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UNDP Plans for $1.3Bln in Help for Syria

The United Nations Development Program is hoping to deliver $1.3 billion over three years to support war-ravaged Syria, including by rebuilding infrastructure…

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Signs and a photograph of Edan Alexander, the American-Israeli and Israel Defense Forces soldier taken hostage during the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas, stand outside a Jewish community center in Alexander’s home town of Tenafly, New Jersey, US, December 14, 2024. REUTERS/Stephani Spindel/File

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Hamas Armed Wing Says Fate of Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander Unknown

Hamas's armed wing said on Saturday the fate of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander was unknown after the group found the guard who was holding the hostage…

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Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said gives a speech after being sworn in before the royal family council in Muscat, Oman January 11, 2020. REUTERS/Sultan Al Hasani/File Photo

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Oman's Sultan to Meet Putin in Moscow on Monday

Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said is set to visit Moscow on Monday, days after the start of a round of Muscat-mediated nuclear talks between the US and…

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Logos of ADNOC are seen at Gastech, the world's biggest expo for the gas industry, in Chiba, Japan, April 4, 2017. REUTERS/Toru Hanai/File Photo

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China's ENN, Zhenhua Oil Agree LNG Deals with ADNOC

China's privately controlled ENN Natural Gas and state-run Zhenhua Oil have each signed a term deal to buy liquefied natural gas from Abu Dhabi National Oil…

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Iran, US End Nuclear Talks in Rome, Agree to Meet Next Week

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi attends a meeting with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani (not pictured) in Rome, April 19, 2025. Abbas Araqchi via Telegram/Handout via REUTERS

Iran, US End Nuclear Talks in Rome, Agree to Meet Next Week

Iran and the United States agreed on Saturday to hold another round of talks next week over Tehran's nuclear ambitions, Iranian state TV reported, as they…

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Iran and the US Begin a Second Round of Negotiations over Tehran's Nuclear Program in Rome Saturday 19/04 - 11:06

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The United Nations has warned of a dire humanitarian situation for the 2.4 million inhabitants of the Palestinian territory - AFP

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Gazans Resort to Turtle Meat in Hunt for Food

With food scarce in the besieged and war-battered Gaza Strip, some desperate families have turned to eating sea turtles as a rare source of protein. Once the…

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A Palestinian child stands at the site of an Israeli strike on a house, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip April 19, 2025. REUTERS/Hatem Khaled

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Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kill More than 90 People in the Last 48 Hours

More than 90 people have been killed in Gaza by Israeli strikes in the last 48 hours, Gaza’s Health Ministry said Saturday. The ministry does not differentiate…

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Survivors Describe Executions, Arson in Attack on Sudan's Zamzam Camp

A satellite image shows smoke and fire in Zamzam Camp, which hosts displaced people, amid the ongoing conflict in the country, in North Darfur, Sudan, April 11, 2025. Maxar Technologies/Handout via REUTERS

Israel Still Eyeing a Limited Attack on Iran's Nuclear Facilities

FILE PHOTO: A general view shows the Natanz uranium enrichment facility in Natanz, about 322km (200 miles) south of Tehran March 9, 2006. REUTERS/Raheb Homavandi/File Photo

Al-Sharaa Welcomes Abbas on First Visit to Damascus in 16 Years

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa welcomes Palestinian counterpart in Damascus (Syrian Presidency)

Students and Journalists Stand Trial in Türkiye over Protests Sparked by Mayor's Arrest

People sit next a police security line during a protest outside the Caglayan courthouse in Istanbul on Friday April 18, 2025 (AP)

Congress Members Pay an Unofficial Visit to Syria as US Mulls Sanctions Relief

Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa walks out to welcome Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas (not pictured) in Damascus, Syria, 18 April 2025. EPA/MOHAMMED AL-RIFAI

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Hezbollah’s Liaison and Coordination Official, Wafiq Safa, speaking to the media earlier... at the site of the assassination of Hezbollah's Secretary-General, Hassan Nasrallah, in southern Beirut's suburbs (EPA)

Hezbollah Responds to Disarmament Efforts with Media Campaign, Political Escalation

Saudi and Syrian doctors performing a heart surgery (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Doctors Perform Life-Saving Surgeries in Syria

Part of the event promoting Egypt-NATO ties (Turkish Embassy in Cairo)

What Closer Egypt-NATO Ties Could Mean

A woman chants slogans as relatives and supporters of Israeli hostages, held captive in the Gaza Strip since the October 2023 attacks, hold placards and chant slogans during an anti-government demonstration calling for action to secure their release, outside the Israeli prime minister's residence in Jerusalem on April 17, 2025. (AFP)

Protest Letters from Former Israeli Soldiers Lay Bare Profound Rifts over Gaza War

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani meet in Qatar on Thursday. (Iraqi News Agency)

Iraqi and Syrian Leaders Meet in Qatar, Marking a Significant First Encounter

Travellers are welcomed at Damascus's airport. (AFP file)

Syrian Air Says It Is Resuming Its Direct Flights to UAE on Sunday

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Oman's Sultan to Meet Putin in Moscow on Monday

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Syrian Air Says It Is Resuming Its Direct Flights to UAE on Sunday

Egypt Tightens Measures to Prevent Another Crisis of Illegal Hajj Pilgrims

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz meets with Egyptian Ambassador to the Kingdom Ehab Abou Srei in Riyadh. (Egyptian Foreign Ministry)

Iranian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia to Asharq Al-Awsat: Khalid bin Salman’s Visit Is Very Important

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meet on Friday. (Prince Khalid bin Salman on X)

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

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)

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

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)

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People wait their turn in a queue outside an ATM in Damascus on April 16, 2025. (Photo by LOUAI BESHARA / AFP)

UNDP Plans for $1.3Bln in Help for Syria

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Hamas Armed Wing Says Fate of Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander Unknown

Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kill More than 90 People in the Last 48 Hours

Hezbollah Responds to Disarmament Efforts with Media Campaign, Political Escalation

Al-Sharaa Welcomes Abbas on First Visit to Damascus in 16 Years

Survivors Describe Executions, Arson in Attack on Sudan's Zamzam Camp

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Vice President JD Vance during the visit to the botanical garden of Trastevere, in Rome, Italy, 19 April 2025. EPA/ANGELO CARCONI

Vatican Holds 'Cordial' Talks with Vance after Criticisms of Trump Policies

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Iran, US End Nuclear Talks in Rome, Agree to Meet Next Week

3 Tourists among 4 Killed after Italian Cable Car Crashes into Ravine South of Naples

View of the Monte Faito cable car departure station in Castellammare di Stabia near Naples, southern Italy, Friday, April 18, 2025, with the cabin from which nine passengers were rescued when the traction cable broke Thursday, killing four people in another cabin that fell further up the mountain. (AP Photo/Salvatore Laporta)

Russian Forces Retake Village from Ukraine in Russia's Kursk Region

A Ukrainian law enforcement officer inspects a crater next to a destroyed perfume and cosmetics manufacturing building following a missile attack in Kharkiv on April 18, 2025, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (Photo by SERGEY BOBOK / AFP)

Jd Vance Goes to the Vatican Following Remarkable Papal Rebuke over Trump Crackdown on Migrants

US Vice President JD Vance, and his wife Usha Vance, left, with their daughter Mirabel, attend a Good Friday service led by Cardinal Claudio Gugerotti, right, inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, Friday, April 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

Israel Still Eyeing a Limited Attack on Iran's Nuclear Facilities

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China's ENN, Zhenhua Oil Agree LNG Deals with ADNOC

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Trump Goes to War with the Fed

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, seen in April 2025, said he considered Fed independence to be a matter of law. Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP

China’s Leader Ends Southeast Asia Tour Touting Beijing’s Reliability vs. US Tariff Threats

This pool photo taken and released on April 18, 2025 by Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP) shows China's President Xi Jinping (C-L) walking with Cambodia's Senate President Hun Sen (C-R) past the honour guard upon his departure at Phnom Penh International Airport. (AFP)

Japan Cautions about Uncertainty from Trump Trade Policies

Cyclists ride through an intersection as the Tokyo Skytree (C-behind) looms in the background in the Minowa area of Tokyo on April 15, 2025. (AFP)

Türkiye's Simsek Says Disinflation to Continue, FX Pass-through Limited

A fisherman feeds cats his recently caught small fish from the Marmara Sea, along the Kadikoy sea promenade in Istanbul, Türkiye, Tuesday, April 15, 2025. (AP)

United States Eases Port Fees on China-Built Ships after Industry Backlash

Ships are seen under construction at the Jinling Shipyard in Nanjing, in China's eastern Jiangsu province on April 14, 2025. (AFP)

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Al Mousa Heritage Village in Al-Baha Recognized as Prominent Cultural Destination

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Al Mousa Heritage Village stands out as a significant cultural destination in Al-Baha Region - SPA

Al Mousa Heritage Village in Al-Baha Recognized as Prominent Cultural Destination

Al Mousa Heritage Village in Al-Baha Region hosted a notable event titled "Our Heritage Brings Us Together," organized by Al Dar Heritage Association to…

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Remarkable Ancient Inscriptions Found in King Abdulaziz Reserve

Exceptional archaeological discoveries dating from the 4th century BC to the 1st century AD have been announced by the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development…

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Stewards check tourists' QR codes outside the main train station in Venice, Italy, Friday, April 18, 2025, as the city for a second year is charging day-trippers an arrivals tax. (AP)

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Venice Expands Its Day-Tripper Tax Program to Combat Over-Tourism

Venice is charging day-trippers to the famed canal city an arrivals tax for the second year starting Friday, a measure to combat the over-tourism that…

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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

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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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Alcaraz Defeats Fils to Reach Third Barcelona Open Final

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Tennis - ATP 500 - Barcelona Open - Real Club de Tenis Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain - April 19, 2025 Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates winning his semi final match against France's Arthur Fils REUTERS/Bruna Casas

Alcaraz Defeats Fils to Reach Third Barcelona Open Final

World number two Carlos Alcaraz beat seventh seed Arthur Fils 6-2 6-4 on Saturday to advance into his third Barcelona Open final, where the Spaniard will face…

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The Jeddah Corniche Circuit will host on Sunday the main race of the Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Photo by SPA

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Jeddah Corniche Circuit to Host Main Race of Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Sunday

The Jeddah Corniche Circuit will host on Sunday the main race of the Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, marking the fifth round of the 2025 Formula 1…

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Formula One F1 - Australian Grand Prix - Practice - Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit, Melbourne, Australia - March 14, 2025 Williams team prinicpal James Vowles during the press conference REUTERS/Edgar

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Motor Racing-Williams Focus on Long-term Rather than 2025 Standing

Williams have a long-term focus on getting back to the top in Formula One and will not be distracted by what might be achieved this season, says team boss…

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Soccer Football - Champions League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Real Madrid v Arsenal - Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain - April 16, 2025 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti reacts before the match REUTERS/Juan Medina

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Real Hurting after European Exit but No Issues with Club, Says Ancelotti

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said his side were still hurting after the holders were knocked out of the Champions League in the quarter-finals but there…

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Football Soccer - Al Ahli v Al Jazira - Arabian Gulf Super Cup - 30 June Air Defense Stadium, Cairo, Egypt - 13/09/16 - Romanian head coach Cosmin Olaroiu of Al Ahli gestures during the game. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh/File Photo

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UAE Appoint Romanian Olaroiu to Replace Bento as Head Coach

Cosmin Olaroiu has been appointed United Arab Emirates head coach, the country's FA announced on Saturday. The 55-year-old Romanian takes over from…

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Pupy the Elephant arrives at Brazil Sanctuary after 30 Years in Argentine Zoo

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A female African elephant named Pupy stands in her enclosure at the Ecoparque in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Tuesday, March 25, 2025, as she is trained for her relocation to a sanctuary in Brazil. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko)

Pupy the Elephant arrives at Brazil Sanctuary after 30 Years in Argentine Zoo

Pupy the elephant arrived at her new home in a sanctuary in Mato Grosso, Brazil, Friday following a 2,700-kilometer (1,680-mile) overland journey from a zoo…

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An oak tree with new leaf growth also shows pollen hanging amongst the branches at a park in Richardson, Texas, Thursday, March 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)

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Spring Allergies Are Back. Here's How to Check Pollen Levels and Keep from Sneezing

Allergy season can be miserable for tens of millions of Americans when trees, grass, and other pollens cause runny noses, itchy eyes, coughing and sneezing. …

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This achievement reflects the University of Jeddah’s vision to support its students and showcase their talents on the global stage - SPA

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University of Jeddah Wins 1st Place at Harvard Health Hackathon

The University of Jeddah achieved a new global milestone after its talented student Ahmed Bawazeer from the College of Computer Science and Engineering, and a…

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Saudi Doctors Perform Life-Saving Surgeries in Syria

In the cardiac surgery unit at Al-Mouwasat University Hospital in the Syrian capital, Dr. Rakan Al-Nazer, head of the Saudi medical delegation to Damascus,…

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A robot takes part in the humanoid robot half marathon in Beijing on April 19, 2025. (AFP)

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Humanoid Robots Stride into the Future with World's First Half-marathon

Step by mechanical step, dozens of humanoid robots took to the streets of Beijing early Saturday, joining thousands of their flesh-and-blood counterparts in a…

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