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Bahrain suspends entry for non-citizens from three African countries over Ebola outbreak MANAMA, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Bahrain’s Civil Aviation Affairs suspended entry for non-Bahraini travellers arriving from South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda over the Ebola outbreak, BNA reported. The suspension applies from Tuesday, May 19, and follows World Health Organization updates on the outbreak and worsening conditions in the affected countr

UAE says drone that hit near Barakah plant was launched from Iraq ABU DHABI, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The United Arab Emirates said six drones had been launched against the country from Iraq over the past 48 hours, including one that caused a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant on Sunday, Reuters reported. The UAE Defence Ministry said it intercepted all but one of the drones. Three of the drones had been targeting the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, the Arab

WASHINGTON, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the United States may need to strike Iran again if no agreement is reached, Reuters reported. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he had been an hour away from making a decision to launch an attack before postponing it after a new proposal from Tehran. Trump said a new U.S. attack could happen within days if negotiations fail, citing the need to prevent Iran fro

UAE announces four-day paid holiday for private sector on Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha, May 26–29 (Photography: WAM) ABU DHABI, May 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced that May 26 to 29 will be a paid holiday for all private sector employees on the occasion of Arafat Day and Eid Al-Adha, WAM reported. The ministry said the decision was issued in line with the UAE Cabinet resolution on official public holidays.

Bahrain condemns drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia MANAMA, May 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Bahrain strongly condemned the drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia using three drones launched from Iraqi airspace. Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry described the attack as a dangerous escalation, a threat to regional security and stability, and a violation of international law and U.N. Security Council Resolution 2817. The ministry affirmed Bahrain’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia

Qatar condemns drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia DOHA, May 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Qatar strongly condemned the drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia, describing it as an unacceptable act of aggression and a violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty. Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack threatened Saudi Arabia’s security and regional security. The ministry reaffirmed Qatar’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures taken by the King

Kuwait condemns drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia KUWAIT CITY, May 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait strongly condemned the drone attack launched from Iraqi airspace against Saudi Arabia, which was successfully intercepted. Kuwait’s Foreign Ministry said the attack was part of a series of violations of international law and relevant U.N. Security Council resolutions, including Resolution 2817. The ministry said such attacks undermine regional security and stability.

Saudi Arabia condemns drone attack near UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant RIYADH, May 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia condemned the drone attack on the United Arab Emirates that caused a fire outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The Kingdom rejected the attack, warning that it threatens regional security and stability. Saudi Arabia also reaffirmed its solidarity with the UAE and its suppor

UAE, IAEA discuss Barakah attack after drone strike ABU DHABI, May 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call with International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Grossi, WAM reported. Sheikh Abdullah strongly condemned what he described as a terrorist attack that caused a fire in an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Al Dhafra Region after a drone

Abu Dhabi says drone strike caused fire at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, no injuries or safety impact PARIS, May 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to a fire caused by a drone strike on an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Brakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region, the Abu Dhabi Media Office said on Sunday. No injuries were reported, radiological safety levels were unaffected and the Federal Authority for N

UAE President welcomes Indian Prime Minister on official visit (Photography: WAM) ABU DHABI, May 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his arrival in the UAE for an official visit, WAM reported. An official reception ceremony was held for Modi, including the national anthems of both countries and a guard of honour. As Modi’s aircraft entered UAE airspace, it was escorted by a formatio

Saudi Arabia welcomes Yemen detainee exchange agreemen RIYADH, May 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia welcomed an agreement signed in Amman for the exchange of detainees in Yemen, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The kingdom described the agreement as a positive development that would help ease the humanitarian suffering of detainees and their families. Saudi Arabia also said the deal could strengthen trust and support opportunities for security and stability. The

RIYADH, May 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Interior ministers from Gulf Cooperation Council countries held an emergency ministerial meeting in Riyadh on Wednesday, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The meeting was chaired by Bahrain. Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif led the Saudi delegation and conveyed the greetings of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the ministers. The meeting reviewed several

RIYADH, May 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers discussed the situation in the region and continued bilateral coordination. 📷| SPA

RIYADH, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the infiltration of Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island by an armed group from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Saudi Press Agency reported, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. According to the ministry, the group intended to carry out hostile acts against Kuwait. The Kingdom categorically rejected the act, describing it as a violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and a breach of international law a

RIYADH, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two leaders discussed areas of bilateral cooperation and reviewed the latest regional developments. They also discussed ongoing efforts to enhance security and stability in the region

DUBAI, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait’s Interior Ministry said it arrested four people affiliated with Iran’s Revolutionary Guards who attempted to infiltrate the Gulf state by sea, Reuters reported, citing state news agency KUNA. The ministry said one member of Kuwait’s armed forces was injured in clashes with the infiltrators. Kuwait later summoned Iran’s ambassador and handed him a protest note over what it described as the infiltration of Bubiyan Island by t

JERUSALEM, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Israel has sent Iron Dome air defence batteries and personnel to the United Arab Emirates to help it defend against Iranian attacks, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee said on Tuesday, Reuters reported. The batteries, which typically include radars and missile launchers, were sent to the UAE to support its air defences, a source briefed on the matter told Reuters. Huckabee said the deployment reflected the relationship bet

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrives to attend an informal European leaders' summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus April 23, 2026. REUTERS/Yiannis Kourtoglou RIYADH, May 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday that nearly 20 countries are at various stages of interest in drone deal with Ukraine, with four agreements already signed and the first contracts under those agreements now being prepared. “Nearly 20 countries are cur

RIYADH, May 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The UAE National Orchestra brought Dubai Opera to standing ovation during “Sing for the Nation”, a concert that saw audiences join the orchestra and choi in singing the UAE’s most beloved patriotic songs across generations, in a shared celebration marking the 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces. The evening’s defining moment came with an unannounced appearance by renowned Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi, w