Culture AL-Monitor Riyadh: 'Report Error' transforms daily items in Abha This week we guide you through exhibitions in Abha, Riyadh and Jeddah, showcasing the work of younger to mid-career Saudi artists. Saudi Arabia
Iran unveils underwater suicide drone as US tensions grow: What we know The showcasing of the unmanned aerial vehicle follows the unveiling of a new drone carrier warship and plans to develop a supersonic cruise missile. Iran
Turkey escalates push to replace Kurds as top anti-ISIS force in Syria Turkey is attempting to form a new coalition to combat ISIS remnants and replace the Pentagon-backed Kurdish forces in Syria. Turkey
Trump admin taps Joel Rayburn for senior State Department position The Trump administration has nominated Joel Rayburn as assistant secretary of state for Near East affairs, a key role in shaping US policy in the Middle East. United States
Culture AL-Monitor Doha: Qatar International Food Festival brings 100 kiosks, 20+ chefs The Qatar International Food Festival takes center stage this week in Doha, bringing flavors from all around the world to the city. Qatar
Russia's Putin and Syria's Sharaa hold first call since Assad fall Syria’s Ahmed al-Sharaa and Russia’s Vladimir Putin held their first phone call on Wednesday in an uncertain time for the former allies. Syria
At Dubai summit, Syrian FM expresses interest in Baghdad visit On his second trip to the United Arab Emirates since assuming his role, new Syria Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani stressed the need for good neighborly relations, lifting of sanctions and guaranteed rights for minorities in the country. Syria
Billions invested in AI, data centers at Saudi's LEAP summit: What to know The four-day event saw billions of dollars worth of investment poured into artificial intelligence projects — many of them in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia
