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Saudi Arabia's Non-Oil Exports Hit Historic High of SAR515 Billion in 2024

Saudi Arabia's non-oil exports reached an unprecedented SAR515 billion in 2024, marking the highest value in the Kingdom's history. This achievement represents…

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The flags of USA and Iran are displayed in Muscat, Oman, 25 April 2025. EPA/ALI HAIDER

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Iran, US Hold Hours of Expert Talks in Oman over Tehran’s Rapidly Advancing Nuclear Program

Iran and the United States held in-depth negotiations in Oman over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program on Saturday, ending the discussions with a…

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In this photo provided by Iranian Students' News Agency, ISNA, a helicopter drops water on the fire after a massive explosion rocked a port near the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, Iran, Saturday, April 26, 2025. (Razieh Pudat/ISNA via AP)

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Massive Explosion at Iranian Port Linked to Missile Fuel Shipment Kills 5, Injures Hundreds

A massive explosion and fire rocked a port Saturday in southern Iran purportedly linked to a shipment of a chemical ingredient used to make missile propellant,…

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Russian President Vladimir Putin holds a videoconference meeting with Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, Valery Gerasimov, at the Novo-Ogaryovo residence near Moscow, Russia, 26 April 2025, to receive a report on the completion of a military operation to liberate Russia's Kursk region from Ukrainian forces. (EPA/Alexander Kazakov/Sputnik/Kremlin)

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Russia Says Last Ukrainian Troops Expelled from Kursk Region, Kyiv Denies Assertion

Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed on Saturday what he said was the complete failure of an offensive by Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region after…

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Palestinian President Abbas Appoints New Deputy in Major Step in Naming Successor

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Hussein al-Sheikh, secretary-general of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization, gestures during an interview with The Associate Press at his office in the West Bank city of Ramallah, June 13, 2022. (AP)

Palestinian President Abbas Appoints New Deputy in Major Step in Naming Successor

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday named a veteran aide and confidant as his new vice president. It’s a major step by the aging leader to…

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49 Killed by Israeli Strikes in Gaza over 24 Hours, as Mediators Scramble to Restart Ceasefire Saturday 26/04 - 12:06
Hamas Official Says Group Open to Freeing Hostages, Five-Year Truce in Gaza Saturday 26/04 - 10:06

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A view of the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Saturday, April 26, 2025. (AP)

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Rome and the World Bid Farewell to Pope Francis with Massive Funeral and Humble Burial

Presidents, royalty and simple mourners bade farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday at a solemn funeral ceremony, where a cardinal appealed for the pontiff's…

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In this handout photograph taken and released by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Service in Kyiv on April 26, 2025, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy (R) meets with US President Donald Trump (L) on the sidelines of Pope Francis's funeral at St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. (Handout / Ukrainian Presidential Press Service / AFP)

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Trump and Zelenskiy Meet One-on-One in Vatican Basilica to Seek Ukraine Peace

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy, in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis, met one-on-one in a marble-lined Vatican basilica…

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Israeli Army Says It Intercepted a Missile Launched from Yemen

Iron Dome system near Ashkelon in southern Israel (File photo - Reuters)

North Korean Leader Kim Touts New Naval Destroyer, Blames US for Tensions

A photo released by the official North Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on 26 April 2025 shows North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un and daughter Kim Ju Ae attending the launching ceremony of a newly-built destroyer at Nampho Dockyard, North Korea, 25 April 2025, on the founding anniversary of the first armed forces of the Korean People's Army (KPA). (EPA/KCNA)

Indian Military Says Pakistani Troops Fired at Positions along Border in Disputed Kashmir Overnight

Indian security force personnel stand guard on the banks of Dal Lake, following a suspected militant attack near south Kashmir's Pahalgam, in Srinagar April 25, 2025. REUTERS/Adnan Abidi

Lebanon: Aoun Says No Solution for Israel’s Violations Except Through Diplomacy

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King Abdullah Port, Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Growth of Non-Oil Sectors Position Saudi Arabia Among Leading Global Economies

The flags of US and Iran are displayed in Muscat, Oman, 25 April 2025. Iran and US will hold third round of nuclear talks on 26 April 2025, in Muscat. (EPA)

What to Know about the Tensions between Iran and the US before Their Third Round of Talks

A large banner promoting Vision 2030 during the inauguration of energy projects in Ras Al-Khair, eastern Saudi Arabia. (Reuters)

Nine Years of Saudi Vision 2030: Prosperity Amid Global Turbulence

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani attends a UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East at the UN Headquarters in New York, April 25, 2025. (AFP)

Syrian Letter Delivers Response to US Conditions for Sanctions Relief

Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, and World Bank Group (WBG) President Ajay Banga are seen at Friday's meeting. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia, IMF, World Bank Stress Int’l Commitment to Syria’s Economic Recovery

The King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia Accelerates Toward Vision 2030: Record Achievements and Promising Indicators

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Nine Years of Saudi Vision 2030: Prosperity Amid Global Turbulence

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Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Pakistani, Indian, and Uzbek Counterparts

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Saudi Arabia Accelerates Toward Vision 2030: Record Achievements and Promising Indicators

Saudi Ministry of Interior Arrests Hajj Fraudsters Advertising Fake Campaigns

Saudi, French FMs Discuss Preparations to Hold Conference on Advancing the Two-state Solution

The Saudi and French foreign ministers meet in Riyadh on Friday. (SPA)

Saudi Interior Ministry, French Police Implement Advanced Security Training Program for Women

Saudi Interior Ministry and French Police implement advanced security training program for women. (SPA)

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Palestinian President Abbas Appoints New Deputy in Major Step in Naming Successor

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49 Killed by Israeli Strikes in Gaza over 24 Hours, as Mediators Scramble to Restart Ceasefire

Palestinians inspect the damage at Al Farabi school following an Israeli airstrike, in Gaza City, northern Gaza Strip, 25 April 2025. (EPA)

Hamas Official Says Group Open to Freeing Hostages, Five-Year Truce in Gaza

08 February 2025, Palestinian Territories, Deir al-Balah: Fighter of the Ezzeddine al-Qassam brigades, the military wing of Hamas hand over Israeli Hostages Or Levy (R), Eli Sharabi and Ohad Ben Ami to representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), in the fifth batch of the first phase of the ceasefire exchange deal. (dpa)

Syrian Letter Delivers Response to US Conditions for Sanctions Relief

Lebanon: Aoun Says No Solution for Israel’s Violations Except Through Diplomacy

Palestinian Central Council Demands that Hamas Cede Control of Gaza

Officials are seen at the meeting in Ramallah. (EPA)

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Russia Says Last Ukrainian Troops Expelled from Kursk Region, Kyiv Denies Assertion

Saturday 26/04 - 16:42

Massive Explosion at Iranian Port Linked to Missile Fuel Shipment Kills 5, Injures Hundreds

Trump and Zelenskiy Meet One-on-One in Vatican Basilica to Seek Ukraine Peace

Dozens Arrested as Investigation That Saw Istanbul’s Mayor Jailed Deepens

21 April 2025, Türkiye, Ankara: A student holds a Turkish flag during a high school students protest at Kugulu Park to protest the political process that started with the arrest of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. (SOPA Images via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa)

A Bomb Threat Prompted a Plane Evacuation at a Florida Airport. No Explosives Were Found

SAN BRUNO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 24: An All Nippon Airways plane takes off from San Francisco International Airport on April 24, 2025 in San Bruno, California. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/AFP

North Korean Leader Kim Touts New Naval Destroyer, Blames US for Tensions

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A night view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia's Non-Oil Exports Hit Historic High of SAR515 Billion in 2024

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World Breathes Sigh of Relief as Trump Spares Fed, IMF

US President Donald Trump speaks to members of press onboard Air Force One on a flight to Fiumicino Airport near Rome to attend the funeral of Pope Francis, April 25, 2025. (Reuters)

Growth of Non-Oil Sectors Position Saudi Arabia Among Leading Global Economies

IMF Policy Committee Underscores Trade Risks to Global Economy, Commits to Fund’s Role

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, right, and International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) chair Saudi Arabia's Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan speak during a news conference after the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) meeting, during the World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) headquarters in Washington, Friday, April 25, 2025. (AP)

Saudi Arabia, IMF, World Bank Stress Int’l Commitment to Syria’s Economic Recovery

US-Saudi Business Council Hosts High-Level Investment Event

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Saudi Arabia Opens Pavilion at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025

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The Saudi pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Opens Pavilion at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025

Saudi Arabia inaugurated its pavilion today at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025, which runs from April 26 to May 5, reported the Saudi Press Agency…

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Visitors are seen at the exhibition in Indonesia. (SPA)

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Saudi Arabia’s Jusoor Exhibition in Jakarta Draws Over 150,000 Visitors on Third Day

The fifth edition of the Jusoor Exhibition, organized by the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in Jakarta, Indonesia, recorded a remarkable…

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The Music Commission will present its Marvels of Saudi Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House in Australia on May 12. (SPA)

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Sydney to Host Marvels of Saudi Orchestra

The Saudi Music Commission will present its Marvels of Saudi Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House in Australia on May 12. Under the patronage of Minister of…

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The River Avon in the World Heritage site of Bath, England, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 with the backdrop of the rugby stadium. (AP)

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An English Rugby Team’s Stadium Plan Sparks Concern for UNESCO Designation

Talk about a scrum. The rugby club in the English city of Bath is at odds with some of its neighbors over plans to expand the team’s beloved stadium. …

Saturday 26/04 - 11:52

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The commission is leading the Kingdom's participation in the fair with several prominent cultural and educational bodies

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Literature, Publishing & Translation Commission Inaugurates Saudi Pavilion at Muscat Book Fair

The Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission inaugurated the Kingdom's pavilion at the Muscat International Book Fair 2025, which is taking…

Asharq Al Awsat (Muscat) Thursday 24/04 - 15:54

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Chelsea Beat Everton 1-0 to Reignite Champions League Hopes

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(L) Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea celebrates scoring his side's first goal of the match with teammate Noni Madueke during the English Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC, in London, Britain, 26 April 2025. (EPA)

Chelsea Beat Everton 1-0 to Reignite Champions League Hopes

Chelsea climbed back into contention for next season's Champions League with a 1-0 home win over Everton in the Premier League on Saturday thanks to a fine…

Saturday 26/04 - 16:27

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Team Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP's Fabio Quartararo rides during a practice session of the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix at the Jerez racetrack in Jerez de la Frontera, on April 26, 2025. (AFP)

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Yamaha’s Quartararo Denies Marquez His Home Spanish MotoGP Pole

Frenchman Fabio Quartararo beat crowd favorite and six-times MotoGP champion Marc Marquez to take pole position at the Spanish motorcycle Grand Prix at the…

Saturday 26/04 - 11:24

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Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 21, 2024 Italy's Jannik Sinner celebrates after winning his fourth round match against Russia's Karen Khachanov. (Reuters)

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Sinner Does Not Expect Easy Road on Return from Doping Ban

Jannik Sinner held onto his world number one ranking ahead of his return from a three-month doping ban, but the Italian does not expect his comeback to be as…

Saturday 26/04 - 07:38

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Football - Premier League - Fulham v Chelsea - Craven Cottage, London, Britain - April 20, 2025 Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca talks to Cole Palmer. (Action Images via Reuters)

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Palmer’s Dip in Form a ‘Mental Thing’, Says Chelsea Boss Maresca

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer's 16-game goal drought is due to a mental issue rather than a tactical or technical one, manager Enzo Maresca has said. The 22…

Saturday 26/04 - 07:02

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Al-Hilal players celebrate after a goal is scored. (SPA)

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Saudi Al-Hilal Surge into Asian Champions League Semis by Thrashing Gwangju

Al-Hilal powered into the semi-finals of the Asian Champions League Elite in Jeddah on Friday as Jorge Jesus's Saudi Pro League side demolished South Korea's…

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Letter Written Onboard the Titanic before It Sank Sells for Almost $400,000 at Auction

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This undated handout picture provided by the auctioneers Henry Aldridge & Son, England, shows a lettercard, penned by one of the Titanic's most well-known survivors from onboard the ship days before it sank, which has sold for 300,000 pounds ($399,000) at auction. (Henry Aldridge & Son via AP)

Letter Written Onboard the Titanic before It Sank Sells for Almost $400,000 at Auction

A lettercard penned by one of the Titanic's most well-known survivors from onboard the ship, days before it sank, has sold for 300,000 pounds ($399,000) at…

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Renowned for their distinctive beauty, purebred Arabian horses possess a small, refined head, expressive eyes, an elegant arched neck, and a high-set tail, setting them apart from other breeds. (SPA)

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Arabian Horse Lovers Gather for Qassim Championship in Saudi Arabia

The third Qassim Arabian Horse Show, a three-day championship in Saudi Arabia featuring 260 purebred Arabian horses, is currently underway and has attracted…

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People celebrate King's Day in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Saturday, April 26, 2025. (AP)

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Orange-Clad Crowds Cram into to Dutch Cities to Celebrate King Willem-Alexander’s Birthday

Across the Netherlands, people donned orange clothes — from tuxedos to feather boas — and boats packed with revelers clogged Amsterdam's canals to celebrate…

Saturday 26/04 - 16:38

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An ancient artifact found in a recently discovered burial site at the Aspero archaeological complex, belonging to the Caral civilization, during a press presentation at the Ministry of Culture in Lima on April 24, 2025. ERNESTO BENAVIDES / AFP

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Remains of 5,000-year-old Noblewoman Found in Peru Dig

Archaeologists in Peru said Thursday they found the 5,000-year-old remains of a noblewoman at the sacred city of Caral, revealing the important role played by…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 25/04 - 07:22

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This photo provided by Daniel Rubinoff in April 2025 shows a new species of carnivorous caterpillar, left, which uses a protective case made with insect parts, near a spider in Oahu, Hawaii. (Courtesy Daniel Rubinoff via AP)

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Carnivorous 'Bone Collector' Caterpillar Dresses in Remains of its Prey

A new carnivorous caterpillar that wears the remains of its prey has been dubbed the “bone collector.” The odd insect is only found on the Hawaiian island of…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 24/04 - 19:16

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