Sudan fighting in its 23rd day: A list of key events Fighting continues as warring sides begin pre-negotiation talks with Saudi Arabia and the US as mediators. Al Jazeera · May 7, 2023
Fighting in Khartoum as mediators seek end to Sudan conflict Fighting could be heard in south Khartoum on Sunday as envoys from Sudan's warring parties met in Saudi Arabia for talks that international mediators hope will bring an end to a three-week-old conflict that has killed hundreds and triggered an exodus. Reuters · May 7, 2023
PSG issue clear response to Lionel Messi's grovelling apology after suspension Lionel Messi is not part of the Paris Saint-Germain squad who will travel to Troyes this weekend in Ligue 1 despite issuing an apology for an unsanctioned Saudi Arabia trip Daily Mirror · May 6, 2023
First Haj flight from Telangana likely on June 7 The Telangana State Haj Committee (TSHC) will make all arrangements for pilgrims from across the State at the Haj House, where they would stay ahead of their departure to Saudi Arabia. The Hindu · May 6, 2023
U.S., Saudi Arabia, others to discuss possible railway project connecting Middle East The network of railways would also be connected to India via shipping lanes from ports in the region. Axios · May 6, 2023
Sudan's rival military factions are meeting for in-person talks for the first time Members of the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces are meeting in Saudi Arabia in the first in-person talks since the two began vying for control back in April. WEKU · May 6, 2023
Sudan's warring sides begin talks amid pressure to end fighting Sudan’s warring sides were beginning talks Saturday that aim to firm up a shaky cease-fire after three weeks of fierce fighting that has killed hundreds and pushed the African country to the brink of collapse, the United States and Saudi Arabia said. France 24 · May 6, 2023
Lionel Messi left out of PSG squad for Troyes game despite apology for Saudi Arabia trip The Argentine attacker apologised to the club and his team-mates after he missed training, but will play no part in Sunday's game FourFourTwo · May 6, 2023
Rival Sudan factions meet in Saudi Arabia as pressure mounts US-Saudi-led initiative in Jeddah is the first serious attempt to end fighting that has thrown Sudan into chaos. Al Jazeera · May 6, 2023
Florentino Perez's thoughts on Cristiano Ronaldo's Real Madrid comeback amid Saudi doubt Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Al-Nassr has been the subject of debate, and the Portugal star has been urged to return to former club Real Madrid if he leaves Saudi Arabia Daily Mirror · May 6, 2023
Sudan envoys begin talks amid pressure to end conflict The U.S. and Saudi Arabia say that Sudan's warring sides are beginning talks aimed at firming up a shaky cease-fire after three weeks of fierce fighting that has killed hundreds and pushed Sudan to the brink of collapse The Independent UK · May 6, 2023
Saudi Arabia volunteers to broker peace between Sudan’s rival forces Khartoum residents caught between government and rebel forces have a glimmer of hope thanks to Saudi-mediated talks The New Daily · May 6, 2023
Sudan paramilitary RSF to attend Jeddah talks with armed forces Envoys from Sudan's warring military factions - the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces - were in Jeddah for talks on Saturday, Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said, as international mediators pressed for an end to the three-week old conflict. Reuters · May 6, 2023
'We all know': Former team-mate Sergio Aguero hints at Lionel Messi Barcelona return rather than mega Saudi Arabia payout Sergio Aguero has known Lionel Messi since they were teenagers, and has been talking up a move back to Barcelona this summer after PSG fallout FourFourTwo · May 6, 2023
The Hindu · May 5, 2023 Messi apologises to PSG for Saudi trip French media reported that Messi was suspended for two weeks after an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia when he was supposed to train with the squad
The Independent UK · May 5, 2023 Sudan’s warring sides send envoys for talks in Saudi Arabia Sudanese officials say that the country's two warring generals have sent their envoys to Saudi Arabia for talks aimed at firming up a shaky cease-fire after three weeks of fierce fighting that has killed hundreds and pushed Sudan to the brink of collapse
Radio France Internationale · May 5, 2023 Messi says sorry for absence from PSG training Lionel Messi on Friday apologised to his Paris Saint-Germain bosses, teammates and fans for skipping training on Monday to pursue a promotional trip to Saudi Arabia.
Manchester Evening News · May 5, 2023 Manchester United fans raise Cristiano Ronaldo point after Lionel Messi's PSG apology Lionel Messi has been suspended by PSG after he went on an unsanctioned trip to Saudi Arabia, with fans comparing the incident to Cristiano Ronaldo's Man United departure
Reuters · May 5, 2023 Israel hoping for breakthrough with Saudis during US security advisor visit -official Israel is hoping for a breakthrough this weekend in efforts to normalize ties with Saudi Arabia during White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan's visit there, a senior security official said on Friday.
The Independent UK · May 5, 2023 Lionel Messi makes public apology to PSG after unauthorised Saudi Arabia trip The Argentinian was reportedly fined and suspended by the Ligue 1 leaders.
The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2023 Lionel Messi makes public apology to PSG for taking Saudi Arabia trip Lionel Messi has apologised to Paris Saint-Germain and his teammates and is ‘waiting to hear what the club want to do with me’
Evening Standard · May 5, 2023 Lionel Messi admits uncertainty over PSG future as he delivers response to suspension for Saudi Arabia trip Lionel Messi has apologised for his trip to Saudi Arabia, which resulted in him being suspended by PSG.
The Independent UK · May 5, 2023 Lionel Messi reacts after PSG suspension for Saudi Arabia trip Messi was suspended for two weeks after a trip to Saudi Arabia
The Conversation · May 5, 2023 Sudan's conflict will have a ripple effect in an unstable region - and across the world Sudan, Africa’s third largest country by land mass, shares borders with seven countries in an unstable region. This means that Sudan’s current conflict will have economic, social and political ripple effects across a number of countries, including the Central African Republic, Egypt, Libya, Chad, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Eritrea.
Daily Mirror · May 5, 2023 Lionel Messi breaks silence with apology to teammates after being hit with PSG suspension Lionel Messi is now set for an uncomfortable situation with current employers Paris Saint-Germain after being suspended by the Ligue 1 giants following a unsanctioned trip to Saudi Arabia