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SPA MAKKAH, December 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The total number of worshippers and visitors to the Two Holy Mosques during Jumada Al Akhira 1447 AH reached 68,741,853, according to data released by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque. The authority said that worshippers at the Grand Mosque numbered 30,016,073 during the month, including 94,776 worshippers in Hijr Ismail (Al-Hateem). The number of Umrah perform

SPA RIYADH, December 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The falconry section at the Northern Borders Region’s pavilion attracted strong visitor interest at an exhibition organised by the Ministry of Interior, with attendees gathering to view the falcons and learn about the region’s cultural heritage. Visitors were seen taking commemorative photographs with the falcons on display and engaging with information presented on falconry traditions, which hold a longstanding place in

SPA MADINAH, December 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – More than 23 million worshippers performed prayers at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah during the month of Jumada Al Akhira, according to official statistics. Figures released by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques showed that 1,319,653 worshippers visited Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa during the same period. Authorities said a comprehensive system of operational and organisational services wa

SPA RIYADH, December 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Common Ground Festival opened on Wednesday at Malfa Hall in Misk City, Riyadh, as part of the Saudi-China Cultural Year, according to the Ministry of Culture. The festival, which runs until January 6, 2026, aims to highlight cultural exchange between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the People’s Republic of China through exhibitions and live performances exploring shared traditions and artistic expressions. Organisers

SPA MAKKAH, December 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – More than 11.9 million Umrah rituals were performed during the month of Jumada Al Akhira by pilgrims from inside and outside Saudi Arabia, according to official statistics released by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in partnership with the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques. The data showed that more than 1.7 million Umrah performers arrived from outside the Kingdom during the same period

SPA JAZAN, December 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Jazan Festival 2026 will begin on Thursday with a parade along the Jazan Waterfront, marking the official launch of the event, which will run until late February 2026. The festival will feature a wide programme of events across the Jazan region, combining cultural heritage, tourism activities and entertainment initiatives aimed at attracting visitors throughout the season. According to organisers, the festival calendar

spa RIYADH, December 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025 will begin on Thursday at the Saudi Falcons Club in Malham, north of Riyadh, running until January 10, 2026. Recognised as the world’s largest falconry gathering, the festival will feature 139 competition rounds and offer 1,012 prizes with a total value exceeding 38 million Saudi riyals. Competitions will be held across two main categories: the Al-Milwah race over a distance of 40

SPA RIYADH, December 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Development Authority Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz visited several locations within the reserve, including historical landmarks and the recently accredited dark sky site in the Great Nafud Desert. The dark sky site has been accredited by DarkSky International, recognising efforts to pr

SPA RIYADH, December 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Directorate of Border Guard presented a range of maritime safety equipment at the Security Oasis exhibition, held under the Ministry of Interior as part of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival. The display focused on equipment designed to enhance personal safety and improve emergency preparedness during maritime activities, including sailing and diving. Visitors were introduced to a number of systems used in sear

SPA RIYADH, December 21, 2025 (SABN) – Saudi Coffee Company, a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund, has launched the third edition of the Saudi Sip of Excellence (Gems of Saudi) in cooperation with the Alliance for Coffee Excellence (ACE), the company said. The competition aims to support Saudi coffee farmers, raise crop quality and strengthen the Kingdom’s standing in specialty coffee production, the company said. Saudi Coffee Company said the initiative builds on two e

RIYADH, December 20, 2025 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior said inspection campaigns carried out nationwide between Dec. 11 and 17 recorded 17,880 violations of residency, labor and border security regulations. The ministry said 11,190 of the violations were linked to residency rules, 2,889 to labor laws and 3,801 to border security. Border authorities also intercepted 1,509 people attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally, the ministry said, adding that 44% were

SPA RIYADH, December 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Absher platform ranked first in Saudi Arabia’s Digital Transformation Index 2025, with the Kingdom recording a compliance rate of 88.30% and a digital experience maturity score exceeding 86%, according to remarks by Dr. Esam bin Abdullah Alwagait at the Absher Conference 2025. The index, issued by the Digital Government Authority, measures the level of digital transformation across government entities. Saudi Arabia al

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