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Saudi belly dancers break taboos behind closed doors

Saudi belly dancers break taboos behind closed doors

In a fitness studio in Saudi Arabia, dozens of women sway to Arabic music as they practise belly dancing -- an activity that many feel compelled to...

11.11.2025 3

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By Rania Sanjar

Saudi 'city of roses' offers fragrant reminder of desert's beauty

After decades spent pruning thorny bushes and working arduous harvests, Khalaf Allah al-Talhi has perfected the art of capturing the fragrant aroma of...

24.04.2025 5

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By Rania Sanjar

No talks with US under 'maximum pressure' policy, Iran FM tells AFP

Iran will not resume negotiations with the United States on its nuclear programme while President Donald Trump applies his "maximum pressure" policy,...

08.03.2025 3

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By Rania Sanjar

Israel putting Gaza ceasefire at risk of collapse: Hamas official to AFP

Israel's "lack of commitment" is putting the Gaza ceasefire in danger of collapse, a senior Hamas official told AFP on Saturday with talks yet to...

09.02.2025 20

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By Rania Sanjar