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Senator Risch to Asharq Al-Awsat: Biden Should Strengthen Partnerships to Confront Iranian Threats

Prominent US congress members have welcomed President Joe Biden’s trip to the Middle East.

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Motivating Global Brands to Use Smart Technologies in Saudi Products

Michael Marshall, Chief Commercial Officer of Minor Hotels Group, revealed the imminent opening of the Anantara resort in Saudi Arabia, specifically in the Diriyah region, stressing that the group intended to expand its hotels in the country over the coming years. In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Marshall noted that…

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Damascus Turns from Drugs Transit Point to Trafficking Hub

As the Syrian regime reclaimed regions that were out of its control in 2018, the drug trade in the war-torn country moved on towards a new phase. The trade exploded with the eruption of the conflict in 2011. Syria used to be a crossing point for drugs smuggled from Afghanistan…

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Displacement Drops during the Yemeni Truce

Displacement rates dropped over half during the UN-sponsored ceasefire in Yemen, according to the Executive Unit for the IDPs Camps Management. According to data, 1,700 families were displaced in recent months, compared to 4,211 families during the first months of this year. However, the data indicated that displacement rates dropped…

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Syrian Regime Forces Deploy Quality Weapons in SDF Areas

The Syrian regime forces reinforced their military units in the countryside of Raqqa and Aleppo governorates after coordinating with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and receiving a guarantee from the Russian forces deployed in the vicinity. Syrian convoys moved under the protection of Russian warplanes and brought in heavy reinforcements,…

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Pakistan Ulama Council Chairman: Hajj is for Worship

Chairman of the Pakistan Ulama Council, Special Representative of the Prime Minister for Interfaith Harmony and Middle East Affairs, Sheikh Tahir Ashrafi affirmed that doubt casters targeting Saudi Arabia’s role in organizing the Hajj pilgrimage are inexperienced in managing large crowds and are unaware of the efforts the Kingdom exerts…

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Saudi Companies to Submit Bids for Development Projects in Sierra Leone

The Saudi Development Fund informed the private sector about tenders for the establishment of the Technical University and the Kailahun District in Sierra Leone. The move is part of the initiative to develop local content in the procurement of development projects to support Saudi companies abroad. According to information obtained…

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OIC Secretary-General: E-Draw Consolidated Fairness in Pilgrim Selection

The secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Hissein Brahim Taha, said that the success of the Hajj seasons every year was “a clear message to all those who question Saudi Arabia’s leading role in serving the Two Holy Mosques and the pilgrims.” In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat,…

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Lebanon Planning to Return Syrian Refugees Home without Int’l Guarantees

Lebanon is again trying to return Syrian refugees on its territories back to their war-torn country. Caretaker Minister of the Displaced Issam Sharafeddine revealed that intense talks are underway with Syria to ensure the “safe and dignified” return of refugees to their home. The plan enjoys the support of Lebanese…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine FM Rules out Russian Use of Nuclear Weapons, Calls for Isolating Moscow over its Threats

The world is laying out the worst scenarios for the Russian-Ukraine war.

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Minaikher to Asharq Al-Awsat: Our Only Choice Is Supporting Political Solution in Yemen

Gulf Cooperation Council Ambassador to Yemen Sarhan al-Minaikher has been a witness to key developments in the war-torn country for years. In 2013, the young Saudi worked closely on the national dialogue. He witnessed the developments that followed and that impeded the political process in the country and resulted in…

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Yemeni Government Responds to Houthi Allegations on Taiz Negotiations

Yemeni military officials will meet in Amman, under the auspices of the UN envoy to Yemen, to discuss violations and the UN-sponsored ceasefire, said a Yemeni official. Member of the government team concerned with opening the crossings, Nabil Jamel denied Houthi claims that there is a new round of negotiations…

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Illegal Migration from Northern Lebanon to European Shores on the Rise

Illegal migration is on the rise from northern Lebanon towards European shores. The capsizing of a migrant boat off the impoverished northern city of Tripoli on April 23 has not deterred people from embarking on the dangerous journey. Around 40 people were killed in the tragedy, the latest to strike…

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Stockholm, Yemen… Traditions, Intersections

Sweden’s Special Envoy for Yemen, Ambassador Peter Semneby, constantly recalls old Swedish traditions centered around promoting conflict resolution and care for humanitarian affairs. Sweden has showcased those traditions in many conflicts around the world. For example, Sweden has provided continued support to Afghanistan for over four decades, according to Semneby,…

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Families of Beirut Port Blast Victims Seek Compensation from MPs Close to Berri

The legal representatives of the families of the Beirut port explosion victims have resorted to a civil court to demand financial compensation from two MPs close to parliament Speaker Nabih Berri for their involvement in the 2020 disaster. The families turned to Judge Zalfa al-Hassan to demand that MPs Ali…

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Khalid al-Faisal to Asharq Al-Awsat: Spiteful Parties Are Undermining Saudi Role in Holding the Hajj

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal, Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Governor of the Makkah Region and President of the Central Hajj Committee, is overseeing the preparations to hold this year’s holy Hajj pilgrimage. He presided over a meeting of the Central Hajj Committee at Mina, extending his gratitude…

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Parallel Entities: A Houthi Weapon that Destroys the State, Dismantles Society

The Houthi group continues to create parallel entities and bodies to replace state institutions despite its complete control over Sanaa. Last week, the head of the Supreme Political Council, Mahdi al-Mashat, established the General Corporation for Electric Industries and Renewable Energy and appointed Abdul-Ghani Mohammad Hussein al-Madani as its head.…

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Faki to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Don’t Want New Partnership with Military

Mohammed al-Faki Suliman, a former member of Sudan’s ruling Sovereign Council, expressed his optimism that the military would cede power to civilians in his country. In an interview to Asharq Al-Awsat, he hoped that a national government of non-partisan specialists would be formed. The Forces of Freedom and Change do…

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Houthis Reject UN Proposal to Reopen Routes to Yemen's Taiz

The Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen have rejected a proposal by United Nations envoy Hans Grundberg regarding the reopening of routes leading to the besieged Taiz province, revealed a source to Asharq Al-Awsat. In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, the source said the Houthis have turned down the proposal that was…

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Saudi-Turkish Investment Ties Head Towards New Phase

Saudi and Turkish businessmen have discussed broader horizons in strategic areas and vital economic sectors, revealing plans to access the Saudi market through the fields of contracting, infrastructure, industry, and technology. Their talks came during the visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Turkey on Wednesday. “The visit…

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Saudi Businessmen to Asharq Al-Awsat: Egypt Turned Into a Hub for Regional Investment

Several Saudi businessmen said that the measures Egypt has taken to improve the investment climate and remove obstacles for investors increase the attractiveness of foreign investments. They explained that Egypt's economic revenues have been among the best in the region, making it a hub for investment. Chairman of the Board…

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Saudi Arabia Allocates Tents for Hajj Pilgrims Infected with COVID-19

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Houthi Network Loots Humanitarian Aid Sent to Devastated Yemenis

The Iran-backed Houthi militias have set new conditions for international humanitarian aid agencies and UN programs operating in Yemeni areas under their control, forcing the relief organizations to give up the personal data of aid beneficiaries. In the meantime, Asharq Al-Awsat uncovered documents and information from judiciary sources showing how…

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Int’l Companies Race over Investment, Partnership Deals for Saudi Ports

The Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of the Board of Saudi Ports Authority Saleh Al-Jasser revealed that work is underway on several partnerships with the private sector to operate stations and marine services in Saudi ports. Al-Jasser added that international transport line and container operators are…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Identifying Challenges of the Gulf Common Market to Boost its 10 Tracks

The President of the Federation of Gulf Chambers, Ajlan al-Ajlan, has acknowledged several challenges facing the Gulf common market, revealing ongoing efforts to identify them. Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat, Ajlan called for cooperation between the public and private sectors to address the challenges, noting that efforts are being made to…

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