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Agreement Signed to Establish Saudi Arabia’s 1st Integrated Steel Plate Manufacturing Complex

Saudi Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd. (Baosteel), the world’s leading steel conglomerate, and the Public Investment Fund (PIF) signed on Monday a shareholders’ agreement to establish an integrated steel plate manufacturing complex in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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Pas de Chat: Lagerfeld’s Cat Choupette Won’t Be at Met Gala

The late Karl Lagerfeld's fluffy pampered cat, Choupette, is a star in her own right — and still very much alive. So, naturally, there was much chatter about whether the fashion designer's muse would attend Monday's Met Gala honoring him — but the cat took to Instagram to dispel rumors…

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Emiri Decree Issued to Dissolve Kuwaiti Parliament

Kuwait's news agency KUNA said on Monday that an Emiri decree had been issued to dissolve the parliament. The cabinet submitted the decree to the Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al Sabah earlier on Monday, according to a previous statement by KUNA. Sheikh Mishal had in April announced that…

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Egypt Prequalifies 17 Consortia for its Water Desalination Program

Egypt has prequalified 17 consortia for the tendering process for the development of a number of sea water desalination plants, according to a statement released by Sovereign Fund of Egypt on Monday. The desalination plants will be powered by renewable energy sources in various locations across Egypt under the first…

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Israeli Opposition Leader Says No Progress on Judicial Overhaul Talks

Israeli parties have made no progress towards a compromise over the government's bitterly disputed judicial overhaul package after a month of meetings, Benny Gantz, head of the largest opposition party, said on Monday. The planned overhaul, which would give the government control over naming judges to the Supreme Court and…

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Jordan FM: Regional Talks with Syria Step toward Solution

Jordan's top diplomat said on Monday that regional talks with Syria are a step in the right direction to end a decade of the war-torn country’s political isolation and bring Damascus back into the Arab fold. Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi's remarks came as Jordan hosted a meeting of envoys…

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Russia’s Prigozhin Renews Appeal for More Ammunition to Seize City of Bakhmut

The head of the Wagner private militia on Monday renewed his appeal to Russia's defense ministry to increase ammunition shipments to his fighters trying to seize the city of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine. Yevgeny Prigozhin has frequently clashed with Moscow's defense establishment over the conduct of Russia's campaign in Ukraine…

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Sudan Humanitarian Crisis Turning Into ‘Full Blown Catastrophe’, Warns UN Official

The United Nations humanitarian coordinator in Sudan warned on Monday that the humanitarian crisis in the country was turning into a "full blown catastrophe" and that the risk of spillover into neighboring countries was worrisome. "It has been more than two weeks of devastating fighting in Sudan, a conflict that…

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Aerosmith Announces Farewell Tour Starting in September

Aerosmith will be touring a city near you for the last time to celebrate the rock band's 50-plus years together. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band announced Monday the dates for their farewell tour called “Peace Out” starting Sept. 2 in Philadelphia. The 40-date run of shows, which…

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From Caviar to Cardboard Cutouts, Businesses Hope for Coronation Boost

Businesses are seeking to entice royal fans with a slew of products marking the coronation of Britain's new monarch. Mugs, plates, tea towels, magnets, cushions and teddy bears are staple memorabilia for royal occasions and an array of these to mark King Charles' coronation on May 6 are already filling…

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OIC to Hold Emergency Meeting on Sudan

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation will hold an emergency meeting on Wednesday to address the developments in Sudan. The meeting will be held at the request of Saudi Arabia, the current president of the OIC summit. The meeting will be held at the OIC’s headquarters in the Saudi coastal city…

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Lebanon Develops Plan to Deport Syrian Prisoners

The Lebanese caretaker government of Prime Minister Najib Mikati has developed a plan to deport Syrian prisoners, despite faltering in developing political and legal mechanisms to return the displaced back to their home country. The ministerial committee tasked with following up on the return of the displaced tasked Justice Minister…

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Plenty of Pole Positions for Leclerc, but Few Wins

Charles Leclerc is the first driver in Formula One history to win the pole position in two qualifying sessions on the same weekend. He didn't come close to winning either race — the story of his career. Leclerc has a talent for outperforming in an imperfect car — like this…

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Fraught US-Israel Ties on Display as Knesset Reconvenes

Israeli lawmakers reconvene Monday after a month-long parliament recess, resuming the fight over a contentious government plan to overhaul the judiciary that has split Israelis and drawn concern from Israel's most important ally, the United States. The tensions will be on full display when the highest-ranking Republican politician in the…

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Klopp Says Referee Tierney Has Something ‘Against’ Liverpool

Juergen Klopp accused referee Paul Tierney of having something "against" Liverpool after their thrilling 4-3 Premier League win over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Liverpool led 3-0 after 15 minutes but were pegged back to 3-3 when Richarlison headed past Alisson in stoppage time, with Klopp protesting a free-kick awarded to…

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Syrian Refugees Deported from Lebanon Face Arrest, Conscription, Say Relatives

Syrian refugees detained by security forces in Lebanon and deported have been subject to arrest and forced conscription upon return to their war-ravaged homeland, their relatives and rights advocates have told Reuters. Some said their loved ones were being held by the Syrian army's Fourth Division, which is headed by…

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Kasatkina Thankful Russian Players Still Able to Compete

Daria Kasatkina said she is thankful that Russian tennis players are still able to compete in international tournaments while other sports have banned them due to the war in Ukraine. Tennis, unlike many other sports, did not introduce a blanket ban on players from Russia and its ally Belarus after…

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Saudi Arabia Explores Financing New Type for Logistics Sector

Saudi Arabia is currently conducting a technical study to provide public companies in the logistics services sector with new funding for “build to suit” warehouse construction projects due to the high demand for this type of loan. Specializing in providing commercial property lessees with an agreement with a developer or…

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Kane Says Spurs’ Slow Starts ‘Unacceptable'

Tottenham Hotspur have frequently spoken about the need to tighten up their leaky defense over the last few weeks but striker Harry Kane said it is time to put words into action after they coughed up early goals again on Sunday. Liverpool were 3-0 up inside 15 minutes at Anfield…

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Hollywood Writers Strike Looms as Deadline Nears

Hollywood faced a cliffhanger moment Monday as talks to avert a potentially catastrophic strike by thousands of TV and movie writers remained unresolved just hours before a crunch deadline. Major studios and networks including Disney and Netflix are locked in talks with the powerful Writers Guild of America (WGA), which…

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Saudi CMA Waives Sukuk, Bonds Trading Commission to Develop Market

Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) on Sunday announced waiving its share in sukuk and bonds trading commission starting from May 2023. This step comes as part of the efforts to reduce costs on market participants in a way that enhances liquidity, increases competitiveness in the local market and expands…

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Qatar's Trade Balance Surplus Drops 19.6%

Qatar Planning and Statistics Authority issued its preliminary report on foreign trade statistics for March, which showed a decline in the merchandise trade balance surplus of 19.6 percent in March on an annual basis. Total exports of goods, including exports of goods of domestic origin and re-exports, amounted to approximately…

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Israeli FM to Visit Brussels Aiming to Change EU Positions on Iran, Middle East

Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen announced that he would fly to Brussels on Tuesday to meet several EU leaders, including European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, after previously stating that he wasn't welcome in Israel. Israel wants to open a new page in relations, eyeing to secure European support…

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On May Day, Workers Rally for Better Labor Conditions

A large number of workers and activists globally marked May Day on Monday with rallies calling for higher salaries, reduced working hours and other better working conditions. May Day, which falls on May 1, is observed in many countries as a day to celebrate workers’ rights with rallies, marches and…

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Djibouti FM to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Are Seeking Meeting with Representatives of Burhan, Hemedti

Djiboutian Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf revealed that the presidents of Djibouti, South Sudan, and Kenya are anticipating a cessation of hostilities in Sudan. He also said the heads of states are hoping that “formal and effective” mediation prevails between Sudan’s warring factions. Clashes between the Sudanese army and the…

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