Egyptian journalist and businessman Imad Eddine Adib, Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit, and GCC Secretary-General

Trump pressure on Gazans and regional powers might lead to grave conflicts, says Arab League chief

  • Aboul Gheit emphasized that Palestinian state must be recognized and “Palestinians must be given their rights”
  • He said the US suggestions were unacceptable to Arabs, and in particular Palestinians
By Bassam Zaazaa ·

Update Syrian FM says Russia, Iran have sent new govt ‘positive indications’

Syrian FM says Russia, Iran have sent new govt ‘positive indications’

  • Hassan Al-Shaibani says open wound remains over their previous relationship with Assad regime
  • Syria will no longer interfere in Lebanon, is building partnerships with Jordan
By Jonathan Lessware ·

Hamas says group’s delegation in Cairo for talks on Gaza ceasefire

Hamas says group’s delegation in Cairo for talks on Gaza ceasefire

  • “A delegation headed by Khalil Al-Hayya, head of the Hamas movement in the Gaza Strip, arrived in Cairo and began meetings with Egyptian officials,” group said
By AFP ·

A large crowd of enthusiasts and professionals attend a preview event for the Tuwaiq International Sculpture Symposium.

Tuwaiq International Sculpture Symposium launches in Riyadh

  • Sculptures were created during a live public exhibition last month
  • Works will be displayed across the city after event ends
By Hebshi Alshammari ·

124 journalists killed, most by Israel, in deadliest year for reporters

124 journalists killed, most by Israel, in deadliest year for reporters

  • The uptick in killings marks a 22 percent increase over 2023
  • Journalists murdered across 18 different countries, including Palestine's Gaza, Sudan and Pakistan
By AFP ·

Boris Johson says Gaza cannot be ruled by a government that ‘wants to exterminate Israel’

Boris Johson says Gaza cannot be ruled by a government that ‘wants to exterminate Israel’

  • Johnson says not for him to try to analyze what Trump was saying about Gaza
  • The ex-PM said that it didn’t seem to him that since 2005 the lives of Gazans had “notably improved under the rule of Hamas” 
By Arab News ·

Special Sculpting stories: An exhibition of bronze artistry

Sculpting stories: An exhibition of bronze artistry

  • Exhibit showcased Iraqi culture in Riyadh
  • Art should reflect the myriad experiences of life, says sculptor
By Hind AlKhunaizi ·
Special Jeddah all set for rounds 3 and 4 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship

Jeddah all set for rounds 3 and 4 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship

  • ABB FIA Formula E World Championship’s 11th season began with a thrilling opener in Brazil, followed by the 2nd round in Mexico on January 11
  • Double-header race will showcase the inclusion of Pit Boost for the first time - cars will receive a 10 percent energy increase (3.85kWh) from a quick, 30-second 600kW re-charge in the pitlane
By SALEH FAREED ·