Update Israel seizing more of Gaza to force Hamas to free hostages

Israel seizing more of Gaza to force Hamas to free hostages

  • The military is “dissecting the (Gaza) Strip and increasing the pressure step by step so that (Hamas) will return our hostages,” Netanyahu said
  • Netanyahu added that Israel will keep applying military pressure until Hamas frees the remaining hostages
By AFP ·

Update Trump announces sweeping tariffs on imports, escalating global trade war

Trump announces sweeping tariffs on imports, escalating global trade war

  • Trump announces 10 percent baseline tariff
  • Higher reciprocal tariffs on many US trading partners
By Reuters ·

Update Saudi Arabia condemns storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by far-right Israeli minister

Saudi Arabia condemns storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by far-right Israeli minister

  • Foreign Ministry criticizes attacks on sanctity of the holy site
  • Israeli violations of international law obstruct peace efforts and threaten global security, statement says
By Arab News ·

Among those attending the event were Saudi Consul General Bandar Al-Zaid and officials from the US State Department. (Supplied)

Saudi consulate in Los Angeles celebrates Eid Al-Fitr

  • The celebration underscored the consulate’s commitment to strengthening ties with the local community and fostering cultural exchange
By Arab News ·

Arabic Language Month begins in Spain

Arabic Language Month begins in Spain

By Arab News ·

Special Saudi equestrienne sets sights on racing to glory

Saudi equestrienne sets sights on racing to glory

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi ·

Syria local govt says Israeli bombardment kills 9 civilians

Syria local govt says Israeli bombardment kills 9 civilians

  • The shelling near the city of Nawa came after an Israeli incursion
By AFP ·

Tornadoes, heavy rains rip across central, southern US

Tornadoes, heavy rains rip across central, southern US

  • Violent storms are forecast to ravage the country for several days
By Reuters ·

Oil Updates — crude slumps as Trump’s higher-than-expected tariffs expected to crimp demand

Oil Updates — crude slumps as Trump’s higher-than-expected tariffs expected to crimp demand

  • Brent, WTI sink as much as 3 percent, biggest percentage drop in a month
  • Trump to impose 10 percent minimum tariff on most import goods
  • Imports of oil, gas, refined products exempted from new tariffs
By Reuters ·

Exclusive Netflix expands language support on TV in accessibility push

Netflix expands language support on TV in accessibility push

  • Users are now able to access all available dubbing and subtitle options for any title, Netflix told Arab News ahead of the launch
  • “Update responds to thousands of language availability requests per month,” Netflix said
By GABRIELE MALVISI ·

Exclusive Netflix expands language support on TV in accessibility push

Netflix expands language support on TV in accessibility push

  • Users are now able to access all available dubbing and subtitle options for any title, Netflix told Arab News ahead of the launch
  • “Update responds to thousands of language availability requests per month,” Netflix said
By GABRIELE MALVISI ·

Art Week Riyadh: A ‘constellation of events’ that ‘pushes the boundaries’ 

Art Week Riyadh: A ‘constellation of events’ that ‘pushes the boundaries’ 

  • Curatorial team discuss the aims and intentions behind inaugural edition of AWR 
By Jasmine Bager ·
Liverpool restore 12-point lead as Jota seals win over Everton

Liverpool restore 12-point lead as Jota seals win over Everton

  • The champions elect, with 73 points after 30 games, restored their 12-point lead over second-placed Arsenal
By Reuters ·