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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulates India’s President Murmu on Republic Day
SPA Riyadh, Jan 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a message of congratulations to Indian President Droupadi Murmu on India’s Republic Day. The Crown Prince wished the president continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of India steady progress and prosperity.
Jan 261 min read


Gulf Cooperation Council security agencies begin “Arabian Gulf Security 4” exercise in Qatar
SPA Doha, Jan 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The joint tactical exercise of security agencies from Gulf Cooperation Council member states, titled “Arabian Gulf Security 4,” began on Sunday in Qatar. Security leaders, officers and representatives from participating agencies attended the opening ceremony, according to the organisers. Saudi Arabia is taking part with a specialised security force from the Ministry of Interior and the Presidency of State Security, with the exer
Jan 261 min read


Makkah municipality completes rehabilitation of Al-Misfalah Park
SPA Makkah, Jan 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Holy Makkah Municipality has completed the rehabilitation of Al-Misfalah Park as part of broader efforts to strengthen the city’s urban landscape and improve quality of life for residents and visitors. The project covers more than 54,000 square metres and includes expanded green areas with more than 1,000 trees selected to suit the Makkah environment, increasing vegetation cover and improving the park’s visual setting. Wor
Jan 261 min read


Saudi Arabia launches “Coming to Umrah?” campaign ahead of Ramadan peak season
SPA Riyadh, Jan 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Hajj and Umrah system has launched the “Coming to Umrah?” awareness campaign as part of preparations for the peak season during the holy month of Ramadan, aiming to improve services and the overall Umrah experience. The campaign seeks to enhance Umrah performers’ awareness of services, procedures, guidelines and proper conduct across all stages of the journey, from planning and arrival to departure, according to
Jan 261 min read


Saudi education minister opens second Education and Training Investment Forum in Riyadh
SPA Riyadh, Jan 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Education Minister Yousef Al-Benyan inaugurated the second Education and Training Investment Forum on Sunday, a two-day event bringing together leaders, decision-makers, investors and experts to advance investment in the Kingdom’s education sector. In his opening remarks, Al-Benyan said the forum supports efforts to transform education into an economic driver aligned with the Human Capability Development Program and Saudi Visi
Jan 261 min read


Saudi minister calls for policy, investment and technology integration to meet rising critical minerals demand
SPA Riyadh, January 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef said meeting rapidly growing global demand for critical minerals requires integrating government policy, long-term investment and advanced technologies, alongside stronger supply chains and infrastructure. Alkhorayef made the remarks during a dialogue session on the future of minerals at the Saudi House pavilion on the sidelines of the World
Jan 242 min read


Almond blossoms spread across Aseer highlands as farmers expect strong harvest
SPA Riyadh, January 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – White and pink almond blossoms have spread across the highlands of Saudi Arabia’s Aseer region during the winter season, covering agricultural terraces and mountain slopes and drawing visitors to the area’s mountain landscapes. Almond trees are cultivated across several mountainous areas, including Al-Soudah, Balsamer, Tanomah and Al-Namas, where geography and climate support their growth. The crop is closely associa
Jan 241 min read


Saudi mosque authority launches digital system to manage Ramadan iftar donations
SPA Riyadh, January 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched a digital mechanism to organise the Ramadan iftar programme for fasting individuals, aiming to strengthen governance, transparency and operational efficiency. The authority developed the system in collaboration with the Ehsan National Platform for Charitable Work and the Nusuk Foundation. Under the mechanism, i
Jan 241 min read


Saudi cultural fund highlights economic role of culture at Davos
SPA Riyadh, January 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Development Fund (CDF) concluded its participation at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos on Thursday, after hosting a series of activities at the Saudi House focused on positioning culture as an economic growth driver. The fund engaged more than 200 international experts, including economists and investors, through a programme that included a networking breakfast, a panel discu
Jan 242 min read


Saudi crown prince receives written message from Bahrain’s king
SPA Riyadh, January 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a written message from Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on relations between the two countries, according to an official readout. The message was received by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji during a meeting in Riyadh on Wednesday with Bahrain’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Shaikh Ali bin Abdulrahman bin Ali Al Khalifa. They reviewed bil
Jan 231 min read


Funeral prayers held at Grand Mosque in Makkah for Prince Faisal bin Turki
SPA Riyadh, January 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Funeral prayers were held on Thursday at the Grand Mosque in Makkah for Prince Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud bin Faisal Al Saud. Makkah Region Deputy Governor Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz performed the prayer after Maghrib, alongside Eastern Region Governor Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Taif Governor Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Jeddah Governor Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jala
Jan 231 min read


Saudi foreign minister signs “Board of Peace” charter at WEF alongside Trump
SPA DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah signed the founding charter of the “Board of Peace” during a launch ceremony on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump and leaders and representatives of several countries. The signing was presented as support for the peace initiative led by the U.S. president and as a r
Jan 221 min read


78.8 million visited Two Holy Mosques in Rajab, Saudi authority says
SPA RIYADH, Jan 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque said total visitors to the Two Holy Mosques reached 78,843,425 during Rajab 1447 AH, citing strong attendance and the performance of its operational and organisational plans. The authority said the figure covers all worship and visitation sites. It reported 14,875,003 Umrah performers completed rituals, while 34,954,367 worship
Jan 221 min read


Prince William to make first official visit to Saudi Arabia, Kensington Palace says
Prince William's next steps have been announced by Kensington Palace Michael Regan - UEFA/Getty Images LONDON, Jan 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Britain’s Prince William, the Prince of Wales, will make a solo visit to Saudi Arabia from Feb. 9 to Feb. 11, Kensington Palace said, in what will be his first official trip to the kingdom. The visit will focus on trade, energy and investment ties between the two countries, the palace said. The trip comes as William takes o
Jan 221 min read


Dubai Culture chair Sheikha Latifa meets Bahraini delegation at WEF in Davos
WAM DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met a Bahraini delegation participating in the World Economic Forum in Davos, led by H.H. Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, minister of the Prime Minister’s Court. The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a member of the Board of Trustees of the M
Jan 211 min read


Saudi, Turkish, Egyptian and other ministers back joining Trump-led “Board of Peace” on Gaza plan
DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates announced a joint decision to join U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s “Board of Peace,” saying they welcomed an invitation sent to their leaders. In a joint statement, the ministers said each country will sign the joining documents in line with its national legal and procedural requirements. Egypt,
Jan 211 min read


Royal Court announces death of Prince Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud bin Faisal Al Saud
SPA Riyadh, Jan 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Royal Court issued a statement announcing the death of Prince Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud bin Faisal Al Saud. The funeral prayer will be performed on Thursday, 3/8/1447 AH, after Maghrib prayer at the Grand Mosque in Makkah.
Jan 211 min read


Macron warns of “world without rules” in Davos speech
France's President Emmanuel Macron attends the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2026. REUTERS Davos, Jan 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – French President Emmanuel Macron said the world is moving away from rules and international law, warning at the World Economic Forum in Davos that power politics and “imperial ambitions” were resurfacing. Macron said the shift was toward a world “without rules” where international law
Jan 201 min read


Saudi Arabia Expected to Sight Crescent Moon Marking Start of Shaban
SPA Jeddah, Jan 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The crescent moon marking the start of Shaban is expected to be visible after sunset on Monday, appearing low on the southwestern horizon, the Jeddah Astronomy Society said. Society director Eng. Majed Abu Zahra said the moon reached its central conjunction phase on Sunday, Rajab 29, 1447 AH, at 10:51 p.m. Makkah time, marking the moment the moon moves from west to east of the sun and signaling the start of a new lunar m
Jan 201 min read


Saudi Cabinet Reviews Regional Developments, Approves New Cooperation Agreements
SPA Riyadh, Jan. 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session in Riyadh on Monday, the Saudi Press Agency said. The Cabinet reviewed a letter sent by Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and took note of a telephone discussion between the Crown Prince and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa. Ministers welcomed t
Jan 202 min read
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