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US lawmakers will go to UN climate talks in Turkey

Al-MonitorBy Nov 4, 2026

An American congressional delegation will travel to Turkey for the annual UN climate summit, a Democratic lawmaker said Wednesday, a day after his party's landslide midterm victory. The United States is not taking part in the negotiations after President Donald Trump withdrew the country from the Paris agreement for a second time upon returning to office. But Representative Sean Casten of Illinois said the 19-member delegation would nevertheless play an "important diplomatic function" at COP31 which runs from November 9 to 20 in Antalya.

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Saudi stories shine at Algiers international book fair

Saudi Arabia's pavilion at the 2026 Algiers International Book Fair, where it is the Guest of Honor, showcased various cultural works, including the collection "Stories from Saudi Arabia" and manga by notable Saudi writers. The event also highlighted the "Tarjim" initiative to enhance translation and foster international cultural partnerships, featuring panel discussions and poetry sessions with esteemed Saudi authors.

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Saudi, Syrian defence ministries sign cooperation agreement, SPA reports

CAIRO, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia and Syria signed a cooperation agreement between the two countries' defense ministries on Wednesday, Saudi state news agency SPA reported, as Yemen's Iran-alignedHouthi group continues its missile and drone attacks on the kingdom.• The agreement was signed during a visit by Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to Riyadh, where he met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. It was their second meeting in Saudi Arabia in less than a month.

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