debris is scattered at the site of an Israeli strike on a military airbase near Hama, Syria, Thursday, April 3, 2025. (AP)

Report: Israel Hit Syrian Bases Scoped by Türkiye, Hinting at Regional Showdown

This handout photo taken on February 23, 2022 and released by Belgian charity APOPO on April 4, 2025 shows a rat named Ronin sniffing for landmines in a mine field in Preah Vihear province. (Photo by Handout / APOPO / AFP)

Rat Earns World Record for Sniffing Landmines in Cambodia

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UAE: US Companies Sanctioned Over Sudan Do Not Operate in the Emirates

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How the Holy Sites Welcomed 122 Mn Visitors this Ramadan

Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Israeli Escalation in Occupied Palestinian Territories

Muslim World League Condemns Israeli Airstrikes on Syrian Territory

Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Strikes on Five Locations in Syria

Saudi Crown Prince and Iranian President Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

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Head of Libya's Government of National Unity Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah - File Photo

Libya's Anti-NGO Push Seen as Diversion from Internal Failures, Analysts Say

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Lebanese Officials Discuss South Lebanon with Visiting US Envoy

Video Shows Last Moments for Slain Gaza Aid Workers, Red Crescent Says

Top Houthi Leaders Flee Sanaa Amid Trump-Ordered US Strikes

Two US Congressmen Introduce Bill to Free Iraq from Iran

Kurdish Fighters Leave Northern City in Syria as Part of Deal with Central Government

A first contingent of Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) fighters leave Aleppo, headed for SDF-controlled northeastern Syria, in Aleppo, Syria, 04 April 2025. (EPA)

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Netanyahu Expected to Talk Tariffs with Trump in Washington on Monday, Officials Say

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Taiwan President Discusses US Tariff Response with Tech Execs

China to US: 'Market Has Spoken' after Tariffs Spur Selloff

Death Toll in Russian Missile Strike in Central Ukraine Reaches 18

Iran President Fires Deputy Over Pricey Antarctica Trip

North Korea's Kim Fires New Sniper Rifle while Visiting Troops

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Iran's Currency Falls to Record Low against the Dollar as Tensions Run High

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Nissan Reportedly Considers Transferring Some Domestic Production to US

FILE PHOTO: The American flag flutters at a Nissan automobile dealership in Irvine, California, US, March 27, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo

US Starts Collecting Trump's New 10% Tariff

Saudi-British Business Council to Turn Sustainability, Green Finance Deals into Reality

Tesla, Chips, and Banks Tumble as China’s Retaliation Stokes Fears of Widening Trade War

Trump’s Tariff Push Is a Race against Time, and Potential Voter Backlash

Oranges are sold at a store in Annapolis, Maryland, on April 4, 2025. (AFP)

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King Salman Academy, Indiana University Partner on Arabic Language Program

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King Salman Academy, Indiana University Partner on Arabic Language Program

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL) and Indiana University have launched a specialized academic program as part of the academy's Arabic…

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This photograph shows antiques on display during the installation of the archaeological heritage exhibition "Treasures saved from Gaza - 5000 years of history" (Tresors sauves de Gaza - 5000 ans d'histoire) at the Institut du Monde Arabe, in Paris, on March 31, 2025. (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA / AFP)

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Gaza Heritage and Destruction on Display in Paris

A new exhibition opening in Paris on Friday showcases archaeological artifacts from Gaza, once a major commercial crossroads between Asia and Africa, whose…

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Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi received the prize for her groundbreaking children's book ‘House of Wisdom’ (WAM)

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Bodour Al Qasimi Becomes 1st Woman from the Gulf to Win BolognaRagazzi Award

Emirati publisher, author, and women’s advocate Bodour Al Qasimi has made history by becoming the first woman from an Arab Gulf state to receive a prestigious…

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The academy's expansion into Spain follows successful programs in several countries

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King Salman Academy Launches Arabic Language Month in Spain 2025

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language is hosting the Arabic Language Month program in Spain throughout April 2025. This program, designed to…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 02/04 - 10:37

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A view of the entrance of the Sudan National Museum in the capital Khartoum. (AFP file photo)

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Sudan Accuses RSF of Looting Museums, Antiquities

Sudan's Foreign Ministry accused the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of looting and destroying museums, including the National Museum, when they were…

Ahmed Younes (Kampala) Wednesday 02/04 - 08:47

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Saudi National Team Starts Participation at Third GCC Beach Games in Oman

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The even is hosted by the Sultanate of Oman - SPA

Saudi National Team Starts Participation at Third GCC Beach Games in Oman

The Saudi national team began its participation in the Third Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Beach Games on Saturday, hosted by the Sultanate of Oman, by facing…

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FILED - 23 October 2024, Spain, Barcelona: Bayern Munich's Thomas Mueller applauds the fans after the UEFA Champions League soccer match between FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa

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Bayern Munich’s Thomas Mueller Says he Will Leave Club at Season End

Bayern Munich crowd favorite Thomas Mueller will leave the German record champions at the end of the season after 25 years at the club because he was not…

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Formula One F1 - Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan - April 5, 2025 Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates after qualifying in pole position REUTERS/Manami Yamada

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Verstappen Snatches 'Insane' Pole for Japan GP in Track Record

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen smashed the track record to snatch pole position for Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix ahead of McLaren's Lando Norris, as…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 05/04 - 09:08

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04 April 2025, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh: Al-Nasr's Cristiano Ronaldo scores his side's third goal during the Saudi Pro League soccer match between Al Hilal SFC and Al-Nasr SC at Kingdom Arena. Photo: -/Saudi Press Agency/dpa

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Ronaldo Double Leads Al-Nassr to 3-1 Win at Al-Hilal

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in the second half, including a penalty, to guide Al-Nassr to a 3-1 win over Al-Hilal in the race for the Saudi Pro League title…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 05/04 - 07:17

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04 April 2025, Bavaria, Augsburg: Munich's Jamal Musiala receives treatment on the ground by team doctor Dr. Jochen Hahne (C) during the German Bundesliga soccer match between FC Augsburg and Bayern Munich at WWK-Arena. Photo: Tom Weller/dpa

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Bayern Battle Past 10-man Augsburg but Musiala Goes Off Injured

Bayern Munich came back from a goal down to beat 10-man Augsburg 3-1 away on Friday and move nine points clear at the top of the Bundesliga but Jamal Musiala…

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Nationwide Theater Tour Kicks off in Al-Baha with 'Baher' Play

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Nationwide Theater Tour Kicks off in Al-Baha with 'Baher' Play

Theater enthusiasts in Al-Baha turned out in strong numbers for "Baher," a play inspired by maritime heritage and the traditions of ancient sailors and pearl…

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Floodwaters cover Kentucky Route 39 in Lincoln County, Ky., on Friday, April 4, 2025. (Ryan C. Hermens/Lexington Herald-Leader via AP)

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More Torrential Rain, Flash Flooding Expected in Heavily Waterlogged South, Midwest

Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding was expected to hit Saturday in parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of…

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SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket is launched, carrying four commercial astronauts into a 90-degree inclination polar orbit on the Fram2 mission at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, US, March 31, 2025. REUTERS/Joe Skipper/File Photo

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SpaceX's Private Fram2 Crew Returns to Earth after Polar-orbiting Mission

Four private astronauts returned to Earth in a SpaceX capsule after roughly four days orbiting the planet in a novel polar trajectory, walking out of their…

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A view from the Takarkori rock shelter in southwestern Libya, where two approximately 7,000-year-old Pastoral Neolithic female individuals were buried, is seen in this handout photo released on April 2, 2025. Archaeological Mission in the Sahara, Sapienza University of Rome/Handout via REUTERS

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Sahara Desert, Once Lush and Green, Was Home to Mysterious Human Lineage

The Sahara Desert is one of Earth's most arid and desolate places, stretching across a swathe of North Africa that spans parts of 11 countries and covers an…

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Blind Malian duo Amadou & Mariam comprising Mariam Doumbia (L) and Amadou Bagayoko perform at the Glastonbury Festival 2009 in south west England June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor/File Photo

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Iconic Malian Musician Amadou Bagayoko of Amadou & Mariam Dies at 70

Grammy-nominated Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko, who won global fame by moulding traditional West African sounds with Western rock and pop influences as one…

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