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Syria's Assad to steal spotlight at Arab summit after years in the cold

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, a pariah for more than a decade, is expected to steal the spotlight at Friday's Arab League summit in Saudi Arabia, where he will rub shoulders with regional leaders who once backed his war foes.

Reuters

Axiom Space's Ax-2: What to know about the 2nd private astronaut mission to the space station

Here's what you need to know about the four-person Ax-2 mission to the International Space Station, which is scheduled to launch on May 21.

Space

Boost to WA's live sheep export industry on the horizon as Saudi Arabian market set to reopen

The number of sheep headed to the Middle East could double if the trade to Saudi Arabia reopens next year, boosting the multimillion dollar industry.

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Twitter and Saudi officials face racketeering lawsuit over jailed satirist

Areej al-Sadhan sues on behalf of her brother, Abdulrahman, who was sentenced to 20 years for account mocking Saudi government

The Guardian - US

Money or morals? Team NZ, Saudi Arabia and sportswashing

Sparks are flying over Team New Zealand's decision to hold a pre-America's Cup regatta in Saudi Arabia.

Newsroom.co.nz

Lawsuit filed against Twitter, Saudi Arabia; claims acts of transnational repression committed

A humanitarian aid worker who used an anonymous Twitter account to mock Saudi Arabia about its economy has filed a federal racketeering lawsuit against the social media platform, the kingdom and a number of individuals alleging an attempt to silence critics overseas

The Independent UK

Oleksandr Usyk hits out at "afraid" rival Tyson Fury as fight talks stall again

Oleksandr Usyk's potential undisputed fight with Tyson Fury in April collapsed after the pair failed to agree terms, and new talks over a meeting in Saudi Arabia this December have also stalled

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Jake Paul claims Tommy Fury "got a big head" after handing him first ever loss

Paul and Fury had a massive pay-per-view showdown in Saudi Arabia this February, but a second bout fell by the wayside despite the American having an automatic rematch clause

Daily Mirror

Recorded executions rise to highest in five years: Amnesty

In annual report, rights group says ‘killing spree’ was led by countries in the Middle East and North Africa.

Al Jazeera

Tyson Fury reopens door to Anthony Joshua fight as tournament talks continue

WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has yet to face bitter rival Anthony Joshua in the boxing ring, but has reopened the door to a showdown with the pair looking to secure separate fights in Saudi Arabia this December

Daily Mirror

Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia: ‘There’s no question he’s raised the bar’ but 'a lot more' is needed to make Saudi Pro League truly popular

Fans and journalists tell FourFourTwo the impact Ronaldo has had in Saudi Arabia since his move, but suggest he can't do everything on his own if the league is to progress

FourFourTwo

Back in the Arab League after 12 years, Syria urges group to invest in war-torn country

Syria is calling on Arab countries to invest in the war-torn nation, now again a member of the Arab League

The Independent UK

Analysis: Saudi Arabia’s diplomatic energy, soft power in Sudan

UN officials say the talks in Jeddah will continue and hopefully lead to a ceasefire in the near future.

Al Jazeera

Jake Paul’s coach details first interaction with YouTuber in Hollywood home

YouTube star Jake Paul has rehired boxing legend Shane Mosley as he prepares to take on ex-UFC star Nate Diaz in his latest boxing fight after losing to Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia

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Jake Paul’s coach blames mental struggles for loss to rival Tommy Fury

YouTube star Jake Paul lost for the first time in the boxing ring in Saudi Arabia, falling short to split decision against Tommy Fury which new coach Shane Mosley has put down to mental health strugglesw

Daily Mirror

Jake Paul’s coach explains why he will knock out UFC legend Nate Diaz

YouTube star Jake Paul will fight former UFC fighter Nate Diaz after losing to bitter rival Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia, and is confident that he can return to winning ways

Reuters

Khartoum under bombardment as Sudan's rivals talk

Shelling and air strikes pounded parts of Sudan's capital on Sunday with little sign that warring military factions were ready to back down in a month-long conflict that has killed hundreds despite ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia.

Daily Mirror

Meet English striker who blazed a trail in Saudi Arabia before Cristiano Ronaldo transfer

Journeyman striker Gozie Ugwu moved to Jeddah as a free agent last summer and, despite concerns around the country's human rights record, has found himself enjoying the adventure

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Carlos Tevez weighs in on Lionel Messi row and slams PSG: 'I'd stay home drinking'

Lionel Messi was suspended by PSG after making an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia, but the attacker's former international team-mate Carlos Tevez believes the Ligue 1 giants have made a mistake

Reuters

Iran still smuggling weapons, narcotics to Yemen, U.S. envoy says

Iran has continued supplying weapons and drugs that fuel the Yemen war despite its agreement to restore diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia, U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking said on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Tyson Fury ‘not very optimistic’ over Oleksandr Usyk showdown in Saudi Arabia as Andy Ruiz Jr plans end

Tyson Fury insisted he will not be “optimistic” that a fight with Oleksandr Usyk will take place until the pair finally meet in the ring.

Al Jazeera

Middle East round-up: Syria rejoins the Arab League

Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.

The Guardian - UK

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk resume talks over fight in Saudi tournament

Tyson Fury’s promoter has revealed that a potential meeting with Oleksandr Usyk could take place in Saudi Arabia as part of a four-man event

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi reaches out to ex-Barcelona teammate as chances of reunion increase

Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets enjoyed a decorated playing career working together and could link up once again in Saudi Arabia this summer after Busquets leaves Barcelona.

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and 5 stars wanted in Saudi - and how much they could earn

Saudi Pro League clubs are aiming to recruit a number of top European footballers this summer - including Lionel Messi - after Al-Nassr signed Cristiano Ronaldo in January

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