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Prominent Journalist Rajeh Khoury Passes Away

Prominent Lebanese journalist Rajeh Khoury passed away on Friday after a battle with illness, leaving behind a long professional career that has enriched the Lebanese and regional media, including Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper. An-Nahar newspaper mourned on Friday the death of Khoury, saying that it has lost one of its “pillars…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 28, 2022

Dispute over Govt Formation Looms in Lebanon

A political dispute is looming on the horizon in Lebanon over the shape of the new government. The country is sharply divided between parties that want the formation of a majority government and another that wants the establishment of a national unity cabinet that brings together all groups represented at…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 24, 2022

Erbil Requests a UN Envoy to Organize Relations with Iraq

The Presidency of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq announced that the Security Council approved a request submitted by Erbil to send a UN envoy to organize the relationship with Baghdad and find radical solutions for their differences. The Presidency said in a statement that Council members expressed their support of…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 22, 2022

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Saudi Quarterly Budget Registers Record Surplus

Official data released on Sunday showed that the Saudi budget for the first quarter of 2022 recorded a surplus of SR 57.4 billion ($15.3 billion dollars). The Saudi Ministry of Finance announced the actual general budget for the first quarter of 2022, noting that the Kingdom collected revenues of SR…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 16, 2022

Yemeni Military Commander Survives Assassination Attempt in Aden

A Yemeni military commander survived on Sunday an assassination attempt in the interim capital Aden. Commander of joint operations at the Aden-based 4th Military Zone Saleh Ali Hassan's convoy was the target of a car bombing as it was traveling the main street in the al-Maala district. His armored vehicle…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 16, 2022

Back from the Dead: Syria Amnesty Releases Prisoners Once Declared Deceased

The recent amnesty in Syria led to the release of prisoners who had been declared dead to their families. The detainees were released following a presidential amnesty for those accused of "terrorist crimes". Sources told Asharq Al-Awsat that the relatives of a man, Z.M., who had been imprisoned for 10…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 15, 2022

Ragan to Asharq Al-Awsat: Yemen Needs $2 Billion Annually to Secure Food

United Nations World Food Program Representative in Yemen Richard Ragan confirmed that the recent UN-sponsored truce in Yemen had brought hope to Yemenis and eased the movement of humanitarian organizations and the distribution of aid. Ragan hoped the ceasefire would be permanent. In exclusive statements to Asharq Al-Awsat, Ragan described…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 12, 2022

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Washington Links Aid to Sudan to Transition to Civilian Rule

Washington informed head of Sudan’s Sovereign Transitional Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan that the United States and international aid to Sudan hinges on the country’s transition to civilian rule. A State Department Secretary spokesman told Asharq Al-Awsat that Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Molly Phee held a phone call with Burhan…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 10, 2022

Lebanese Vow 'Revenge' against Ruling Elite at the Ballot Boxes

Joe, a Lebanese man in his 30s, is determined to "seek revenge" against his country's ruling elite by voting for forces of change and the opposition in Sunday's parliamentary elections. Joe, who hails from the region of Jezzine, east of the southern city of Sidon, told Asharq Al-Awsat: "I want…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 10, 2022

Hundreds Gathering in Damascus Await Prisoners Freed in Amnesty

Families of prisoners held for years in Syrian jails are closely watching the implementation of the presidential decree giving a general amnesty to people convicted on terrorism charges. The amnesty excludes acts that have led to killings. Families from the Syrian opposition are weary that the exclusion could mean that…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 5, 2022

Saudi Arabia Takes Rapid Steps to Export Solar Panels Worldwide

Desert Technologies’ Chief Commercial Officer Majid Refae confirmed that Saudi Arabia is offering several programs that support Saudi manufacturers and facilitate the export of solar panels to all countries of the world. In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Refae revealed that the Kingdom has set its priorities for green energy…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 5, 2022

Hezbollah Pressures Another Shiite Candidate to Withdraw from Electoral Race

Pressure continues on the Shiite candidates in the Baalbek-Hermel district, where the Lebanese Forces party is leading an electoral battle against the Shiite duo, represented by Hezbollah and the Amal Movement. Candidate Rifaat Al-Masry is the third Shiite candidate to announce his withdrawal from the electoral race, following a similar…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 29, 2022

Turkey 'Deports' Palestinian Activists

Turkey has reportedly deported several Palestinian activists from the Hamas Movement and other Interpol-wanted persons for committing criminal acts, informed sources said on Thursday. The sources, who spoke to Asharq Al-Awsat on condition of anonymity, neither confirmed nor denied Israeli reports claiming the Turkish authorities' deported dozens of Hamas members…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 28, 2022

Senior Diplomatic Sources: An Iran Nuclear Deal is Still Possible

Despite the clear impasse in negotiations to revive the nuclear agreement between the West and Iran, it appears that there is still hope. Senior diplomatic sources close to the Vienna talks voiced their belief to Asharq Al-Awsat that it was still “possible” to strike a deal. Delegations participating in the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 27, 2022

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Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 26, 2022

Head of Yemen Reconciliation Commission to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Are Keen on Peace, Stability

Head of the Consultations and Reconciliation Commission of the Yemen Presidential Leadership Council (PLC), Mohammed al-Ghaithi revealed that the body will work on preserving the unity of all forces and political powers. In his first remarks to the media since his appointment, he told Asharq Al-Awsat that the PLC will…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 23, 2022

Sisi’s Calls For Dialogue Receive Wide Welcome In Egypt

Political and media circles in Egypt welcomed Friday President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi’s call for a political dialogue among the country’s political forces. At a meeting held a day earlier with journalists and talk show hosts, the Egyptian President said his country needs a comprehensive political dialogue compatible with the notion of…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 21, 2022

Aden Launches Development ‘Battle’ in Freed Governorates

A new battle for restoring Yemen was launched in the war-torn country’s interim capital, Aden.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 19, 2022

New Demographics Alter Syria's Identity

The long years of war in Syria did not only leave behind millions of victims and vast destruction, but also created new demographic realities that changed the identity of areas nationwide. In the Syrian capital’s southern countryside lies a town, Sit Zaynab, which is home to the Shrine of Sayyida…

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Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 18, 2022

Iraqi Officials: No Proof of Mossad Base in Erbil

No evidence has been found that supports Tehran's claims that Israel's foreign intelligence agency, the Mossad, operated a permanent spy station in the Kurdish city of Erbil in northern Iraq, two Iraqi officials told Asharq al-Awsat on Monday, discussing the country's investigation into a March 13 missile attack by Iran’s…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 18, 2022

Mitsubishi to Transfer Hydrogen Technology, Ammonia, High-Efficiency Equipment to Saudi Arabia

Koichi Nakagawa, Research Director and Chief Consultant at the Mitsubishi Research Institute (MRI) Middle East, revealed that Mitsubishi is planning to launch a number of understandings in Riyadh to strengthen partnerships with Saudi government agencies in the field of research and consultancy. These understandings would help transfer knowledge and technologies…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 16, 2022

Russia Mediates to End Siege on Kurdish Neighborhoods in Aleppo

Russia is mediating in the crisis between the Autonomous Administration and the Syrian government, aiming to lift the siege on Kurdish neighborhoods in the northern province of Aleppo and Qamishli, according to Kurdish sources. An official said that the government is now in control of the departments operated by the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 15, 2022

Power Crisis, Rising Prices Deprive Lebanese of Suhoor Ambiance

Ramadan is known for its special Suhoor time, during which friends and family gather for fun. It’s also an unmissable time for prayer and rest after a long day for many fasters. But today, with the absence of electricity in Lebanon, Suhoor ambiance and preparations are not the same, as…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 12, 2022

Nissan: Dynamism of Saudi, UAE Markets a Key Factor for Company’s Regional Growth

Nissan’s Chairperson for the region of Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania (AMIEO) Guillaume Cartier said the vehicle market in Saudi and the United Arab Emirates will witness growth in the coming period thanks to favorable government policies that attract investments. In an exclusive interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Cartier…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 12, 2022

Houthis Hike Fuel Prices in Spite of Shipments from Hodeidah

Yemenis living under Houthi rule were hopeful that the oil crisis created by the Iran-backed militias would come to an end with the legitimate government allowing oil shipments to arrive at Hodeidah, but instead the Houthis have hiked oil prices in their territories. The Houthis are selling a 20-liter can…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2022

Nissan: Dynamism of Saudi, UAE Markets a Key Factor for Company’s Regional Growth

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