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Ukraine Hopes For At Least 'Partial Ceasefire' At Saudi Talks

Ukraine hopes to secure at least a partial ceasefire at upcoming talks in Saudi Arabia, during which US officials will meet separately with Russian and Ukrainian delegations, a senior Ukrainian source told AFP on Friday.

International Business Times

First migrant worker dies building a World Cup stadium in Saudi Arabia

Muhammad Arshad, from Pakistan, was a foreman building Aramco Stadium in Al Khobar, one of 11 new venues for 2034

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia Frees Prisoners In Apparent Easing Of Crackdown

Last year, Saudi teacher Asaad al-Ghamdi was given 20 years in prison for criticising the government online -- one of a wave of heavy sentences that drew international condemnation.

International Business Times

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Ukraine war briefing: Trump says minerals deal with Kyiv to be signed ‘very shortly’

Zelenskyy says he will not discuss US ownership of Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station; US to hold separate meetings with Russian and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia. What we know on day 1,122

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine, Russia to hold talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia next week

Kyiv and Moscow confirm attendance at separate talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia set for Monday.

Al Jazeera

French happiness at record low in annual UN wellbeing report

France has recorded its worst-ever position in the annual UN World Happiness Report, placing 33rd behind Saudi Arabia and just ahead of Singapore. This marks a significant decline for the country, which previously achieved its highest position at 20th place.

Radio France Internationale

Downing Street welcomes Trump’s ceasefire deal progress after Zelensky call

The US president had suggested during the call that America takes ownership of Ukrainian power plants to ensure their security, the White House said.

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What’s new for F1 Academy in 2025?

F1 Academy is entering its third season in 2025, after a successful 2024 campaign, which saw Abbi Pulling take the title in dominant fashion. As the series’ visibility and popularity has continued to grow, there are some changes taking place for this season, which look to provide more opportunities for…

Autosport

Darwin Nunez explains 'slump' in form for Liverpool as makes admission over goalscoring record

The 25-year-old has been linked with a big-money move to Saudi Arabia

Evening Standard

Dougie Freedman lined up for job in Saudi Arabia following Crystal Palace exit

Freedman set for ‘multi-discipline’ role that will see him link up with a club in Saudi second division

Evening Standard

Dougie Freedman leaves Crystal Palace role for move to Saudi Arabia second tier

Dougie Freedman has left his role as Crystal Palace sporting director and is poised take a role at Al-Diriyah, owned by Saudi Arabia’s PIF

The Guardian - UK

Newcastle and the Saudi Arabia question no one wants to ask

The end of Newcastle’s 70-year wait for domestic silverware was a classic tale of sporting romance - but the topic of the club’s ownership has to be included in the story

The Independent UK

Middle Eastern monarchies in Sudan’s war: what’s driving their interests

The civil war in Sudan that began in April 2023 involves several external actors. The conflict pits the Sudanese Armed Forces against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in a quest for political and economic power. The situation has created one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Various foreign states have…

The Conversation

Saudi Arabia Speeds Up Gaming Hub Vision As It Acquires 'Pokemon Go' Game Developer for £2.7 Billion

The deal also strengthens Scopely's portfolio, making it one of the few companies with two top ten mobile games alongside Monopoly GO.

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The Conversation

Saudi Arabia’s role as Ukraine war mediator advances Gulf nation’s diplomatic rehabilitation − and boosts its chances of a seat at the table should Iran-US talks resume

Saudi Arabia is 2,000 miles from Ukraine and even more politically distant, so at first glance it might seem like it has nothing to do with the ongoing war there. But the Gulf state has emerged as a key intermediary in the most serious ceasefire negotiations since Russia invaded its…

The Independent UK

Killer wife hid body of dead husband in bushes of their garden

Maureen Rickards directed oblivious gardeners to dump grass under her shrubs knowing it would help cover her husband’s body

The Independent UK

Putin says ‘yes’ to ceasefire – but lays down impossible terms for Ukraine

Russian president endorses proposal that experts say would amount to surrender by Volodymyr Zelensky and Kyiv

PC Gamer

Saudi Arabia buys Pokémon GO maker for $3.5 billion with a 'B'

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Cycling News

Looming IOC election and RCS sitting on the fence - Why Saudi Arabia's massive One Cycling investment still hangs in the balance

One Cycling slowed by David Lappartient's IOC election bid, but perhaps ready to launch as March 20 D-day nears

The Conversation

Why Russia’s armed forces have proven resilient in the war in Ukraine

Ukraine has agreed to a United States proposal of a 30-day ceasefire in its war with Russia following talks with United States officials in Saudi Arabia.

The Independent UK

Watch live: Zelensky holds news conference after US-Ukraine ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia

Watch live as Volodymyr Zelensky holds a news conference on Wednesday (12 March) after US and Ukraine ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia.

Sports Illustrated

Dana White, Turki Alalshikh Aiming to Upend Boxing’s Fractured Foundation

UFC’s CEO and the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector are forming a new boxing promotion that could have the power to boost a sport that’s declined in popularity and legitimacy.

The Conversation

US and Ukraine sign 30-day ceasefire proposal – now the ball is in Putin’s court

Less than a fortnight after Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky had their now-notorious row in the Oval Office and US-Ukrainian relations appeared irretrievably damaged, the two countries have reached an agreement. After nine hours of negotiations behind closed doors in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, negotiators signed off on a US proposal…

Al Jazeera

Ukraine accepts 30-day ceasefire in US talks: What it means for Russia war

The US has resumed military aid and intelligence sharing to Ukraine under a ceasefire deal awaiting Putin’s approval.

Evening Standard

What is in the Ukraine-US ceasefire deal that Britain and Trump want Russia to agree to?

Britain urges Vladimir Putin to get onside with deal after talks in Saudi Arabia

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