Special Smoke billows over Beirut's southern suburbs, after an Israeli strike, as seen from Baabda, Lebanon, November 26, 2024. Reuters

Israel launches blitz on Beirut amid hopes of imminent ceasefire deal with Hezbollah

  • Attacks escalate shortly before Israeli authorities were due to discuss approval of ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah that would take effect at 6 a.m. Wednesday
  • Fears among population that Israel intends to take out its anger on Lebanon with constant attacks throughout final day before peace deal is agreed
By NAJIA HOUSSARI ·

Update Saudi Arabia approves FY2025 budget, forecasts $27bn deficit amid expansionary spending graphic

Saudi Arabia approves FY2025 budget, forecasts $27bn deficit amid expansionary spending

By Dayan Abou Tine ·

Update Israel expected to approve ceasefire with Hezbollah: Israeli official video

Israel expected to approve ceasefire with Hezbollah: Israeli official

  • EU’s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said Tuesday that Israel has no reason to refuse a ceasefire with Lebanon along the lines proposed by France and the United States
  • UN demands ‘permanent ceasefire’ in Lebanon, Gaza, Israel
By AFP - Reuters ·

Special Hospitality sector innovations, trends showcased at Riyadh exhibition

Hospitality sector innovations, trends showcased at Riyadh exhibition

  • Event gathers local and international exhibitors, industry leaders, and visitors to showcase trends, innovations, and business opportunities in the sector
  • Exhibition features an array of engaging activities, including live cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs, a barista competition, and workshops for aspiring culinary professionals
By Waad Hussain ·

Special MoU signed to strengthen humanitarian ties

MoU signed to strengthen humanitarian ties

By Hebshi Alshammari ·

First group of royal guests performs Umrah

First group of royal guests performs Umrah

By Arab News ·

Israeli ‘aggression’ targets Syria’s Homs countryside, state news agency says

Israeli ‘aggression’ targets Syria’s Homs countryside, state news agency says

  • Blasts had been heard in the vicinity of Homs city and that the cause was under investigation
By Reuters ·

Russian shelling kills two in Ukraine’s Sumy, President Zelensky says

Russian shelling kills two in Ukraine’s Sumy, President Zelensky says

  • Zelensky said in a video on the Telegram messaging app that a rescue operation was underway at the site and more people could be under debris
  • “It is realistic to protect against it only by destroying Russian weapons”
By Reuters ·

UK, Omani princes launch journey across historic Arabian route

UK, Omani princes launch journey across historic Arabian route

  • Camel trek first taken by British diplomat Bertram Thomas in 1928 to be retrodden by team of six travellers
  • Prince of Wales, crown prince of Oman sponsoring historic coastal journey
By Arab News ·
Special Saudi Arabia overcome Thailand hurdle to set up thrilling qualification finale

Saudi Arabia overcome Thailand hurdle to set up thrilling qualification finale

  • Saudi Arabia chased a target of 134 runs in 18.4 overs to end Thailand’s qualification hopes
  • Thailand was restricted to 133-7 in 20 overs after exceptional bowling from the player of the match, Zain Ul Abidin
By SUBAS HUMAGAIN ·