Saudi King and Crown Prince Condole Kuwait
In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed their deepest condolences to the Emir of Kuwait on Monday following the passing of Sheikh More »
Putin and Abbas Discuss Gaza Crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Tuesday during Abbas’ visit to Russia. Arriving on Monday, Abbas aims to discuss the ongoing Gaza conflict with More »
Saudi Arabia Voices Strong Support for Gaza Peace Initiatives
Saudi Arabia has firmly aligned itself with the recent joint statement made by President Joe Biden of the United States, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, More »
Saudi Crown Prince, US Secretary of Defense discuss troop deployment
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Wednesday from the US Secretary of Defense during which they discussed ongoing arrangements to send US troops of a More »
Saudi Energy Minister confirms restoration of Kingdom’s gas production capacity
:: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy confirmed on Wednesday the restoration of production capacity, affirming the Kingdom’s position as a reliable energy supplier in the global market. The energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz More »
Record 12,000 candidates register for Iran’s February election
Almost 12,000 candidates have registered for Iran’s February parliamentary election, state television said on Saturday, breaking participation records at a time of political uncertainty in the Islamic Republic. President Hassan Rouhani, a centrist who won election by a landslide in
Pope slams destruction of cultural heritage
Pope Francis on Friday used his Christmas message to denounce the destruction of cultural heritage, in a clear reference to ISIS. He said “atrocities” committed by ISIS “do not even spare the historical and cultural patrimony of entire peoples.” ISIS
Turkish civilians stuck in urban war zone in southeast
Tens of thousands of civilians in southeast Turkey have been caught in the middle as government forces and Kurdish militants battle it out in urban areas – violence that has shattered hopes of reviving peace talks. Turkish security forces launched
Muslim prayer hall ransacked on French island
Demonstrators ransacked a Muslim prayer hall and attempted to burn copies of the Quran on the French island of Corsicay, police said, following a night of violence that left two firefighters injured. Tensions had mounted in Ajaccio on Christmas Day
Evacuation of Syrian ISIS militants from Damascus delayed
A U.N.-sponsored deal to evacuate more than 2,000 ISIS militants and other militants from rebel-held parts of south Damascus has been delayed, a monitor of the war said on Saturday, after a rebel commander was killed. Coaches has been due
Heroic nurse saved 7 babies from blaze
The Jazan hospital tragedy saw some heroic acts from staff at the hospital, including nurse Amirah Ismail, who along with colleagues, risked their lives to save seven children who had been in the nursery when the fire broke out on
Iraqi forces in fierce battles with ISIS in Ramadi
Iraqi forces on Saturday clashed with diehard ISIS militants defending the former government complex in the heart of the city of Ramadi, later claiming control over Al-Hoz neighborhood in the western city, Al Arabiya News Channel correspondent reported. After a
Cleanup begins from southern US storms that left 14 dead
Recovery crews and utility workers began cleaning up widespread damage on Thursday left by severe storms that spawned tornadoes across six states in the US South and Midwest, killing at least 14 people and destroying scores of homes. Emergency declarations
Erdogan warns against Mideast sectarian divisions
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has told Al Arabiya News Channel that the Middle East is suffering from sectarian plots to divide the region. In a preview of the interview with the leader, to be aired fully on Sunday, Erdogan
Israeli police shoot dead alleged Jerusalem knife attacker
A man tried to stab an Israeli police officer on Saturday near Jerusalem’s Old City and was killed, a police spokeswoman said. “Police officers spotted a man who aroused their suspicions and approached him to check,” she said, adding that
Israel law renews hot debate on army service for ultra-Orthodox
When a rabbi showed up at a synagogue in Israeli military uniform, David Croise and others there were not impressed. He denies they assaulted him, but admits they shouted him down. The incident last year led to the arrest of
Hollywood celebrities speak out on migrant crisis
As Europe grapples with its biggest migrant crisis in recent history, Hollywood celebrities are rallying to raise awareness about the issue and lashing out at calls to turn away refugees. Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon this month became the latest star
Finding the ‘Joy’ in Jennifer Lawrence’s new movie
Award-winning director David O. Russell’s latest movie “Joy” is about a woman finding happiness in life despite everyday obstacles. But the word might also be used to sum up Russell’s relationship with Jennifer Lawrence, the actress he calls his muse,
Downey pardoned for drug conviction
California Gov. Jerry Brown pardoned “Iron Man” film star Robert Downey Jr. for drug and weapons offenses during the 1990s, a largely symbolic gesture that leaves the actor’s criminal record intact but restores his right to serve on a jury.
Tarantino gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Oscar-winning filmmaker Quentin Tarantino got his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, just days before the release of his latest movie “The Hateful Eight.” Tarantino recalled to a crowd that had gathered for the event outside the
Janet halts tour to have surgery
Pop superstar Janet Jackson has announced a temporary halt to her global tour to undergo surgery for an unspecified condition, raising fears for her health. Jackson, 49, who has returned with an extensive global tour after several years of relative
Bylaw for antiquities, urban heritage and museums approved
Prince Sultan Bin Salman, president of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH), has approved the executive regulations for antiquities, urban heritage and museums, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday. The board of directors of SCTH had
Surprise stopover or a sudden shift?
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a surprise stopover in Pakistan on Friday to meet his counterpart, Nawaz Sharif, the first time an Indian premier has visited the rival nation in over a decade. State TV footage showed an Indian
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