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SPA Riyadh, February 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired a Cabinet session in Riyadh. At the start of the session, the Cabinet congratulated citizens and residents on the upcoming Ramadan, praising the Kingdom’s success in managing Hajj and Umrah in 2025, welcoming 19.5 million pilgrims and visitors from outside the Kingdom, and achieving record indicators aligned with Vision 2030 and the Service

SPA Riyadh, February 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Indonesia, Pakistan, Egypt, and Türkiye strongly condemned Israel’s decision to designate lands in the occupied West Bank as so-called "state land" and approve procedures for registration and settlement of land ownership across extensive areas for the first time since 1967. The ministers described the decision as an illegal step that esc

SPA Riyadh, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Qiddiya Investment Company announced the start of construction for the Performing Arts Centre in Qiddiya City, marking a key milestone in the city’s development as a destination for entertainment, sports, and culture. The announcement coincided with the laying of the foundation stone, with construction to be carried out by Nesma and Partners. During the ceremony at the project site on the edge of the Tuwaiq Mountain

SPA Riyadh, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has completed its operational and technical preparations for Ramadan 1447 AH under a comprehensive seasonal operational plan. The plan includes service and enrichment projects aimed at improving service quality, raising operational efficiency and meeting safety and reliability standards at the Two Holy Mosques. The plan ta

SPA Riyadh, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry condemned a decision by Israeli occupation authorities to convert land in the West Bank into what it described as “state property” under occupation authorities, warning the move aims to impose a new legal and administrative reality in the occupied territory and undermines efforts to achieve peace and stability. The ministry reaffirmed that Israel has no sovereignty over occupied Pales

SPA Riyadh, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Founding Day celebration program concluded at Al-Adl Square in Riyadh’s Qasr Al-Hukm District under the patronage of Riyadh Region Governor Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz. Riyadh Region Deputy Governor Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz attended the closing, held after two days of heritage and cultural activities. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City organized the program in collaboration with

SPA Riyadh, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Transport Center has completed its operational and regulatory preparations for the 1447 AH Ramadan season to organize transport and mobility in Makkah and improve traffic management during peak periods, as the number of Umrah performers and worshippers is expected to rise. The preparations include a comprehensive operational plan aligned with the center’s regulatory and executive role as the unified refe

SPA Riyadh, February 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud approved the launch of the sixth edition of the National Campaign for Charitable Work, organized through the National Platform for Charitable Work (Ehsan). The campaign will commence on the evening of Friday, Ramadan 03, 1447 AH, corresponding to February 20, 2026, reflecting continued support for charitable efforts and aiming to maximize their impa

Riyadh, February 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court urged Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon of Ramadan on the evening of Tuesday, Shaban 29, 1447 AH, corresponding to February 17, 2026, according to the Umm Al-Qura calendar. The court called on anyone who sights the crescent, whether with the naked eye or through binoculars, to report to the nearest court to register their testimony. It also asked observers to contact the

SPA Al-Badi’, February 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The “Kashtat Al-Badi’” cultural and social event concluded on Sunday, organized by Al-Badi’ Municipality in partnership with the Al-Badi’ Development Association and several community organizations, featuring programs that combined heritage and culture. The Al-Badi’ Development Association implemented heritage and educational programs, including “Al-Maqha”, which showcased traditional Saudi coffee preparation from

Al-Madinah, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Administration of Education in Al-Madinah Region announced the school schedules for the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH, taking into account the month’s unique requirements. Classes in all boys’ and girls’ schools will begin at 9:30 a.m. from the first school day of Ramadan. For continuing education schools, the first class will start at 9:30 p.m., ensuring flexibility and appropriate organization for stud

SPA Riyadh, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Activities marking Saudi Arabia’s Foundation Day began on Saturday at Justice Square in the Qasr Al-Hukm area, organized by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the Emirate of Riyadh Region. The celebrations include cultural and heritage content showcasing the Kingdom’s history from its early founding stages to the present era. The program features visual displays, interactive experiences, and contemporary docum

SPA Riyadh, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Culinary Arts Commission is highlighting Saudi Arabia’s gastronomic diversity at the seventh edition of the Saudi Cup 2026, held February 13–14 at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh. Through its Irth café, the commission offers international and local visitors an immersive hospitality experience blending authentic regional recipes with contemporary presentation. Offerings include Saudi coffee, dates, and modern

SPA Munich, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Saturday with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani and the accompanying Syrian delegation on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference 2026. The ministers reviewed fraternal relations between Saudi Arabia and Syria and reaffirmed support for the comprehensive agreement in Syria, which provides for the integration of the Autonomous Adminis

SPA Riyadh, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Ministry of Interior reported 21,029 violations during inspection campaigns conducted across Saudi Arabia between February 5 and 11 to ensure compliance with residency, labor, and border security laws. Of these, 12,875 violations were related to residency, 4,778 to border security, and 3,376 to labor regulations. Border authorities apprehended 2,307 individuals attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally, includin

SPA Mecca, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has launched its scientific program at the Grand Mosque for Ramadan 1447 AH, reinforcing the mosque’s role as a global center of Islamic knowledge. The initiative includes a comprehensive schedule of lessons and lectures delivered by esteemed scholars, covering Islamic sciences such as jurisprudence, creed, and the Prophet’s biography. T

SPA Riyadh, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the seventh edition of the Saudi Cup 2026 opened on Friday, February 13, drawing a global audience to the Kingdom’s premier equestrian event. The opening evening featured eight high-stakes races showcasing elite international champion horses across various classifications. On Saturday, February 14, the program continues with

An upside-down U.S flag flutters at the former United States Embassy in Tehran, Iran, February 5, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS Washington, February 13, 2026 (Reuters via Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The U.S. military is preparing for the possibility of sustained, weeks-long operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, two U.S. officials told Reuters. The officials, speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensiti

In this photo provided by the U.S. Navy, the USS Gerald R. Ford embarked on the first of its sea trials to test various state-of-the-art systems on its own power for the first time, April 8, 2017, from Newport News, Va. (Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ridge Leoni/U.S. Navy via AP Washington, February 13, 2026 (AP) – The USS Gerald R. Ford , the world’s largest aircraft carrier, has been ordered to sail from the Caribbean Sea to the Middle East, a U.S. official famili

SPA Riyadh, February 13, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Nature Genetics highlighted King Faisal Specialist Hospital (KFSH) for its integrated genomic medicine model, detailing the institution’s evolution from a research-focused program to a fully embedded clinical system. The hospital nearly doubled genomic testing between 2022 and 2024, increasing from around 22,000 to over 44,000 tests. During the same period, KFSH completed more than 5,000 precision oncology analyses