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SPA RIYADH, December 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Saudi Falcons Club announced the addition of two competition rounds for Mongolian falcons in the Al-Milwah (400-metre) race at the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025. The festival will be held from December 25, 2025, to January 10, 2026, at the club’s headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. The new rounds reflect the festival’s expansion in competitive categories and the diversification of participants. The Mongol

SPA RIYADH, December 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Cabinet, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has approved the cancellation of the expat levy on foreign workers employed in licensed industrial establishments, based on a recommendation by the Council of Economic and Development Affairs. The decision reflects continued support for the industrial sector and aims to strengthen the sustainabilit

RIYADH, December 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s condemnation of the Israeli occupation authorities’ approval of the construction of 19 settlements in the occupied West Bank, describing the move as a violation of relevant United Nations resolutions. The Kingdom reiterated its call on the international community to assume its responsibility to put an end to these violations. Saudi Arabia also affirmed it

SPA WASHINGTON, December 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) floated the His Majesty King Saud ship, the first vessel under the Tuwaiq Project, in the U.S. state of Wisconsin, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Tuwaiq Project includes the construction of four multi-mission combat ships for the RSNF. The flotation ceremony was attended by Chief of Naval Staff Lieutenant General Mohammed Al-Ghuraibi, along with senior Saudi and U.S. military

SPA RIYADH, December 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Saudi Falcons Club announced the introduction of two competition rounds for Mongolian falcons within the Al-Malwah (400-metre lure) race at the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025. The festival will be held from December 25, 2025, to January 10, 2026, at the club’s headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. The two rounds reflect the festival’s expansion and diversification of competition categories. A total of SAR 33

SPA MAKKAH, December 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Kidana Track recorded 56,505 visitors over the weekend, underscoring its emergence as a community destination for citizens, residents, and visitors to the Grand Mosque. The project is an initiative developed by Kidana Development Company, the executive arm of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites, with the aim of activating the holy sites throughout the year and transforming them into accessible urba

SPA RIYADH, December 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met at his office in Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh with President of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of the Republic of the Sudan Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan and his accompanying delegation. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the latest developments in the Republic of the Sudan, their implications, and efforts aimed

SPA Riyadh, December 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Developmental Housing Foundation (Sakan) announced the launch of the first phase of housing unit handovers to beneficiaries across Saudi Arabia, in implementation of directives issued by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The move follows a personal donation of SAR 1 billion made by the Crown Prince to the foundation th

SPA Riyadh, December 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met on Sunday in Riyadh with Wang Yi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed bilateral relations and discussed ways to further develop cooperation in a manner that serves the mutual interests of both countries. They also exchanged views on recent regional

Riyadh, December 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Sunday condemned a terrorist attack that targeted security forces of the Syrian Arab Republic and the United States during a joint counterterrorism field patrol near Palmyra, which resulted in casualties and injuries. In a statement, the ministry expressed the Kingdom’s strong condemnation of the attack and reiterated its rejection of terrorism in all its forms

SPA Makkah, December 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has introduced identification bracelets for children arriving at the Grand Mosque, as part of measures to enhance visitor safety and facilitate prompt assistance in cases of separation. The bracelets include contact details for guardians, enabling staff to quickly identify and reunite children with their companions if they becom

SPA Riyadh, December 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi Falcons Club has announced the introduction of a schools round in the Al-Milwah race (400 meters) as part of the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025, in a move aimed at expanding youth participation and promoting falconry heritage among students. The festival is scheduled to take place from December 25, 2025, to January 10, 2026, at the club’s headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. According to the club, the

SPA Hail, December 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Hail region is recording growth across multiple economic sectors, supported by its strategic location, varied terrain and favorable climate, which have contributed to rising investment in tourism, agriculture, industry and transport infrastructure. Tourism activity in the region increased significantly in 2025, with more than three million visitors recorded in the first half of the year, according to local au

SPA Makkah, December 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The imam of the Grand Mosque in Makkah on Friday urged worshippers to uphold noble character and moral values, stressing that social cohesion and stability depend on strong family structures, the preservation of traditions, and the proper upbringing of children. Sheikh Saleh bin Humaid said that noble character is defined by a balance of strength, mercy and courage, alongside a firm commitment to truth. He noted that such

A displaced Palestinian man clears muddy water in a flooded tent camp on a rainy day in Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, December 12, 2025. REUTERS/Mahmoud Issa Geneva, December 12, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Hundreds of thousands of displaced people in Gaza are facing flooding of tents and makeshift shelters following heavy rainfall, while materials needed to reinforce shelters remain restricted from entering the enclave, the International Organization for Migration (I

SPA Makkah, December 12, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Grand Mosque in Makkah, covering more than 1.8 million square meters and accommodating over 2.5 million worshippers, offers a range of integrated services aimed at facilitating the movement of pilgrims and supporting the safe performance of rituals. The services are overseen by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques. Measures include clearly d

SPA Riyadh, December 12, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Under the directives of Northern Borders Region Governor Prince Faisal bin Khalid bin Sultan, the region’s principality is participating in the 10th King Abdulaziz Camel Festival through a dedicated pavilion hosted within the Ministry of Interior’s Security Oasis Exhibition. The pavilion presents elements of the Northern Borders Region’s cultural heritage alongside initiatives linked to quality of life. Displays inc

SPA Riyadh, December 11, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s camel lexicon includes a wide range of terms used to classify camels according to age, gender, breed, color, number, purpose and health condition, reflecting the depth of the Kingdom’s camel heritage. Age-based terminology includes “Hiwar” for young camels up to six months old, with additional designations applied as camels reach later development stages between six and eight years. Gender-specific te

SPA Riyadh, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, inaugurated new facilities at King Salman Air Base in the central sector during a ceremony held in Riyadh on Tuesday. The project forms part of strategic development initiatives aimed at strengthening the combat readiness of the Royal Saudi Air Force. Upon arrival at the base, HRH the Crown Prince was received by Min

Tokyo, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northeastern Japan late Monday night, injuring 30 people and generating tsunami waves that reached up to 70 centimetres along the Pacific coast, according to the Japanese government. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake occurred at 11:15 p.m. off the eastern coast of Aomori Prefecture at a depth of 54 kilometres. The agency warned that another earthquake of similar or stron