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Netanyahu Insists Israel Will Not Allow Iran to Acquire Nuclear Weapons

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted on Thursday that Israel would not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons, even as US President Donald Trump…

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Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, meets with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, left, at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow, Russia, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Alexander Nemenov/Pool Photo via AP)

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Mediator Qatar Says Israel ‘Did Not Abide’ by Gaza Truce Deal

Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani said Thursday that Israel had failed to respect January’s ceasefire agreement in Gaza, as he met with Russian…

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A Palestinian boy looks through a hole in the wall into a damaged room after an Israeli strike on a school housing displaced Palestinians in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip on April 17, 2025. (AFP)

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Aid to Gaza 'Facing Total Collapse', Warn 12 NGOs

The humanitarian aid system in Gaza is "facing total collapse" because of Israel's blockade on aid supplies since March 2, the heads of 12 major aid…

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Russia's Supreme Court judge Oleg Nefyodov delivers a verdict lifting a ban on Afghanistan's Taliban, who were designated as a terrorist group more than two decades ago, in Moscow, Russia, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (AP)

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Russia Removes Afghan Taliban from List of Banned Terrorist Groups

Russia on Thursday suspended its ban on the Taliban, which it had designated for more than two decades as a terrorist organization, in a move that paves the…

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Khalid bin Salman in Iran, Hands Khamenei Message from King Salman

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This handout picture provided by the office of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei shows him (R) meeting with Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman in Tehran on April 17, 2025. (Photo by KHAMENEI.IR / AFP)

Khalid bin Salman in Iran, Hands Khamenei Message from King Salman

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman held talks in Tehran on Thursday with Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and PresidentMasoud Pezeshkian. In…

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks at a press conference with Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever (not pictured) in Kyiv, Ukraine April 8, 2025. (Reuters)

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Zelenskiy Says Ukraine Has Evidence of China Supplying Russia with Artillery

Ukraine has intelligence which shows China is supplying artillery and gunpowder to Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday. "We…

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Signage is seen at the United States Department of the Treasury headquarters in Washington, DC, US, August 29, 2020. (Reuters)

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US Imposes Sanctions on Yemen Bank, Citing Support to Houthis

The United States unveiled sanctions Thursday on a Yemen bank, including its key leaders, citing its support for Houthi militants in that country. The…

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Hundreds of Journalists in France Stage ‘Die-in’ Solidarity Rally for Colleagues Killed in Gaza

More than 200 journalists lay down on the steps of the Opéra Bastille in a symbolic “die-in” as the names of the reporters killed in Gaza were read out (AFP)

Israeli Strike Kills Family of 10 in Gaza as UN Raises Alarm over Food Cutoff

Palestinians at the site of the destroyed building of Al Ahli Baptist hospital following an Israeli air strike in Gaza City, 13 April 2025. EPA/MOHAMMED SABER

UN Nuclear Watchdog Says US-Iran Talks at 'Very Crucial' Stage

In this photo released by the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General, Rafael Mariano Grossi attends a meeting with the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami, in Tehran, Iran, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran via AP)

Members of UK Jewish Group Say Can't 'Turn Blind Eye' to Gaza War

Children gather near a destroyed makeshift shelter following an Israeli strike in Beit Lahia - AFP

GCC Sec-Gen Condemns Plots Aimed at Undermining Jordan’s Security

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

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This image provided by World Press Photo and taken by Samar Abu Elouf, for The New York Times, won the World Press Photo Award of the Year and shows Mahmoud Ajjour (9), who was injured during an Israeli attack on Gaza City in March 2024, finds refuge and medical help in Doha, Qatar, 28 June 2024. (Samar Abu Elouf, for The New York Times/World Press Photo via AP)

Amputee Palestinian Boy Image Wins World Press Photo Award

The Yemen Incident Assessment Team reviews a number of allegations during a press conference in Riyadh (Asharq Al-Awsat).

Joint Incident Assessment Team Refutes Four Claims Against Coalition Operations in Yemen

Visitors flock to one of the events of “Riyadh Season 2024” (SPA)

Attractive Environment Drives Surge in Private Tourism Facilities in Saudi Arabia

A general view of the Philadelphi Corridor along the border between southern Gaza and Egypt (AFP)

Why Is Israel Repeating Claims of Weapons Smuggling from Egypt?

Removal of a photo of former Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah (Beirut Municipality)

Lebanon Begins Clearing Beirut, Airport Road of Political Banners

Throughout the summit, content creators will experience AlUla's natural beauty and rich legacy. SPA

AlUla to Host First 'Instagram Creators Summit' in MENA

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Mediator Qatar Says Israel ‘Did Not Abide’ by Gaza Truce Deal

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Khalid bin Salman in Iran, Hands Khamenei Message from King Salman

GCC Sec-Gen Condemns Plots Aimed at Undermining Jordan’s Security

Saudi Minister of Defense Kicks off an Official Visit to Iran

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz

GCC-Central Asia Strategic Dialogue Focuses on Strengthening Cooperation

The Third Ministerial Meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council-Central Asia Strategic Dialogue held in Kuwait. Photo: KUNA

Saudi Arabia Praises Jordan for Thwarting Plots to Undermine its Security

Jordanian Government spokesperson Mohammad Al Momani speaks during a press conference in Amman, Jordan, April 15, 2025, in this screen grab taken from a handout video. (JTV/Handout via Reuters)

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Aid to Gaza 'Facing Total Collapse', Warn 12 NGOs

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US Imposes Sanctions on Yemen Bank, Citing Support to Houthis

Members of UK Jewish Group Say Can't 'Turn Blind Eye' to Gaza War

Israel Military Says Struck Hezbollah Infrastructure in South Lebanon

A picture taken from northern Israel along the border with southern Lebanon shows smoke billowing above south Lebanon during Israeli bombardment on October 4, 2024. (Photo by Jalaa MAREY / AFP)

Lebanon Detains Several People on Suspicion of Firing Rockets at Israel

A view shows a damaged site in the southern Lebanese village of Kfar Kila, as Israeli troops withdrew from most of south Lebanon, in Lebanon, February 19, 2025. (Reuters)

Israeli Strike Kills Family of 10 in Gaza as UN Raises Alarm over Food Cutoff

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Budapest earlier this month. (AFP)

ICC Opens Inquiry into Hungary for Failing to Arrest Netanyahu

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Russia Removes Afghan Taliban from List of Banned Terrorist Groups

Zelenskiy Says Ukraine Has Evidence of China Supplying Russia with Artillery

Netanyahu Insists Israel Will Not Allow Iran to Acquire Nuclear Weapons

President Donald Trump, left, greets Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP)

UN Nuclear Watchdog Says US-Iran Talks at 'Very Crucial' Stage

UN Nuclear Chief in Tehran ahead of Fresh Iran-US Talks

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi speaks during a press conference on the opening day of his agency's quarterly Board of Governors meeting in Vienna, Austria, March 3, 2025. REUTERS/Elisabeth Mandl

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Agricultural labourers harvest the wheat crop at Chadiala village in the northern Indian state of Punjab April 10, 2008. REUTERS/Ajay Verma (INDIA)

Tunisia Gets Offers in 75,000 T Soft Wheat Tender, Traders Say

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Gold Prices Retreat from Record High as Investors Cash In

A jeweller shows a gold bar at his shop in downtown Kuwait City on May 20, 2024. (Photo by YASSER AL-ZAYYAT / AFP)

Turkish Central Bank Surprises with Rate Hike to 46% after Market Turmoil

Saudi Arabia, Indonesia Boost Cooperation in Mining Sector

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Attractive Environment Drives Surge in Private Tourism Facilities in Saudi Arabia

Will Tariffs Accelerate Free Trade Deals?

Container cargo ships docked at Bangkok port (Reuters)

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Heritage Commission Launches Cultural Events to Mark World Heritage Day

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The program also includes workshops, live demonstrations by artisans, and dedicated retail spaces where artisans display and sell their handmade products - SPA

Heritage Commission Launches Cultural Events to Mark World Heritage Day

To mark World Heritage Day, observed annually on April 18, the Heritage Commission has launched a series of heritage and cultural events, taking place from…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 14:27

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Expo 2025 Osaka takes place in Japan from April 13 to October 13 - SPA

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Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Development Fund Participates in Expo 2025 Osaka

The Saudi Cultural Development Fund (CDF) has announced in a press release its participation at Expo 2025 Osaka, which takes place in Japan from April 13 to…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 12:45

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Ministry of Culture Unveils New Typefaces Inspired by Saudi Heritage

The Ministry of Culture announced the launch of two new typefaces, the Al-Awwal and the Saudi. Both typefaces, which celebrate the Kingdom’s culture, will be…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 16/04 - 15:41

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International Cultural Festival in Madinah Celebrates Global Diversity

The 13th International Cultural Festival, organized by the Islamic University of Madinah and running until April 19, continues to draw visitors of all ages…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 16/04 - 11:51

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American painter Kehinde Wiley stands in front of a portrait of Sahle-Work Zewde, former president of Ethiopia during the opening of his exhibition "A Maze of Power" in Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, in Rabat, Tuesday, April 15, 2025. (AP)

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Artist Kehinde Wiley Puts Power in a New Frame with Paintings of African Leaders

American artist Kehinde Wiley unveiled a series of large-format portraits of African leaders in Morocco on Tuesday, building on his now famous 2018 portrait of…

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F1 on Jeddah’s Streets - Talking Points Ahead of the Saudi Arabian GP

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McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia walks through the paddock ahead of the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (AP)

F1 on Jeddah’s Streets - Talking Points Ahead of the Saudi Arabian GP

This weekend's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is the final leg of the first "triple header" of the season. From Suzuka in Japan, to the desert of Bahrain, Formula…

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Al-Baha to Host Fourth Saudi Cycling Championship on Friday

The fourth edition of the Saudi Arabia Cycling Championship for men and women will start Friday in Al-Baha Region. The two-day event is organized by the Saudi…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 14:14

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FILE PHOTO: Tennis - French Open - Paris, France - June 6, 2022 Spain's Rafael Nadal poses on the Alexandre III bridge in front of the Eiffel Tower with the trophy after winning the men's singles French Open title REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo

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Rafael Nadal to Be Honored with a Tribute at the French Open

Retired 14-time champion Rafael Nadal will receive a tribute at the French Open on Court Philippe-Chatrier on May 25, the tournament’s opening day. “Rafa has…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 12:21

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Real Madrid's French forward Kylian Mbappe could not help his team overcome Arsenal. OSCAR DEL POZO / AFP

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Ancelotti Exposed as Real Madrid Struggle to Accommodate Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe's arrival at Real Madrid was envisioned to expand their Champions League domination, but he was muzzled by Arsenal as Los Blancos crashed out in…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 11:31

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Aston Villa's head coach Unai Emery reacts during the Champions League quarter-final second leg soccer match between Aston Villa and Paris Saint-Germain at Villa Park stadium, Birmingham, England, Tuesday, April 15, 2025. (AP)

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Defeated Villa Eager to Go Again in Champions League

Narrowly defeated by Paris St Germain at the Champions League quarter-final stage, Aston Villa are now focused on getting straight back next year into Europe's…

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North Riyadh Geopark, Salma Geopark Join UNESCO’s Global Geoparks List

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The newly recognized geoparks will serve as key destinations for local and international visitors, offering an opportunity to explore the Kingdom’s geological wonders while fostering scientific and cultural awareness of geodiversity conservation - SPA

North Riyadh Geopark, Salma Geopark Join UNESCO’s Global Geoparks List

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has officially designated the North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark as part of…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 14:10

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An illustration shows a hycean world – an exoplanet with a liquid water ocean beneath a hydrogen-rich atmosphere - orbiting a red dwarf star. Based on observations by the James Webb Space Telescope, the exoplanet K2-18 b might fit in this category. This illustration was obtained by Reuters on April 16, 2025. A. Smith, N. Madhusudhan/University of Cambridge/Handout via REUTERS

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Scientists Find Strongest Evidence Yet of Life on Alien Planet

In a potential landmark discovery, scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have obtained what they call the strongest signs yet of possible life…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 13:21

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FILE – Clouds hang over the North Sentinel Island, in India’s southeastern Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Nov. 14, 2005. (AP Photo/Gautam Singh, File)

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US YouTuber Remains in Custody in India after Visiting Restricted Island with Diet Coke Can

A 24-year-old American YouTuber who was arrested after visiting an off-limits island in the Indian Ocean with hopes of establishing contact with a reclusive…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 13:16

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KFSHRC's Organ Transplant Center of Excellence Wins Innovation Award

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSHRC) Organ Transplant Center of Excellence (OTCoE) has received the Innovation Award in the Regional…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/04 - 13:14

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NCVC Launches One Million Seedling Planting Project in Mahayel Aseer

The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) branch in Aseer Region launched an environmental project to plant one…

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