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UN report warns increase in permanently dry land is 'redefining life on Earth'

Just over 75 percent of the world's land has been left "permanently drier" over the previous three decades, a UN-backed report has found. The data coincides with Cop16 talks on desertification held in Saudi Arabia until Friday.

Radio France Internationale

Saudi Arabia’s growing influence on sport ahead of 2034 World Cup host decision

Saudi Arabia is set to be officially awarded hosting rights for the 2034 men’s World Cup on Wednesday.

The National (Scotland)

Trump Organization Leases Brand For Saudi Real Estate Projects

Trump Organization partners with Dar Global for real estate projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, amidst controversies and international ventures.

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The silence surrounding Saudi Arabia World Cup confirmation reveals Fifa’s grand plan

Saudi Arabia have effectively been handed the 2034 tournament by blocking others’ avenues to bidding, appealing or preparing a case

The Independent UK

Lonely graves, scattered bones: the stark reality of one of the most overlooked and fastest-growing migration routes

Thousands of desperate migrants die in the desert and at sea, or fall victim to murderers and kidnappers, as they make their way along the ‘eastern corridor’ from Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia

The Guardian - UK

Socceroos aim to feel right at home for WC qualifier

With their hopes of direct World Cup qualification hanging in the balance, the Socceroos are eager to enjoy home comforts when they host Indonesia in Sydney.

AAP

'Humanising Saudi Football': Netflix Show Paves Way For World Cup

A new Netflix series on Saudi football features packed stadiums and top-flight talent, but whether it can curb criticism of Riyadh's bid to host World Cup 2034 is an open question.

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Qatar, Saudi, Iran, Iraq condemn Israel’s ‘dangerous’ land grab in Syria

Statements come as Israel continues to step up strikes across Syria after ouster of Bashar al-Assad’s government.

Al Jazeera

Keir Starmer says Saudi Arabia trip fulfils ‘number one mission’ to grow UK economy

PM defends ties between two countries and says he will be able to raise concerns about Saudi government’s human rights record

The Guardian - UK

Starmer defends seeking investment from ‘key partner’ Saudi Arabia

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was pressed to raise human rights concerns during his talks with Mohammad bin Salman

Evening Standard

Economic growth more important than human rights, Downing Street suggests

PM’s spokesperson says economic growth is ‘number one priority’ amid questions over human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Starmer has economy as top priority on Saudi trip amid human rights concerns

Sir Keir Starmer was meeting Mohammad bin Salman on the latest leg of his Middle East trip.

Evening Standard

OPINION - Refugees, chemical weapons, and warring factions — this is why Syria is the focus of the world

The speed with which the Assad dictatorship was overthrown has taken most external observers by surprise, including agencies from Russia, Iran, America, Britain and France. Those in the know were closer to the scene of the action – Turkey, Israel and Saudi Arabia – to name but three.

Evening Standard

Head of UN human rights promises advice to FIFA and Saudi Arabia over 2034 World Cup issues

The United Nations’ top human rights official has pledged to try to ensure migrant labor standards in Saudi Arabia are “properly respected” around soccer's 2034 World Cup

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Trump to launch two new Saudi Arabia projects weeks before White house return

Trump’s company struck real estate licensing deals overseas before he entered the White House in 2017

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Guns N' Roses announce 2025 tour dates including first-ever show in Saudi Arabia

Guns N' Roses will play 24 shows across the Middle East and Europe next summer

Benzinga

Apple Expands Retail Footprint In Saudi Arabia With Online Store Launch, Plans Multiple Flagship Locations

Apple announced ambitious expansion plans in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in its Middle East growth strategy. The tech giant will launch its first Arabic-language online store in the summer of 2025, followed by multiple flagship retail locations starting in 2026, according to a company announcement Sunday.

The Independent UK

Jamal Khashoggi’s widow urges Starmer to raise his murder at Saudi meeting

PM’s two-day trip to the Middle East is likely to be overshadowed by the fall of the Assad regime in Syria

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The Independent UK

Earth's lands are drying out. Nations are trying to address it in talks this week

More than three-quarters of the land on Earth is permanently drying, primarily due to climate change, according to a report released Monday at a United Nations summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Guardian - UK

Jamal Khashoggi’s widow urges Starmer to raise husband’s murder at Saudi meeting

Starmer will meet crown prince Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia for talks about forging closer ties on Monday

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid victory is a crushing defeat for migrant workers’ rights

Fifa’s glowing approval of the Gulf state’s proposals for the 2034 football tournament despite the kingdom’s appalling humanitarian record has been slammed by campaigners

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid to be ratified by Fifa despite rights violations

Gulf state awarded the tournament amid accusations of ‘sportswashing’ over exploitation of its migrant workforce

The Independent UK

North of England to benefit from further Saudi trade, Starmer says

Sir Keir Starmer said he was ‘determined to ensure international diplomacy drives local results’.

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Saudi Arabia Supports Syrian People's Choices Amid Transition

Saudi Arabia supports Syrian people's decisions, urges unity to prevent chaos. Calls for international assistance in overcoming challenges.

The Guardian - UK

Starmer to meet Saudi crown prince in push for infrastructure cash

Wooing of Mohammed bin Salman controversial because of human rights concerns

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