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Absher records 49.1 million transactions in August 2026 RIYADH, September 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Absher platform recorded 49,118,832 electronic transactions in August through Absher Individuals and Absher Business, the Ministry of Interior said in figures carried by SPA. Absher Individuals accounted for 46,379,060 transactions. That figure included 37,117,035 views of the digital document wallet in the Absher application. Absher Business record

Saudi Arabia condemns actions at Al-Aqsa and Israeli statements on annexation RIYADH, September 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia condemned what its Foreign Ministry described as continued provocative actions by Israeli officials and a group of extremist settlers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, as well as Israeli statements about annexing areas in southern Lebanon and Gaza, SPA reported. The ministry said the actions at Al-Aqsa took place under the protection of Israeli

Saudifood exhibitions bring 37 Italian companies to Jeddah | 📷SPA JEDDAH, September 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudifood Show and Saudifood Manufacturing exhibitions are under way at Jeddah Superdome, with 37 Italian companies taking part, SPA reported. The events bring food products, ingredients and manufacturing technologies together at the same venue in a strategic partnership with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON). It

International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition to open near Riyadh on October 1 | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Preparations are under way for the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026, which will run from October 1 to 10 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, north of Riyadh, SPA reported. The exhibition will open daily from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. The 197,000-square-metre exhibition will include areas for

Saudi foreign minister arrives in Washington for official visit WASHINGTON, September 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah arrived in Washington on Monday for an official visit and is due to meet U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, SPA reported. The two ministers are expected to discuss bilateral relations and key regional and international developments.

Thunderstorms and flash floods forecast in parts of Saudi Arabia RIYADH, September 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Moderate to heavy thunderstorms could cause flash floods in parts of Saudi Arabia’s Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions on Monday, the National Center for Meteorology said in a forecast carried by SPA. The storms may bring hail and gusty winds that stir up dust. Light to moderate rain is also possible in parts of Madinah Region. Thunderclouds may for

Saudi Arabia condemns attack on security checkpoint in Pakistan RIYADH, September 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia condemned an attack on a security checkpoint in Pakistan’s Dera Ismail Khan district that killed several people, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement carried by SPA. The ministry reiterated the Kingdom’s rejection of terrorism and extremism and expressed solidarity with Pakistan in its efforts to maintain security and stab

AlUla wins gold for nature-focused tourism at 2026 ICRT Awards | 📷SPA ALULA, September 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — AlUla has won gold in the Nature Positive category at the 2026 International Centre for Responsible Tourism Awards for its approach to protecting natural ecosystems while developing tourism. More than half of AlUla’s approximately 22,561 square kilometres has been designated as nature reserves. Conservation work has included planting over 500,000 nat

Riyadh Season 2026 to Open October 21 With 10 Weeks of Events RIYADH, September 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh Season 2026 will open on Wednesday, October 21, with a 10-week programme of sports, concerts and performances, General Entertainment Authority chairman Turki Alalshikh announced. The seventh edition will include boxing and wrestling matches, UFC bouts and the Six Kings Slam tennis tournament. Concerts, theatre, comedy and activities for children and f

UAE documentary And Hope Remains wins 2026 Cannes Corporate Media & TV Award CANNES, France, September 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — And Hope Remains, a documentary produced by the UAE’s International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council, has won the Digital Documentaries category at the 2026 Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards. Mohammed Jalal Al Rayssi, chairman of the Council’s Media Committee, accepted the award on its behalf at the winners’ ceremony held in Can

France's President Emmanuel Macron addresses the audience during a press conference at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris, France, on September 18, 2026. THOMAS SAMSON/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo PARIS, September 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — France will send soldiers, radar systems and defence systems to help protect Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea port of Yanbu, President Emmanuel Macron said in a television interview on Thursday. “We are going to send military resour

Saudi Arabia records 13,628 residency, labor and border violations in September 17–23 inspections RIYADH, September 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi authorities recorded 13,628 violations of residency, labor and border security regulations during inspections across the Kingdom from September 17 to 23, the Ministry of Interior said. The total comprised 6,593 residency violations, 3,531 border security violations and 3,504 labor law violations. Border authorities a

Saudi Crown Prince Calls Dubai Ruler to Offer Condolences DUBAI, September 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Thursday to offer condolences on the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, SPA and WAM reported. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid thanked the crown prince for his condolences. Source: SPA/WAM

Saudi, Spanish Foreign Ministers Discuss Regional Crisis in New York | 📷SPA NEW YORK, September 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares Bueno in New York on Thursday to discuss regional developments and efforts to limit the effects of the current crisis, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The ministers also reviewed relations between Saudi Arabia and Spain during their meeting on t

Al-Qadsiah National Day Carnival Draws More Than 25,000 Visitors | 📷SPA AL-KHOBAR, September 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — More than 25,000 people visited Al-Qadsiah Club’s two-day Saudi National Day carnival at its headquarters in Al-Khobar, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The event featured folk performances, family activities, competitions and traditional hospitality across themed areas. Source: SPA

Weather Alert Issued for Makkah as Rain, Hail and Flash Floods Forecast MAKKAH, September 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology issued an alert for Makkah on Friday, forecasting moderate rain, hail, thunderstorms and possible flash floods, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The center also warned of strong winds and visibility falling to near zero. It said the conditions were expected to last until 11 p.m. Source: SPA

Taif Governor Joins Saudi National Day Celebration | 📷SPA TAIF, September 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Taif Governor Prince Fawaz bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz attended the governorate’s Saudi National Day celebration alongside military commanders, government officials and residents, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The event included an exhibition, musical performances, speeches and poetry recitations. It ended with a Saudi Ardah performance, in which Prince Fawaz joi

Saudi Ambassador Presents Credentials to Sweden’s King | 📷SPA STOCKHOLM, September 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Aseil bint Sultan Al-Shehail presented her credentials as Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Sweden to King Carl XVI Gustaf at the Royal Palace in Stockholm, the Saudi Press Agency reported. During the meeting, Al-Shehail conveyed greetings from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the Swedish monarch. Source: SPA

Air France Extends Riyadh Flight Suspension Through September 28 PARIS, September 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Air France has extended the suspension of flights to and from Riyadh through September 28 as it monitors the security situation in the Middle East, Arabian Business reported. Flights to and from Dubai remain suspended through October 13. The airline plans to resume Beirut services on September 26, while its Tel Aviv flights are operating normally. Passenge

Riyadh’s Boulevard City Lit Green for Saudi National Day | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Boulevard City in Riyadh was lit green for Saudi National Day, with lights on building facades and walkways as visitors marked the occasion. Saudi flags were displayed across the venue, while digital screens showed National Day messages, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The celebrations were part of National Day events across the capital. Source: SPA