In photos: Muslims celebrate Eid el-Fitr across the Middle East Muslims in the Middle East came together on Sunday and Monday to celebrate the end of Ramadan. Saudi Arabia
AL-Monitor Riyadh: Lebanese artist Tarek Atoui’s art and sound in AlUla This week we guide you through the bustling souqs of Riyadh and a new cultural hub in the Diplomatic Quarter. Saudi Arabia
AL-Monitor Dubai: Emirati artist Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim at Maraya Art Center This week we spotlight an exhibition at Maraya Art Center in Sharjah featuring the work of prominent Emirati artist Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim, who exhibited his work at the 59th International Venice Biennale in 2022. United Arab Emirates
AL-Monitor Istanbul: Bronze head of Roman emperor returns to Antalya Museum The sculpture has made it home from Denmark and will soon take its place in the treasure-packed Antalya Museum. Turkey
AL-Monitor Riyadh: Lebanese artist Lana Khayat at Hafez Gallery This week, we take you through the opening of a new exhibition by Lebanese artist Lana Khayat at Hafez Gallery in Riyadh. Saudi Arabia
Egypt celebrates first royal tomb discovery since 1922: What we know The 3,500-year-old tomb belongs to King Thutmose II, who ruled Egypt during its 18th dynasty. Egypt
AL-Monitor Dubai: Syrian Canadian artist Nour Malas at Carbon 12 This week we showcase exhibitions in Dubai featuring paintings by the Syrian Canadian artist Nour Malas, at Carbon 12, and works by the Nigerian British artist Sola Olulode, at Lawrie Shabibi. United Arab Emirates
AL-Monitor Istanbul: Mesher Gallery's love letter to the city This week, we have a bit of everything — high culture, low expectations for romance, and plenty in between. Turkey
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
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
AL-Monitor Istanbul: An ambitious art expo As Valentine’s Day nears, love is in the air — and on the airwaves. Turkey
AL-Monitor Dubai: Palestinian artists' rescued works from Gaza This week, we survey an exhibition opening at the Jameel Arts Centre presenting over 100 works by the Gaza-based collective Eltiqa. United Arab Emirates
