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Royal Court Announces Passing of Princess Sarah bint Ahmed Al Abdulrahman Al Saud RIYADH, June 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Royal Court announced on Wednesday that Princess Sarah bint Ahmed Al Abdulrahman Al Saud had passed away. The funeral prayer will be performed today after Asr prayer at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Source: SPA

Russia to Restrict Light Aircraft and Drone Flights Around Moscow MOSCOW, June 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Russia is introducing restrictions on flights by light private aircraft and drones in Moscow and surrounding regions, Reuters reported. The measures set a minimum altitude requirement of 5,200 meters, or 17,000 feet, aviation authority Rosaviatsiya announced on Wednesday. The requirement applies to light and ultralight aircraft, as well as drones, placing the permi

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit speaks during this year's Fosse Lecture at the Palace, in Oslo, Norway, April 23, 2026. NTB/Javad Parsa via REUTERS OSLO, June 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit has undergone a successful lung transplant and will remain in hospital for several weeks as she begins recovery, Reuters reported, citing doctors at Oslo University Hospital. The 52-year-old wife of Crown Prince Haakon, heir to the Norwegian thron

A worker pilots a small excavator to remove the rubble of a destroyed building in the village of Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, June 16.Mahmoud Zayyat/AFP/Getty Images TEHRAN, June 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iran’s military headquarters warned Israel on Tuesday to end its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon, CNN reported. The warning was published by the semi-official Fars News Agency and attributed to Iran’s top joint military command, the Khata

Russian Frigate Fires Warning Shots at Yacht in Channel, PA Media Reports LONDON, June 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Sailors on board a Russian frigate fired warning shots at a civilian yacht in the Channel after the vessel came near it, PA Media reported on Tuesday, according to Reuters. Britain’s Ministry of Defence did not immediately comment. The report came after British commandos on Sunday boarded and intercepted a sanctioned Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the C

World Defense Show Announces Strategic Partnerships at Eurosatory 2026 PARIS, June 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - World Defense Show announced new strategic partnerships during its participation at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris, as preparations continue for the fourth edition of the defense event in Riyadh in January 2028. World Defense Show, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries, is taking part in Eurosatory from June 15 to 19. The participation aims to en

Saudi Arabia confirms Islamic New Year date as Muharram 1448 begins on June 16 RIYADH, June 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced that Tuesday, June 16, 2026, will mark the first day of Muharram 1448 AH. In a statement, the Supreme Court prayed for the continued success of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The court also prayed for Muslims worldwide to be guided and brou

Final Production Stages of New Kaaba Kiswa Completed in Makkah | 📷SPA MAKKAH, June 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The final stages of producing the new Kaaba Kiswa have been completed at the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa in Makkah. The production process combines advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship in preparing the covering of the Kaaba. Salah Al-Sulami, head of the department for assembling and sewing the Kaaba Kiswa, said the process begins

UK to Ban Social Media Platforms for Users Under 16 LONDON, June 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The United Kingdom announced today that social media platforms will be banned for users under the age of 16, with restrictions also set to apply to gaming and live-streaming platforms. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government would introduce sweeping changes to social media regulations to provide stronger protection for minors online. The measures form part of a broader p

UAE Approves AstraZeneca Breast Cancer Therapy Etcamah ABU DHABI, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Emirates Drug Establishment approved AstraZeneca’s Etcamah, making the UAE the first country in the world to make the treatment option available. Etcamah is an oral targeted therapy for a subset of patients with advanced or metastatic breast cancer who develop an ESR1 gene mutation during endocrine therapy. The treatment is used in combination with a CDK4/6 inhibitor a

A satellite image shows an oil terminal at Kharg Island, Iran, on February 25.2026 Planet Labs PBC/Handout/Reuters RIYADH, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Thursday to take Kharg Island and other Iranian oil infrastructure, while warning that the United States would hit Iran “very hard” as strikes continued between the two countries. Kharg Island, located in the Persian Gulf, handles about 90% of Iran’s crude exports and is cons

India Urges U.S. to Stop Vessel Attacks Near Strait of Hormuz After Seafarers Killed RIYADH, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - India called on the United States to stop attacks on vessels near the Strait of Hormuz after three Indian seafarers were confirmed dead following a U.S. strike on an Iran-linked oil tanker. India lodged a strong protest with Washington after the attack on the MT Settebello, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told a press briefing on Th

Kuwait Says Air Traffic Has Returned to Normal After Precautionary Measures KUWAIT CITY, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Kuwait’s Public Authority of Civil Aviation announced on Thursday that air traffic in Kuwaiti airspace had returned to normal after the circumstances requiring earlier precautionary measures ended. The authority confirmed that normal operations had resumed at Kuwait International Airport, with flights operating according to approved schedules. PACA i

Prince Turki bin Faisal Says Faith and Ethics Are Key to Addressing Global Challenges | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Prince Turki bin Faisal bin Abdulaziz, chairman of the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, said faith and ethics are essential foundations for addressing global challenges. Prince Turki made the remarks during the opening session of the international meeting “From Interfaith Dialogue to Multi-Faith Engagement,” hosted by

King Salman Appoints Nine Judges as Supreme Court Members RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud issued a royal order appointing nine judges as members of the Supreme Court. The judges hold the rank of chief judge of a court of appeal. Minister of Justice and Chairman of the Supreme Judicial Council Walid Al-Samaani expressed gratitude to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their cont

Ghazi Al-Gosaibi Award Honors Third Edition Winners in Riyadh | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Ghazi Al-Gosaibi Award honored the winners of its third edition during a ceremony held at Al Yamamah University in Riyadh. Three initiatives and entities were recognized in the literature, development and management, and volunteering categories, with total prize money of SAR300,000. Adab digital platform won the literature category, while Falak I

Cultural House in Jazan Hosts Program on Venus-Jupiter Conjunction | 📷SPA JAZAN, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Cultural House in Jazan hosted an astronomical phenomena program, bringing together astronomy enthusiasts and skywatchers to observe the peak of the Venus-Jupiter conjunction. The program was organized by the Space and Astronomy Club of the Harf Educational Association and focused on one of the most visible celestial events in the night sky. Participant

More Than 18,000 Poinciana Trees Enhance Najran Urban Landscape NAJRAN, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — More than 18,000 poinciana trees are contributing to the urban and environmental landscape of Najran, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The trees, known for their red flowers and dense green foliage, line streets, parks and public gardens across the region. They have contributed to improving the urban scene, supporting quality of life and attracting visitors to public

Thunderstorms Forecast Over Parts of Saudi Highlands RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Thunderstorms may occur over parts of the highlands of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, according to the National Center for Meteorology. Gusty winds are expected in parts of those regions, as well as parts of Madinah, Riyadh, Al-Jouf and Northern Borders regions. Parts of the Eastern Region are expected to record hot to very hot weather. Over the Red Sea, winds will be

Saudi Royal Reserve Records More Than 40 Arabian Sand Gazelle Births | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority recorded more than 40 Arabian sand gazelle births from the beginning of 2026 through the end of the first quarter, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The authority said the births reflect progress in endangered species reintroduction programs and efforts to conserve biodiversity w