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Vivian Nereim
2025-08-13 12:00:11
Saudi Arabia
Politics and Government

Why Cristiano Ronaldo’s Engagement Raised Eyebrows in Saudi Arabia

The soccer star has been living in the country with Georgina Rodríguez, the mother of his children, testing the boundaries of social change in the conservative Islamic kingdom.

Michael D. Shear, Steven Erlanger And Roger Cohen
2025-08-10 06:00:16
Israel
International Relations

How Starmer, Macron and Merz Tried To Halt the War in Gaza

Images of starving children and Israel’s planned expansion of settlements spurred Britain, France and Germany to a tougher stance. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was undeterred.

Saudi Arabia Pledges to Invest More Than $6 Billion in Syria

The deals highlight the countries’ deepening relationship under the new Syrian government, and a wave of investment in a country squeezed by war and sanctions.

Vivian Nereim
2025-06-30 21:00:15
Iran
Iran

Gulf States Lead Push to Invest in New Syria

The fall of the Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has opened a window for wealthy Gulf countries to expand their influence as the sway of Iran diminishes.

Vivian Nereim
2025-06-18 12:00:09
Israel
International Relations

Israel Further Alienates Would-Be Arab Allies in Attacking Iran

Wealthy Gulf countries are alarmed and anxious about Israel and Iran’s new war.

Roger Cohen
2025-06-16 12:00:10
France
International Relations

France’s Macron Faces Dilemma With Intention to Recognize Palestinian State

The French-Israeli relationship has always been turbulent, but the prospect that President Emmanuel Macron may recognize a Palestinian state has brought tension to a new level.