Judge dismisses Khashoggi lawsuit against Saudi prince; Biden granted him immunity
Judge John Bates suggested he was reluctant to throw out the lawsuit but had no choice given the Biden administration's decision.
Wed Dec 07 2022
Analysis: At World Cup, Saudi crown prince moves back on to global stage
Only weeks ago, US President Joe Biden warned of "consequences" after accusing Prince Mohammed of bad faith over their oil talks in July.
Wed Nov 23 2022
US says Saudi prince has immunity in Khashoggi killing lawsuit
The Biden administration said Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has immunity from lawsuits over the 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi.
Fri Nov 18 2022
Saudi prince has immunity in Khashoggi killing lawsuit, say lawyers
Khashoggi was killed and dismembered by Saudi agents in an operation which US intelligence believed was ordered by Prince Mohammed.
Tue Oct 04 2022
Saudi king names crown prince MbS as prime minister
The reshuffle kept another son, Prince Abdulaziz, as energy minister, the aged king said in the royal decree.
Wed Sep 28 2022
Saudi Arabia's powerful prince unbowed by Western uproar
Western leaders who once tried to isolate Saudi Arabia's powerful crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, now seek his support.
Tue Jul 12 2022
Saudi crown prince, Erdogan meet in Turkey with 'full normalisation' in sights
Erdogan seeks financial support that could help relieve Turkey's beleaguered economy ahead of tight elections for the president.
Thu Jun 23 2022
Biden to meet with Saudi crown prince despite 'pariah' pledge
The talks are seen by rights advocates as at odds with Biden's promise to put human rights at the heart of US foreign policy.
Wed Jun 15 2022
Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia hoping for new era in ties
The trip marks the culmination of months-long rapprochement efforts.
Fri Apr 29 2022
In Khashoggi's shadow, Macron set for Saudi talks with crown prince
Macron considers Saudi Arabia vital to help forge a region-wide peace deal with Iran, as well as an ally in the fight against militants.
Sat Dec 04 2021
Turkish trial in Khashoggi killing "nearing deadlock" - Journalism watchdog
Turkish officials believe his body was dismembered and removed. His remains have not been found.
Tue Nov 23 2021
Khashoggi's fiancee urges Justin Bieber to cancel Saudi performance
Hatice Cengiz urges Justin Bieber to not perform for the slain Saudi journalist's "murderers."
Mon Nov 22 2021
Saudi official denies the kingdom used spyware to track communications - State TV
"These claims are baseless. The kingdom does not approve such practices," state TV quoted the official, without naming him.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Israeli firm's spyware used to target journalists' cell phones - Reports
The targeted phone numbers were on a list provided by Forbidden Stories and Amnesty International to the 17 media organisations.
Mon Jul 19 2021
Saudi crown prince: Only few differences with Biden administration
The kingdom's de facto ruler also said Saudi Arabia would not accept any pressure or interference in its internal affairs.
Wed Apr 28 2021
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024