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Türkiye's Erdogan Welcomes Deal between Kurdish Forces and Syrian Government

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed an agreement between the Kurdish-led and US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces and Syria's new government, saying…

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A Chinese warship attending a naval drill with Iran and Russia arrives at Shahid Beheshti port in Chabahar in the Gulf of Oman, Iran, Tuesday, March 11, 2025. (AP)

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China, Iran and Russia Hold Joint Naval Drills in Mideast as Tensions Rise between Tehran and US

China, Iran and Russia conducted joint naval drills Tuesday in the Middle East, offering a show of force in a region still uneasy over Tehran's rapidly…

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a Parliament session to defend his Minister of Economy and Finance at the Iranian Parliament in Tehran, Iran, 02 March 2025. (EPA)

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Iran’s President to Trump: I Will Not Negotiate, ‘Do Whatever the Hell You Want’

President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would not negotiate with the US while being threatened, telling President Donald Trump to "do whatever the hell you want,…

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A picture taken from Israel near the Druze village of Hurfeish shows a general view of the Israel’s border with Lebanon on December 8, 2023. (AFP via Getty Images)

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Israel Agrees to Talks on Lebanon Border, Frees Five Lebanese

Israel said on Tuesday it had agreed to hold talks to demarcate its border with Lebanon, adding it would release five Lebanese held by the Israeli military in…

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At Crown Prince’s Directives, Saudi Arabia Committed to Supporting Efforts to Resolve Ukraine-Russia Crisis

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This handout photograph released in Jeddah by the official Telegram channel of Ukraine's Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak on March 11, 2025 shows Ukraine's Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak (R), Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha (2nd R), US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (2nd L) and US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz (L) posing at the beginning of the Ukrainian and US delegations meeting, amid the Ukraine-Russia crisis. (Handout / Telegram /@ermaka2022 / AFP)

At Crown Prince’s Directives, Saudi Arabia Committed to Supporting Efforts to Resolve Ukraine-Russia Crisis

Upon the directives of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Saudi Arabia hosted on Tuesday talks between the…

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‘Decisive’ US-Ukraine Talks Kick off in Jeddah Tuesday 11/03 - 10:46
Mohammed bin Salman: We Support Solution to Ukraine Crisis, Peace Efforts Tuesday 11/03 - 05:57
Saudi Arabia, Ukraine Laud their Strong Economic Ties Tuesday 11/03 - 10:28

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Mourners carry the flag-draped coffin of a Hezbollah fighters, during the funeral procession of militants and civilians killed in the recent war with Israel, in the southern Lebanese border village of Kfar Kila on March 9, 2025. (AFP)

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Israel Says Killed Hezbollah Member in Lebanon Strike

The Israeli military said it carried out an air strike in southern Lebanon on Tuesday that killed a senior Hezbollah member who was reportedly responsible for…

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Arab Parliament Welcomes Agreement to Integrate Civil, Military Institutions in Northeastern Syria

The Arab Parliament has welcomed the signing of an agreement calling for the integration of all civil and military institutions in northeastern Syria into the…

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Syrian Fact-finding Committee for Sectarian Killings Says No One Above the Law

Alawite Syrians, who fled the violence in western Syria, walk at the water of Nahr El Kabir, after the reported mass killings of Alawite minority members, in Akkar, Lebanon March 11, 2025. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir

Israeli Fire Kills Four Palestinians in Gaza, Amid New Ceasefire Talks

Mourners react during the funeral of Palestinians killed in an Israeli strike, in Gaza City, March 11, 2025. REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas

Oil Prices Climb, but Recession Fears and Tariffs Limit Gains

FILE - Pump jacks extract oil from beneath the ground in North Dakota, May 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Matthew Brown, File)

MWL Condemns Israeli Occupation's Electricity Cutoff in Gaza

Gold Drifts Higher ahead of US Inflation Data

An employee takes granules of 99.99 percent pure gold in a workroom during production at Krastsvetmet precious metals plant in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, Russia, May 23, 2024. REUTERS/Alexander Manzyuk/File Photo

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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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At Crown Prince’s Directives, Saudi Arabia Committed to Supporting Efforts to Resolve Ukraine-Russia Crisis

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Saudi Arabia, Korea Sign Memorandum of Cooperation to Enhance Space Collaboration

The memorandum seeks to foster cooperation in space activities by facilitating the exchange of information and technologies - SPA

MWL Condemns Israeli Occupation's Electricity Cutoff in Gaza

‘Decisive’ US-Ukraine Talks Kick off in Jeddah

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (2nd L), US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz (L), Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha (3rd R), Ukrainian Head of Presidential Office Andriy Yermak (2nd R), and Ukrainian Minister of Defense Rustem Umerovto (R) hold a meeting in Jeddah in the presence of Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah (3L) and Minister of State, Member of the Cabinet, and National Security Adviser Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban (C) on March 11, 2025. (AFP)

Saudi Arabia, Ukraine Laud their Strong Economic Ties

This handout photo released by the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) shows Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman accompanying Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a guard of honor at the Royal Palace in Jeddah on March 10, 2025. (Photo by SAUDI PRESS AGENCY / AFP)

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

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A person holds a flag as people celebrate after the Kurdish-led and US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) signed a deal agreeing to integrate into Syria's new state institutions, the Syrian presidency said on Monday, in Damascus, Syria March 11, 2025. (Reuters)

Türkiye's Erdogan Welcomes Deal between Kurdish Forces and Syrian Government

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Israel Agrees to Talks on Lebanon Border, Frees Five Lebanese

Israel Says Killed Hezbollah Member in Lebanon Strike

Syrian Fact-finding Committee for Sectarian Killings Says No One Above the Law

Israeli Fire Kills Four Palestinians in Gaza, Amid New Ceasefire Talks

Russia Says It Wants United and ‘Friendly’ Syria

10 March 2025, Syria, Latakia: A general view of the University Roundabout in the city of Latakia. (dpa)

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EU Wants to Increase Deportations and Supports ‘Return Hubs’ in Third Countries

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China, Iran and Russia Hold Joint Naval Drills in Mideast as Tensions Rise between Tehran and US

Iran’s President to Trump: I Will Not Negotiate, ‘Do Whatever the Hell You Want’

South Africa Bus Crash Kills 12, Dozens Hurt

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

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

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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Oil Prices Climb, but Recession Fears and Tariffs Limit Gains

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 13:21

Gold Drifts Higher ahead of US Inflation Data

Dollar Dithers as Safety Bid Flows to the Yen

US Dollar and Euro banknotes are seen in this illustration taken July 17, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/ File Photo

Struggling Japanese Automaker Nissan Replaces CEO

FILE PHOTO: Makoto Uchida, CEO of Nissan holds press conference on merger talks with Honda, in Tokyo, Japan, December 23, 2024. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo

Aramco CEO Calls for Rethinking Energy Transition Plans

Amin Nasser, CEO of Saudi Aramco. AFP file photo

Egypt's Headline Inflation Almost Halves in February

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

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Rare Islamic Treasures Goes on Display at Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah

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A historical mobile stairway that once provided access to the elevated door of the Holy Kaaba - SPA

Rare Islamic Treasures Goes on Display at Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah

The AlBidayah zone (The Beginning) at the Islamic Arts Biennale, themed "And all that is in Between," is held until May 25 at the Western Hajj Terminal of King…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 12:42

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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

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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…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 10/03 - 09:37

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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…

Asharq Al Awsat (Makkah) Sunday 09/03 - 06:40

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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…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 06/03 - 13:10

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Argentina Puts 7 of Maradona’s Healthcare Professionals on Trial

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A woman walks past murals depicting late Argentine football legend Diego Maradona outside Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, home of the Argentine football team Argentinos Juniors at La Paternal neighborhood in Buenos Aires on March 10, 2025. (AFP)

Argentina Puts 7 of Maradona’s Healthcare Professionals on Trial

An Argentine court started on Tuesday its trial of seven healthcare professionals accused of negligence in the death of football great Diego Maradona, at age…

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Soccer Football - Women's FA Cup - Quarter Final - Manchester City v Aston Villa - Manchester City Academy Stadium, Manchester, Britain - March 9, 2025 Manchester City players celebrate after the match Action Images via Reuters/Ed Sykes/File Photo

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Man City Begin Work on 10-million-pound Training Facility for Women's Team

Manchester City will build a training facility for their Women's Super League side at the City Football Academy training center, the English club said on…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 12:24

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Cadillac F1 Team Has at Least Six Drivers on 2026 Short-list

The Cadillac team set to debut in Formula One next year has at least six names on a list of potential drivers and will decide on merit, principal Graeme Lowdon…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 12:20

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FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FA Cup - Fifth Round - Manchester United v Fulham - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - March 2, 2025 General view inside the stadium before the match REUTERS/Phil Noble/File Photo

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Manchester United Announce Plans for New 100,000-seat Stadium

Manchester United on Tuesday announced plans to build a new 100,000-capacity stadium that co-owner Jim Ratcliffe said would be the "world's greatest" football…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 11:06

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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

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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…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 07:00

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Riyadh Season Receives Media Excellence Award

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Riyadh Season Receives Media Excellence Award

Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary presented the General Entertainment Authority's Riyadh Season with the Media Excellence Award on Monday. This took…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 12:32

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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)

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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…

Tuesday 11/03 - 09:43

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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…

Tuesday 11/03 - 08:30

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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…

Tuesday 11/03 - 07:58

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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…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 11/03 - 07:23

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