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SPA MAKKAH, February 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Hira Cultural District hosted an evening dedicated to Arabic literature and rhetoric on Saturday, drawing scholars and specialized audiences for discussions on classical language and literary heritage. The event formed part of the district’s ongoing cultural programming aimed at supporting Makkah’s literary scene through forums that connect Arab heritage with contemporary intellectual discourse. SPA

SPA DAMASCUS, February 7, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi low-cost carrier flynas signed an agreement on Saturday with Syria’s General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport to establish a new commercial airline, flynas Syria, with operations scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. The signing took place in the presence of Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa and was framed as part of broader Saudi-Syrian economic cooperation and investment coordination

RIYADH, February 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior recorded 20,237 violations of residency, labor and border security regulations during inspection campaigns conducted from January 29 to February 4. The total included 12,687 residency violations, 4,318 border security violations and 3,232 labor-related violations. Border authorities detained 1,555 people attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally, including 40% Yemenis, 57% Ethiopians a

SPA JEDDAH, February 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT) awarded Jeddah and Taif the title of World Region of Gastronomy 2027 after both cities met the institute’s criteria for sustainable regional development through gastronomy. The designation covers economic, cultural, social and environmental dimensions, and marks a new milestone for Saudi culinary-sector visibility on international platforms.

SPA DAMASCUS, February 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan inaugurated Saudi Arabia’s pavilion as guest of honor at the Damascus International Book Fair 2026 in the Syrian capital. The opening took place in the presence of Syrian Culture Minister Mohammed Yassin Saleh and Qatari Culture Minister Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad bin Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani. Saudi Arabia is this year’s guest of honor at the fair, which

SPA DAMASCUS, February 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan at the Conference Palace in Damascus on Thursday, on the sidelines of the opening of the Damascus International Book Fair 2026, where Saudi Arabia is the guest of honor. Prince Bader conveyed greetings from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince

SPA LJUBLJANA, February 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon during an official visit to Ljubljana. The two sides reviewed bilateral relations and discussed avenues to strengthen and expand cooperation across multiple sectors. During the visit, Saudi Arabia and Slovenia signed a general cooperation agreement to deepen join

SPA RIYADH, February 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned a terrorist bombing that targeted a mosque in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, and resulted in deaths and injuries. The ministry reaffirmed the Kingdom’s rejection of attacks on places of worship, intimidation of civilians, and the shedding of innocent blood, and expressed solidarity with Pakistan against violence, extremism and terrorism. It also extended condolence

SPA RIYADH, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Saudi Media Forum 2026 recorded 65,603 visitors and received official recognition from Guinness World Records, marking a new attendance milestone for the event. The achievement was announced at the forum’s closing ceremony, which also included recognition of partners and sponsors and presentation of the Saudi Media Award. The event brought together media professionals, content creators, entrepreneurs, experts and

RIYADH, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Riyadh Air and Mastercard unveiled an alliance on Thursday linking payments, travel and technology, with both sides positioning the partnership as a platform for consumer payments, premium airport services and next-generation B2B travel payments. A Riyadh Air press release described the partnership as part of a broader plan to build an integrated financial and payment ecosystem tied to the airline’s digital-first operati

WAM DUBAI, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany and UAE Culture Minister Sheikh Salem Al Qasimi highlighted culture as a central driver of social cohesion, sustainable development and cross-border dialogue during a World Governments Summit 2026 session in Dubai. The session, titled “What Role Does Culture Play in Shaping the Future of Humanity?”, addressed the role of education, science and culture in reducing conflict risks

WAM DUBAI, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Ageing could be treated as a medical condition rather than an unavoidable process, Harvard geneticist David Sinclair told the World Governments Summit in Dubai on Thursday, outlining plans for human trials aimed at reversing biological ageing. Speaking in a session titled “The Science of Living Longer and Better,” Sinclair said advances in biotechnology are accelerating efforts to prevent and potentially reverse age-r

WAM DUBAI, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Global content creators and media figures at the World Governments Summit 2026 said leadership in the digital era is increasingly defined by trust-building, active listening and clear communication, rather than control. In a session titled “What Does the World Watch Now,” Gallup Chief Executive Jon Clifton joined Raj Shamani, founder of Figuring Out Media, content creator Gstaad Guy and actress Meryem Uzerli to disc

WAM DUBAI, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum presented the Global Teacher Prize 2026 to Indian educator Rouble Nagi during the World Governments Summit in Dubai, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The tenth edition of the prize carries an award of US$1 million and is presented by GEMS Education. During the ceremony, Sheikh Hamdan framed the award as recognition of educators’ role i

WAM DUBAI, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Leaders speaking at the World Governments Summit 2026 identified resilience, rapid reform, innovation and diversified international partnerships as core requirements for countries seeking to remain competitive in a multipolar global system. The panel, titled “From Reform to Results: How Nations Rise,” featured Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Serbian Prime Minister Đuro Macut, moderated by Maria Tadeo of Eurone

WAM DUBAI, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan presented Paraguayan President Santiago Peña Palacios with the Most Reformed Government Global Award at the World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai. The summit ran from February 3 to February 5 with high-level international participation. The award is positioned among the summit’s top honours and recognizes national progress in governance quality, transparency, sustainab

SPA DAMASCUS, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan met Syrian Culture Minister Mohammed Yassin Saleh in Damascus on Thursday during an official visit tied to the Damascus International Book Fair 2026, where Saudi Arabia is guest of honor. Prince Badr congratulated his Syrian counterpart on the launch of the fair and conveyed best wishes for further progress and prosperity for Syria. The two sides reaffir

SPA WASHINGTON, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Alkhorayef represented Saudi Arabia at an international ministerial meeting on critical minerals hosted by the U.S. Department of State in Washington. The meeting addressed global challenges linked to securing critical minerals and rare earth elements, with a focus on stronger international coordination to improve the resilience of critical-mineral sup

SPA RIYADH, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a message of condolence and sympathy to King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan following the death of former prime minister Ahmad Obeidat. The Crown Prince conveyed condolences to King Abdullah II and to the family of the deceased, and prayed for mercy and forgiveness for Obeidat and for patience and solace f

SPA RIYADH, February 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of condolence and sympathy to King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan following the death of former prime minister Ahmad Obeidat. King Salman extended condolences to King Abdullah II and to the family of the deceased, and prayed for mercy and forgiveness for Obeidat and patience and solace for his family.