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Israel Says It Needs Deal on Freeing Hostages to Extend Gaza Ceasefire

Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Tuesday Israel was ready to proceed to the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal, as long as Hamas was ready to release…

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy looks on during a visit to a military training area to find out about the training of Ukrainian soldiers on the Patriot anti-aircraft missile system, at an undisclosed location, in Germany, June 11, 2024. (Reuters)

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Zelenskiy Calls Trump Clash Regrettable: ‘It’s Time to Make Things Right’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he regretted last week's Oval Office clash with Donald Trump and wanted to "make things right", in a fulsome…

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A man walks by a house hit in recent fighting in Khartoum, Sudan, an area torn by fighting between the military and the notorious paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, on April 25, 2023. (AP)

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Sudan's RSF and Allies Formalize Vision for Parallel Government

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied groups signed a transitional constitution on Tuesday that takes them a step closer to setting up a parallel…

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Newly recruited fighters who joined a Houthi force intended to be sent to fight in support of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, march during a parade in Sanaa, Yemen December 2, 2023. (Reuters)

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Trump Administration Again Labels Houthis in Yemen a ‘Foreign Terrorist Organization’

The State Department on Tuesday reinstated the "foreign terrorist organization" designation for Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi militias, fulfilling an order…

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At Arab Summit, Egypt Produces Plan for Rebuilding Gaza

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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi poses for a picture with leaders as Egypt hosts emergency Arab summit to discuss Palestinian developments, at Egypt's New Administrative Capital in Cairo, March 4, 2025. (Egyptian Presidency/Handout via Reuters)

At Arab Summit, Egypt Produces Plan for Rebuilding Gaza

Egypt has published a detailed, 112-page plan for rebuilding the Gaza Strip by 2030 without removing its population. The ambitious, $53 billion plan is a…

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Arab Leaders Meet in Egypt to Approve Counterproposal to Trump’s Gaza Plan Tuesday 04/03 - 10:33
Senior Hamas Official Rejects US, Israeli Calls to Disarm Tuesday 04/03 - 14:39

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People watch on a big screen as Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi (R) welcomes Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas ahead of an Arab League summit on Gaza on March 4, 2025. (AFP)

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Palestinian President Says He’ll Appoint a Deputy, Hold Elections Next Year ‘If Conditions Allow’

The Palestinians have not held presidential elections in the 20 years since Mahmoud Abbas, an opponent of Hamas, was elected. He has repeatedly called off…

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An Israeli military vehicle is seen during a military operation in the West Bank city of Jenin, 04 March 2025. (EPA)

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Israel Kills Hamas Commander in West Bank, Suspected Hezbollah Member in Lebanon

Israeli forces killed a Hamas commander in the West Bank city of Jenin on Tuesday as they pushed ahead with a weeks-long operation against armed groups in the…

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Syria Interim President Joins Arab Summit on Gaza

Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa meets Palestinian counterpart Mahmoud Abbas on the sidelines of his first Arab summit. - AFP

Saudi FM Arrives in Cairo to Participate in Extraordinary Arab Summit

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. Asharq Al-Awsat

Hamas Moves to Control Prices in Gaza after Israel Suspends Deliveries

Trucks carrying aid move, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, February 13, 2025. REUTERS/Hussam Al-Masri/File Photo

Gold Extends Gains as Safe-haven Rush follows Trump's Tariffs

A participant shows gold bars during the 21st edition of the international gold and jewelry exhibition at the Kuwait International Fairgrounds in Kuwait City on May 23, 2024. (Photo by Yasser AL ZAYYAT / AFP)

Syrian Forces Launch Sweep as Assad Loyalists Accused of Attacks

Last week, a police station was attacked during confrontations in Assad's ancestral town of Qardaha, located in the mountains some 25 km (16 miles) to the east of Latakia. (Reuters)

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Metro users flood in after work hours or finishing their shopping trips (Photo: Turki Al-Ogaili)

Riyadh Metro: A New Way to Reach Home Before Iftar During Ramadan

Salem Adra, left, brother of Palestinian activist Basel Adra, who won Best Documentary Feature at the Oscars for "No Other Land" talks with a local Palestinian shepherd as they stand near an Israeli settlers' outpost at the West Bank village of al-Tuwaneh, Monday, March 3, 2025. (AP)

Palestinians Hope ‘No Other Land’ Oscar Win Brings Help as They Face Possible Israeli Expulsion

Officials are seen at the signing agreement on Monday. (SPA)

PIF, Goldman Sachs Asset Management Sign MoU to Partner on Investment in Saudi Arabia, GCC

Prominent Lebanese Druze leader Walid Jumblatt addresses the gatherers during Monday's meeting Beirut. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Druze Consensus on Rejecting Becoming Embroiled in Civil War in Syria

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, meets with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun during his visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, March 3, 2025. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia, Lebanon Stress Importance of Bolstering Joint Arab Work, Full Implementation of Taif Accord

FILED - 03 March 2020, Israel, Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers an address. Photo: Ilia Yefimovich/dpa

Netanyahu Thanks Trump for Weapons to ‘Finish the Job’ against Iran Axis

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Saudi FM Arrives in Cairo to Participate in Extraordinary Arab Summit

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 04/03 - 15:04

Saudi Arabia, Lebanon Stress Importance of Bolstering Joint Arab Work, Full Implementation of Taif Accord

Top US, Oman Diplomats Discuss Gaza, Syria and Lebanon

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reacts as he meets with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty at the State Department in Washington, US, February 10, 2025. (Reuters)

Aoun from Riyadh: We Appreciate Role Saudi Arabia Is Playing in Supporting Lebanon

This handout picture provided by the press office of the Lebanese Presidency shows Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun (C-L) being welcomed by with Saudi Arabia's Deputy Governor of Riyadh Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman (C-R) upon his arrival in Riyadh on March 3, 2025. (Lebanese Presidency / AFP)

Muslim World League, Arab Parliament Condemn Israel's Gaza Aid Blockade

Trucks line up at the Egyptian side of the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip after Israel blocked the entry of aid trucks into Gaza, Sunday, March 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Mohamed Arafat)

SDRPY Comprehensive Support Strengthens Education in Yemen

The SDRPY has established and equipped more than 30 model schools in various Yemeni governorates. SPA

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Palestinians shop at a market during the holy month of Ramadan in the city of Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, 04 March 2025. (EPA)

Israel Says It Needs Deal on Freeing Hostages to Extend Gaza Ceasefire

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Sudan's RSF and Allies Formalize Vision for Parallel Government

Palestinian President Says He’ll Appoint a Deputy, Hold Elections Next Year ‘If Conditions Allow’

Israel Kills Hamas Commander in West Bank, Suspected Hezbollah Member in Lebanon

At Arab Summit, Egypt Produces Plan for Rebuilding Gaza

Trump Administration Again Labels Houthis in Yemen a ‘Foreign Terrorist Organization’

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Zelenskiy Calls Trump Clash Regrettable: ‘It’s Time to Make Things Right’

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At Least Three Serbian Lawmakers Injured as Smoke Bombs and Flares Thrown in parliament

File photo: Opposition members of parliament hold banners as they attend the opening session of this year's spring parliamentary convocation where it is expected to note a resignation of PM Milos Vucevic, in Belgrade, Serbia, March 4, 2025. REUTERS/Djordje Kojadinovic

Iran Summons Türkiye's Ambassador Following Ankara’s Warning Regarding Syria

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan addresses a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart in Ankara on February 24, 2025. (AFP)

Kremlin Says Pause of US Military Aid to Ukraine Is Best Hope for Peace

Servicemen of the 14th Assault Brigade Chervona Kalyna of the Ukrainian National Guard fire an OTO Melara howitzer towards Russian troops at a position in a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region, Ukraine March 3, 2025. (Reuters)

Pope Resting, Back on Ventilation, After Respiratory Problems

A drone view shows an image of Pope Francis displayed with a digital video-mapping at the Obelisco in Buenos Aires, Argentina, February 21, 2025. (Reuters)

Ukrainians Wake up to Trump’s Pause on All Military Aid

People walk on Khreschatyk street in Kyiv, Ukraine, Saturday, March 1, 2025. (AP)

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Gold Extends Gains as Safe-haven Rush follows Trump's Tariffs

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 04/03 - 13:01

Dollar Falls to Three-month Low as Tariffs and Growth Fears Rattle Markets

The employee of a currency exchange shop counts US dollar banknotes in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico July 27, 2023. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez/File Photo

Oil Down on OPEC+ Output Increase, Tariffs Start and US Pause on Ukraine Aid

A worker walks past oil pipes at a refinery in Wuhan, Hubei province March 23, 2012. REUTERS/Stringer//File Photo

China Expected to Keep GDP Growth Goal Steady at 5% This Year

A man cycles pass a traffic junction with the office buildings around the Central Business District in Beijing, China, Monday, March 3, 2025. (AP)

PIF, Goldman Sachs Asset Management Sign MoU to Partner on Investment in Saudi Arabia, GCC

Saudi Oil Giant Aramco Reports $106 Billion Profit in 2024

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Diriyah Biennale Foundation Launches ‘Biennale Nights’ Ramadan Program

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Diriyah Biennale Foundation Launches ‘Biennale Nights’ Ramadan Program

The Diriyah Biennale Foundation announced the launch of the "Biennale Nights" Ramadan program as part of the second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale,…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 04/03 - 15:15

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People engage in activities during Ramadan celebrations in Makkah. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

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Makkah’s Neighborhoods Enliven Ramadan Nights with Games, Humanitarian Initiatives

Year after year, young residents of Makkah’s neighborhoods—particularly those surrounding the Grand Mosque—gain experience in organizing Ramadan celebrations,…

Saeed al-Abyad (Jeddah) Tuesday 04/03 - 09:49

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Held under the theme ‘Knowledge Illuminates Our Community’, the initiative falls in line with the UAE’s declaration of 2025 as the ‘Year of Community’. WAM

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Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center Launches Community Campaign to Promote Sustainable Reading

The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center (ALC) has launched the first phase of its community campaign to promote sustainable reading, covering the first half of…

Asharq Al Awsat ( Abu Dhabi) Friday 28/02 - 07:20

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Under the slogan "Our Nights Have Returned," the ministry will decorate roads and public spaces with lights and installations

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Culture Ministry Announces 'Ramadan Season' Across Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Ministry of Culture will host "Ramadan Season 1446 AH" in cities nationwide. The initiative features cultural and community events highlighting…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Friday 28/02 - 06:28

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Examples of Benin bronzes which, together with collections such as the Parthenon sculptures, are the subject of talks of their return to countries of origin, are displayed at the British Museum in London, Britain, January 25, 2023. (Reuters)

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Nigeria’s Museum Agrees with Royal Ruler on Custody of Benin Bronzes

Nigeria's national museum commission will be responsible for retrieving and keeping priceless Benin Bronzes, taking on the task with the assent of the royal…

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Juventus Beat Verona 2-0 with Late Thuram, Koopmeiners Goals

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Soccer Football - Serie A - Juventus v Hellas Verona - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - March 3, 2025 Juventus' Teun Koopmeiners scores their second goal past Hellas Verona's Lorenzo Montipo REUTERS/Massimo Pinca

Juventus Beat Verona 2-0 with Late Thuram, Koopmeiners Goals

Late goals from Khephren Thuram and Teun Koopmeiners earned misfiring Juventus a 2-0 home win against Hellas Verona in Serie A on Monday as Thiago Motta's side…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 04/03 - 13:18

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Football - Champions League - Real Madrid Press Conference - Ciudad Real Madrid, Valdebebas, Madrid, Spain - March 3, 2025 Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during the press conference. (Reuters)

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‘Happy’ Vinicius Wants to Renew Real Contract as Soon as Possible

Brazil forward Vinicius Jr said he is happy at Real Madrid and wants to renew his contract with the LaLiga club as soon as possible, playing down reports of…

Tuesday 04/03 - 12:17

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AC Milan's Dutch midfielder #14 Tijani Reijnders reacts during the Italian Serie A football match between AC Milan and S.S Lazio at San Siro stadium in Milan, on March 2, 2025. (AFP)

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Reijnders to Stay at Milan Until June 2030

Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has extended his stay at AC Milan until June 2030, the Serie A club said on Monday, ending speculation on his future after…

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Bayer Leverkusen's Spanish head coach Xabi Alonso (L) and Bayer Leverkusen's Dutch defender #30 Jeremie Frimpong react after the German first division Bundesliga football match between Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer 04 Leverkusen in Frankfurt on March 1, 2025. (AFP)

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Leverkusen’s Frimpong Relishes ‘Intense’ Rivalry with Bayern Munich in the Champions League

Get ready for games four and five this season in one of the most dynamic rivalries in European football. Bayer Leverkusen heads to Bayern Munich in the…

Tuesday 04/03 - 10:04

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A boat is seen beached after it was blown from its mooring on Bribie Island, Brisbane, Australia, 04 March 2025. (EPA)

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Cyclone Disrupts Several Australian Sporting Events

A cyclone expected to hit the east coast of Australia this week has scrapped a golf event and prompted the Australian Football League (AFL) to postpone season…

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Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Welcomes Fifth Ranger Corps

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The new recruits, 40 women and 26 men, all from local communities within the reserve, join the existing ranger team of 180 - SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Welcomes Fifth Ranger Corps

On World Wildlife Day, observed annually on March 3, the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve officially welcomed its fifth ranger corps after their…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 04/03 - 13:21

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Riyadh Metro: A New Way to Reach Home Before Iftar During Ramadan

The Riyadh metro, a new addition to the city's transportation network, is becoming a preferred option for many residents. It helps them complete tasks and…

Omar al-Badawi (Riyadh) Tuesday 04/03 - 09:48

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A killer whale swims next to a grebe in the waters just off Seattle on Sunday, March 3, 2025, moments before the bird was taken under water. (Kersti Muul via AP)

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Killer Whales Amaze Seattle Onlookers with a Rarely Seen Bird Hunt

A pod of orcas swam close to shore and amazed onlookers in Seattle by treating the whale watchers to the rare sight of the apex predators hunting a bird. The…

Tuesday 04/03 - 08:20

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Military and fire department helicopters have been trying to douse the wildfire. Handout / Japan's Ministry of Defense/AFP

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Japan's Worst Wildfire in Half a Century Spreads

Firefighters were Tuesday battling Japan's worst wildfire in half a century, which has left one dead and forced the evacuation of nearly 4,000 local residents…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 04/03 - 07:54

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Experts warn that climate change will create better conditions for malaria mosquitos. Olympia DE MAISMONT / AFP

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Malaria Deaths Soar in Shadow of Ethiopia Conflict

Lema Tefera's voice broke as he described losing four children to malaria in just one month -- deaths that could likely have been prevented if not for the…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 04/03 - 07:41

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