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Archbishop of Vienna Stresses Importance of Makkah Document in Confronting Hatred

Cardinal Christoph Schönborn, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Vienna, praised Saudi Arabia’s efforts to dissociate the Islamic religion from the phenomena of terrorism and isolation, stressing the importance of the Makkah Document in confronting hatred and extremist ideas and spreading tolerance and coexistence. During an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat in Riyadh,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia's art scene is exploding, but who benefits?

Saudi Arabia is making a major push to become an arts and entertainment destination, but is the effort succeeding in overcoming the kingdom's conservative image?

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Saudi, British Defense Ministers Sign Agreement on Riyadh’s Participation in FCAS

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman held talks in Riyadh on Wednesday with UK Secretary of State for Defense Ben Wallace. In a series of tweets, Prince Khalid said they reviewed “the strategic relations between our two countries. We discussed our military and defense cooperation and ways to strengthen…

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Santosh Trophy: Meghalaya fight back to stun Punjab 2-1, enter maiden final

NEW DELHI: It's a matter of great pride for Indian football as the national championships Santosh Trophy finally made its debut on the foreign land with Meghalaya staging a fine comeback 2-1 win over former champions Punjab in the semifinals at the King Fahd International International Stadium in Riyadh on…

The Times of India

Saudi Crown Prince, President of Eritrea Discuss Bilateral Ties in Riyadh

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met with President Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea on Wednesday in Riyadh, where the two leaders reviewed the bilateral relations between the two countries. They also discussed aspects of joint cooperation, regional developments and the efforts exerted towards them, state news agency SPA…

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Saudi Govt Hails Recommendations of 3rd Riyadh Int’l Humanitarian Forum

The Saudi government hailed on Tuesday the recommendations of the third Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum that was held last week. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The forum had recommended bolstering collective efforts in areas that can…

Asharq Al-Awsat

India’s lesser-known footballers set for a ball in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: It’s not always that India hosts its national championships on foreign soil. In fact, this is a first for any sport in the country.

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GCC Stresses Keenness on Consolidating Strategic Ties with Russia

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi held talks in Riyadh on Monday with Russian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Sergey Kozlov. Albudaiwi underscored the Gulf’s keenness on consolidating the strategic dialogue between the GCC and Russia in line with the memorandum of understanding they signed in 2011. The officials discussed…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Tommy Fury def. Jake Paul: Best photos from Saudi Arabia

Check out these photos of the Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury boxing pay-per-view headliner in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.

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Crown Prince Crowns Panthalasa as Saudi Cup 2023 Winner

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has crowned Japan’s Panthalasa as the winner of the 4th edition of the Saudi Cup 2023, the richest global horse racing event which was held at the King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh. During a ceremony on Saturday, the Crown Prince awarded Naoki Yoneyama, president…

Asharq Al-Awsat

MWL Secretary-General Meets with Archbishop of Vienna in Riyadh

Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Association of Muslim Scholars, Dr.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Jake Paul, Tommy Fury hit their marks ahead of Saudi showdown

NEW DELHI: The YouTube influencer-turned-prize fighter Jake Paul will face a recognized professional boxer for the first time on Sunday when he takes on Tommy Fury in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Tommy is the half-brother of world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.

The Times of India

Malaysian Foreign Minister: We Want to Take Part in Saudi Initiatives

Saudi Arabia is a vital partner for Malaysia, which is looking forward to working closely with the Kingdom in various fields, confirmed Malaysian Foreign Minister Zambry Abd Kadir. Kadir’s remark comes at a time when Kuala Lumpur seeks to expand strategic coordination and defense, technological and industrial cooperation with Riyadh.…

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Ahead of Founding Day, Saudi Govt Expresses Pride in Kingdom’s Historic Roots

The Saudi government expressed on Tuesday pride in the state’s roots ahead of Founding Day, which falls on Wednesday. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The government underscored the deep roots of the Saudi state that go…

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Saudi Crown Prince Receives Message from President of Costa Rica

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Tuesday a written message from President of Costa Rica Rodrigo Chaves. The message tackled the close bilateral ties that bind their countries and peoples and way to support and bolster them in various fields and on all levels. The…

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Asian Champions Al Hilal to Face Foolad as Al Shabab Meet Al Duhail

Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal will continue the defense of their Asian Champions League title against Foolad from Iran on Thursday while compatriots Al Shabab take on Al Duhail from Qatar. Riyadh-based Al Hilal, aiming to win the title for a record fifth time, were drawn to take on the team…

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Egyptian Financial Market Officials Meet with 20 Investment Firms in Saudi Arabia, UAE

An Egyptian delegation including senior executives from the Financial Regulatory Authority, Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) and Egyptian Exchange (EGX), have met with 20 investment institutions with large solvencies in Riyadh, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. The delegation is spearheading a Gulf tour aimed at attracting new investments after the Egyptian…

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Saudi Arabia to Host Global Ministerial Forum on Sport Values, Ethics and Integrity

The Global Ministerial Forum on Sport Values, Ethics, and Integrity is scheduled take place in Riyadh on Tuesday with broad international participation. UNESCO representatives, sports ministers from around the world, and senior sports figures and experts are set to attend. This forum is the first of its kind at the…

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Arab Gulf Program for Development, UNICEF Sign Cooperation Agreement

The Arab Gulf Program for Development (AGFUND) announced funding to support UNICEF's response to the cholera outbreak in Lebanon and to prevent the spread of waterborne diseases again. The agreement was signed in Riyadh on Monday by Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, Chairman of the Board of Directors of…

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Saudi, Malaysian FMs Discuss Boosting Bilateral Ties

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held talks in Riyadh on Monday with his Malaysian counterpart Dr. Zambry Abdul Kadir. The tackled cooperation between their countries and ways to develop it in all fields. They also discussed regional and international developments and efforts exerted towards them. The…

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Meghalaya create history on way to Riyadh

Set semis date with Punjab in Santosh Trophy semis

Asharq Al-Awsat

3rd Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum Kicks Off

Governor of Riyadh Region Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz attended on Monday the inauguration of the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum (RIHF3). The event is being held under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. It is organized by the King Salman Humanitarian…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Head of OCHA Donors: Int’l Consensus Found on Importance of Proactive Humanitarian Action

Aqeel bin Juman Al-Ghamdi, the head of the donor group supporting the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and Saudi Arabia’s representative to the group, said that many stakeholders in the international arena have come to agree on the importance of proactive humanitarian action. On the sidelines…

Daily Mirror

Cristiano Ronaldo moves into first family home in Saudi after leaving skyscraper hotel

Cristiano Ronaldo signed his money-spinning contract with Al-Nassr at the end of last year and has been settling into his new surroundings with his family making the move with him

The Independent UK

Following the Dakar Rally through Saudi Arabia: How to explore the kingdom from Ha’il to Riyadh

Saudi Arabia is now opening its arms to western travellers. Enticed by the Dakar Rally, Campbell Price discovers that much of the country’s appeal lies beyond the bivouac

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