video Breaking News Israel’s Cabinet approves a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza

Israel’s Cabinet approves a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza

  • Under the deal, 33 of some 100 hostages who remain in Gaza are set to be released over six weeks in exchange for hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel
video By AP - Arab News - Reuters ·

Macron stresses need to continue support for Lebanon, protect it from ‘external interference’ video

Macron stresses need to continue support for Lebanon, protect it from ‘external interference’

  • Macron said: “Keeping Lebanon shielded from external interference is a prerequisite for the ongoing implementation of the ceasefire agreement, which was a diplomatic success”
  • Macron also announced plans to organize an international conference during Aoun’s visit to France in a few weeks to “mobilize funding for Lebanon’s reconstruction”
By NAJIA HOUSSARI ·

In Syria, EU official announces €235m aid package video

In Syria, EU official announces €235m aid package

  • Syrian state news agency SANA published images of Lahbib with the country’s new leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa
By AFP ·

Special How Saudi Arabia is weaving sustainable practices into its fashion industry graphic

How Saudi Arabia is weaving sustainable practices into its fashion industry

  • Saudi Vision 2030 champions reducing, reusing, recycling, and upcycling clothing, with local designers leading the way
  • Initiatives like Riyadh’s GFX Fashion Swap promote exchanging quality garments to extend wardrobe life and cut waste
By Waad Hussain ·

Daughter of one of the oldest Israeli hostages hopes for answers in ceasefire deal

Daughter of one of the oldest Israeli hostages hopes for answers in ceasefire deal

  • Israel has killed more than 46,000 people, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry
By AP ·

Red Sea trade route will remain too risky: industry executives

Red Sea trade route will remain too risky: industry executives

  • The leader of Houthis said on Thursday that the group would monitor the implementation of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas aimed at ending the war in Gaza and continue its attacks on vessels or Israel if it is breached
By Reuters ·

TikTok ban: Last-minute reprieve or rule of law?

TikTok ban: Last-minute reprieve or rule of law?

  • As the Jan. 19 deadline looms for TikTok’s potential ban in the US, rumors are rife speculating on the future of the video app
By Zaira Lakhpatwala and Gabriele Malvisi ·

TikTok ban: Last-minute reprieve or rule of law?

TikTok ban: Last-minute reprieve or rule of law?

  • As the Jan. 19 deadline looms for TikTok’s potential ban in the US, rumors are rife speculating on the future of the video app
By Zaira Lakhpatwala and Gabriele Malvisi ·

A celebration of Saudi Arabia’s artisanal heritage 

A celebration of Saudi Arabia’s artisanal heritage 

  • The Ministry of Culture has designated 2025 as The Year of Handicrafts. Here, Arab News highlights some of the Kingdom’s most significant traditional crafts 
By Arab News ·
Ikmah, Richard Mille face off for Richard Mille Desert Polo Final in AlUla

Ikmah, Richard Mille face off for Richard Mille Desert Polo Final in AlUla

  • Ikmah showed their real strength and dominance of Group 1 after two victories against Dadan 4-2 and AlUla team 5-4
  • Richard Mille topped Group 2 after defeating Budget 3-0 and drawing 2-2 with Bentley
By Arab News ·