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Russia Says It Makes 100 Square Kilometer Advance in Kursk Region

Russia said on Tuesday that its troops had retaken over 100 square kilometers (38.6 square miles) of territory and 12 settlements in the Kursk region of…

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US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff speaks to the media at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 06 March 2025. (EPA)

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Russia on Witkoff Visit: Russia-US Contacts Are Quite Intensive

Contacts between Russia and the United States are now quite intensive, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova was quoted as saying by the RIA…

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The Iranian flag is seen flying over a street in Tehran, Iran, February 1, 2023. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters

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UN Security Council to Meet Over Iran’s Growing Stockpile of Near-Bomb-Grade Uranium

The United Nations Security Council will meet behind closed doors on Wednesday over Iran's expansion of its stock of uranium close to weapons grade, diplomats…

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Israeli army trucks pass the buffer zone on the border between Israel and Syria, near the Druze village of Majdal Shams, in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, 03 March 2025. (EPA)

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Israeli Army Says It Targeted Military Headquarters, Sites Containing Weapons in Southern Syria

The Israeli army said on Tuesday it had struck overnight military headquarters and sites housing weapons and equipment in southern Syria. In its latest…

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Mohammed bin Salman: We Support Solution to Ukraine Crisis, Peace Efforts

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Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Jeddah on Monday. (SPA)

Mohammed bin Salman: We Support Solution to Ukraine Crisis, Peace Efforts

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, stressed on Monday his country’s keenness on supporting all international…

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Mohammed bin Salman, Rubio Discuss Regional, Int’l Developments since 3 hours

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03 September 2020, Lebanon, Beirut: A general view of the damaged Beirut port, the place of a massive explosion that rocked Beirut on 04 August 2020. (dpa)

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Judicial Development Reopens Probe into Beirut Port Explosion

Lebanon’s Public Prosecutor Jamal al-Hajjar annulled on Monday a ruling by his predecessor Ghassan Oueidat two years ago that ordered a stop to any cooperation…

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An apartment damaged by recent Ukraine's drone attack, according the local authorities, in the course of Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Ramenskoye in the Moscow region, is seen in this image released March 11, 2025. Governor of Moscow region Andrei Vorobyov via Telegram/Handout via REUTERS

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Ukraine Strikes Moscow in Biggest Drone Attack on Russian Capital

Ukraine launched its biggest drone attack on the Russian capital on Tuesday with at least 91 drones targeting Moscow, killing at least one person, sparking…

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Trump Says he Will Buy a 'New Tesla' to Show Support for Musk

(FILES) Leader of the Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk wears a shirt that says "Tech Support" as he speaks during a cabinet meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, DC, on February 26, 2025. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP)

Gaza Hunger Crisis Could Return If Israeli Aid Restrictions Continue, Head of UN Relief Agency Says

UNRWA Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini adjusts his glasses during a press conference on the situation in the Palestinian Gaza strip, at the United Nations offices in Geneva on March 10, 2025. (AFP)

Türkiye Backs Sharaa’s Stability Efforts, Erdogan Says amid Syrian Violence

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks at the Malaysia-Türkiye Business Forum during his working visit to Malaysia, in Putrajaya, Malaysia, February 11, 2025. (Reuters)

Russia Expels Two UK Diplomats as it Negotiates to Restore US Ties

A flag flies at the British embassy in Moscow, Russia September 13, 2024. REUTERS/Evgenia Novozhenina/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights

Hamas Says It Awaits Outcomes of Mediators' Talks on Gaza Ceasefire with Israel

A Palestinian man uses the door of a refrigerator as a makeshift rowing boat to catch fish at the port of Gaza City on March 9, 2025. (Photo by BASHAR TALEB / AFP)

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King Salman kissing the Saudi Flag (SPA)

Saudi Flag: A Symbol of Unity from Imam Muhammad bin Saud to King Salman

The Saudi flag has undergone several transformations throughout history, with its evolution marked by significant events and stories that extend beyond being a simple piece of fabric. File photo: Adnan Al-Turaif

Saudi Flag: A Symbol of Justice, Strength, and Growth for Three Centuries

Members of the Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, at the Al-Nuseirat Camp, central Gaza, on February 22. (EPA)

Hamas to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Have Made No Commitment to Disarm

Al-Alimi meets with US Ambassador to Yemen Steven Fagin in Riyadh. (Saba)

Al-Alimi Calls for Collective Global Approach to Support Yemen’s Security, Economy

Saudi Arabia’s Sports Boulevard to Showcase Transformative Urban Development at MIPIM 2025

A general view of the Saudi capital, Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Bank Loans to the Private Sector Reach Record Highs

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Saudi Flag: A Symbol of Unity from Imam Muhammad bin Saud to King Salman

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Saudi Flag: A Symbol of Justice, Strength, and Growth for Three Centuries

Saudi Arabia Condemns Israel's Gaza Electricity Cut

People walk surrounded by buildings destroyed during the Israeli air and ground offensive in the Gaza Strip as seen from southern Israel, Monday, March 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Leo Correa)

Mohammed bin Salman, Rubio Discuss Regional, Int’l Developments

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, meets with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on March 10, 2025. (SPA)

Mohammed bin Salman: We Support Solution to Ukraine Crisis, Peace Efforts

Saudi Arabia Welcomes Syrian Leadership Deal with SDF to Merge Forces

Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Commander of the SDF Mazloum Abdi shake hands in this handout released on March 10, 2025. SANA/Handout via REUTERS

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The Colonel Lotfi crossing on the Algerian side of the border.

Algeria Temporarily Opens Borders with Morocco to Repatriate Migrants

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Hamas to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Have Made No Commitment to Disarm

Waltz, Al-Sudani Stress Commitment to Stable US-Iraqi Relations

Vehicles drive in a flooded street following heavy rains in Duhok, in Iraq's northern autonomous Kurdistan region, on March 10, 2025. (Photo by Ismael ADNAN / AFP)

Israeli Army Says It Targeted Military Headquarters, Sites Containing Weapons in Southern Syria

Al-Alimi Calls for Collective Global Approach to Support Yemen’s Security, Economy

Judicial Development Reopens Probe into Beirut Port Explosion

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A general view of the scene of a bus accident in Ekurhuleni on March 11, 2025. (AFP)

South Africa Bus Crash Kills 12, Dozens Hurt

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Russia Says It Makes 100 Square Kilometer Advance in Kursk Region

A Ukrainian serviceman patrols a street next to buildings damaged during fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces in the Ukrainian-controlled town of Sudzha in Russia's Kursk region, August 16, 2024. (Reuters)

Russia on Witkoff Visit: Russia-US Contacts Are Quite Intensive

WHO Starts Process of Slimming Down in Response to US Cuts

(FILES) World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus attends a daily press briefing on COVID-19 in Geneva on March 11, 2020. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)

UN Security Council to Meet Over Iran’s Growing Stockpile of Near-Bomb-Grade Uranium

Tehran Objects to US Threats of Resorting to Military Option

FILE PHOTO: The S-300 missile system is seen during the National Army Day parade ceremony in Tehran, Iran, April 17, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS

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Amin Nasser, CEO of Saudi Aramco. AFP file photo

Aramco CEO Calls for Rethinking Energy Transition Plans

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Egypt's Headline Inflation Almost Halves in February

Birds fly at sunset in Cairo, Egypt, 09 March 2025. EPA/MOHAMED HOSSAM

PIF Launches Al Waha, First Saudi-Owned Duty-Free Retailer

Gold Steady as Firm Dollar Offsets Safe-haven Demand

FILE PHOTO: Gold bullions are displayed at GoldSilver Central's office in Singapore June 19, 2017. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo

South Korea Seeks to Resolve Any ‘Misunderstanding’ with US about Tariff Rates

South Korea's acting President and Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok speaks during the 106th Independence Movement Day ceremony at Soongeui Women's University in Seoul on March 1, 2025. (AFP)

Saudi Bank Loans to the Private Sector Reach Record Highs

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Global Art Market Slumps as Chinese Auction Sales Plummet

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A Rene Magritte painting sold for more than $121 million at Christie's, New York, an auction record for the artist. kena betancur / AFP

Global Art Market Slumps as Chinese Auction Sales Plummet

The value of art sold at auctions globally fell by a third last year compared to 2023, with the Chinese market crashing by 63 percent, auction data published…

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The second edition of the international conference Building Bridges Between Islamic Schools of Thought and Sects was held in Makkah. SPA

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Islamic Grand Muftis and Scholars Adopt ‘Encyclopedia of Islamic Intellectual Consensus’

Islamic Grand Muftis, scholars, and intellectuals from across the Muslim world have adopted the Encyclopedia of Islamic Intellectual Consensus and approved the…

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This cultural year marks a significant step in enhancing bilateral cultural exchange

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Culture Ministry Launches Saudi-Chinese Cultural Year

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has announced the launch of the Saudi-Chinese Cultural Year 2025 in China, highlighting the strong, decades-long friendship and…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Friday 07/03 - 09:23

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Saudi Arabia to Take Part in London Book Fair

The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission will lead Saudi Arabia’s participation in the London Book Fair, taking place from March 11 to 13. The…

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A visitor tours the Grand Egyptian Museum, in Giza on the southwestern outskirts of the capital Cairo on February 7, 2025, set to open fully on July 3, following a partial opening in October. (AFP)

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Egypt’s Gem of a Museum Gears up for Grand Opening

Nestled near the iconic Giza pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is preparing for a lavish opening, featuring a towering statue of Ramses II and more…

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Fans Lift Alcaraz as he Makes Bee-line Into Last 16

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Mar 10, 2025; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) celebrates after defeating Denis Shapovalov (not pictured) in his third round match at the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Well Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Fans Lift Alcaraz as he Makes Bee-line Into Last 16

Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz had a fun flashback at Indian Wells on Monday thanks to a group of fans dressed as bees -- homage to his match that…

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10 March 2025, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh: Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his side's third goal of the game from a penalty shot during the AFC Champions League round of 16 second-leg soccer match between Al-Nassr and Esteghlal at Al-Awwal Park. Photo: -/Saudi Press Agency/dpa

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Al-Nassr Defeats Esteghlal, Advances to AFC Elite Champions League Quarters

Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nassr qualified for the AFC Elite Champions League quarterfinals after defeating Iran's Esteghlal 3-0 on Monday in the second-leg match…

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Saudi Arabia’s Sports Boulevard to Showcase Transformative Urban Development at MIPIM 2025

Saudi Arabia’s Sports Boulevard Foundation announced its participation in MIPIM 2025, the world’s leading real estate investment event, taking place in Cannes,…

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Football - Serie A - Juventus v Atalanta - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - March 9, 2025 Juventus coach Thiago Motta. (Reuters)

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Juventus Coach Motta Faces Sleepless Night After Atalanta Thrashing

Juventus coach Thiago Motta said it would be difficult to sleep after his team were hammered 4-0 at home by Atalanta on Sunday in a major blow to their slim…

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Alejandro Garnacho of Manchester United greets supporters after the English Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC, in Manchester, Britain, 09 March 2025. (EPA)

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Man United’s Amorim Lauds Garnacho’s ‘Complete Game’ in Arsenal Draw

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim was impressed by Alejandro Garnacho's performance as the winger put in a hard shift at Old Trafford during Sunday's 1-1…

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Fires Burn After Ships Collide off UK, Stoking Fears Over Environment

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The Stena Immaculate tanker that collided with Solong container vessel appear at a distance off the coast of Withernsea, east of England, on March 11, 2025. (AFP)

Fires Burn After Ships Collide off UK, Stoking Fears Over Environment

Fires continued to burn on Tuesday after two ships collided off the coast of northeast England a day earlier, adding to concerns the jet fuel carried by one…

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A view of the Volcano of Fire during an eruption at dawn in Alotenango, Guatemala, 10 March 2025. (EPA)

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Guatemala's Volcano of Fire Erupts and Forces Evacuations

Guatemala's Volcano of Fire is erupting, and authorities have evacuated nearly 300 families while warning that another 30,000 people in the area could be at…

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A general view shows the Signature Bridge over the Yamuna River on a smoggy winter morning in New Delhi on December 20, 2024. (AFP)

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Only Seven Countries Met WHO Air Quality Standards in 2024, Data Shows

Only seven countries met World Health Organization (WHO) air quality standards last year, data showed on Tuesday, as researchers warned that the war on smog…

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07 March 2025, Australia, Sydney: Gunyah Beach where a woman was believed to be attacked by a shark earlier on 07 March. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP/dpa

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Police: Australian Surfer Feared Dead after Shark Attack

A surfer is feared dead after being attacked by a shark in shallow water on a remote beach in Western Australia, police said on Tuesday. A 30-year-old man…

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In this satellite image provided by CSU/CIRA & NOAA taken 1:10 GMT on Feb. 25, 2025, shows three cyclones, from left, Alfred, Seru and Rae east of Australia in the South Pacific. (CSU/CIRA & NOAA via AP, File)

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Study Says Climate Change Will Even Make Earth’s Orbit a Mess

Climate change is already causing all sorts of problems on Earth, but soon it will be making a mess in orbit around the planet too, a new study finds. MIT…

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