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SPA Makkah, March 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Hijr Ismail, located on the northern side of the Holy Kaaba inside the Grand Mosque, remains one of the most prominent architectural landmarks associated with the Kaaba and its historical development through the centuries. Historical accounts indicate that the area originally formed part of the Kaaba when Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail raised its foundations, before Quraysh excluded it from the structure during the recon

SPA Riyadh, March 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia has established the Riyadh University for the Arts under a royal order, creating a specialized institution dedicated to culture and the arts in the capital. The university will be based in Riyadh and will operate under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture, according to the announcement carried by the Saudi Press Agency. The institution will function as an independent educational entity with financial and a

SPA AlUla, March 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — AlUla has seen rising demand since the start of Ramadan from residents and visitors seeking quiet surroundings and varied tourism experiences that combine desert landscapes with heritage and historical sites. The governorate’s calm atmosphere has remained one of its main attractions during the holy month, with many fasting visitors choosing places away from the pace of major cities. AlUla’s landscape of mountains, rock format

Riyadh, March 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia recorded 21,320 violations of residency, labor and border security laws during inspection campaigns carried out across the Kingdom between March 5 and March 11, the Ministry of Interior said. The total included 15,339 residency violations, 3,687 border security violations and 2,294 labor law violations, according to the ministry. Border authorities also apprehended 1,683 people attempting to enter the Kingdom illega

SPA Madinah, March 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The qibla wall of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah represents one of the mosque’s prominent architectural elements, reflecting the artistic precision and aesthetic traditions of Islamic architecture. The wall features intricate vegetal ornamentation that decorates its surfaces, forming a unified decorative composition that highlights the craftsmanship and design traditions developed throughout the mosque’s historical expansi

SPA Madinah / Makkah, March 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Imams of Islam’s two holiest mosques on Friday called on Muslims to increase worship and good deeds during the remaining days of the holy month of Ramadan. At the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Imam and Khateeb Sheikh Dr. Ahmed bin Ali Al-Hudhaifi urged worshippers to devote the last nights of Ramadan to prayer, recitation of the Qur’an, charity and remembrance of God, stressing the importance of sincerity in acts of

SPA AlUla, March 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – AlUla governorate holds a rich human and civilizational heritage spanning thousands of years, reflected in rock inscriptions, archaeological sites and ancient trade routes that document the presence of successive civilizations in the region. Rock inscriptions found across AlUla’s mountains and valleys provide a visual record of civilizations that passed through the area, illustrating how early communities documented their liv

SPA Makkah, March 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque is intensifying fragrance and incense operations across the Grand Mosque in Makkah during Ramadan as part of its service plan for worshippers and Umrah performers. Corridors, courtyards and prayer areas of the Grand Mosque are regularly perfumed with traditional Arabian scents including oud oil, musk and amber to enhance the

SPA Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Government buildings and public facilities across the Al-Baha Region were illuminated in green on Wednesday as the Kingdom marked Saudi Flag Day on March 11. National flags were prominently displayed in public squares and along main roads throughout the region as part of the annual observance. The occasion reflects pride in the Saudi national flag, which has symbolized unity and cohesion since the founding of Saudi Ara

SPA Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — King Abdulaziz Road remains one of the most prominent architectural and cultural landmarks in Jeddah, reflecting the city’s historic evolution and long-standing connection to maritime trade. Located in the heart of historic Jeddah, the road has for decades served as a major commercial and social artery linking traditional markets with the seaport. Historic buildings line both sides of the street, showcasing the distinc

SPA Riyadh, March 10, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques said a total of 96,638,865 worshippers and visitors have attended the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque during the first 20 days of Ramadan 1447 AH. The authority said the figures are based on operational indicators measuring entries for prayers and Umrah, reflecting the strong turnout of worshippers during the holy month. The Grand Mosque receiv

SPA Riyadh, March 10, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Maqam Ibrahim remains one of the most prominent religious and historical landmarks inside the Grand Mosque, symbolizing the story of the construction of the Kaaba. According to Islamic tradition, the stone bears the footprint marks of the Prophet Prophet Ibrahim, left while he was building the Kaaba with the help of his son Prophet Ismail. The Maqam holds a special place in Islamic belief and is referenced in the Qur’a

Riyadh, March 10, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia will mark Flag Day on March 11, commemorating the anniversary of King Abdulaziz approving the final design of the national flag in 1937. The occasion was formally designated in 2023 by a royal decree issued by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Saudi Arabia’s national flag has symbolized the state since its founding in 1727. The flag’s green field represents growth and prosperity, while the Shahada reflects pe

SPA Riyadh, March 10, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has activated a comprehensive operational plan for the final 10 days of Ramadan at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque. The plan is based on four main pillars: operational services, maintenance, crowd management and enrichment programs. To manage the expected increase in visitors, authorities are using Internet of Things technology and color-co

RIYADH, March 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Fanatics Flag Football Classic associated with former NFL quarterback Tom Brady has been relocated from Riyadh to Los Angeles, according to a report by Associated Press. The inaugural competition, scheduled for March 21 and expected to feature several players and coaches from the National Football League, had originally been planned at Kingdom Arena. The event will instead take place at BMO Stadium as regional tensions and tr

SPA RIYADH, March 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs renewed Saudi Arabia’s condemnation of Iranian attacks targeting the kingdom, Gulf Cooperation Council states and other countries, according to an official statement issued Monday. The ministry said the attacks cannot be accepted or justified and reaffirmed that Saudi Arabia retains the full right to take all measures necessary to protect its security, sovereignty and the safety of citizens a

SPA RIYADH, March 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s air defenses intercepted and brought down two drones north of Riyadh on Sunday, the Defense Ministry said. Turki Al-Maliki, spokesman for the Saudi Ministry of Defense, said the attempted attacks were thwarted after the drones were shot down north of the capital. No further details were immediately released.

SPA Riyadh, March 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – More than 31 million passengers used transport services in Makkah during the first third of Ramadan 1447 AH, the General Transport Center in the holy city said. The center said shuttle transport services to and from the Grand Mosque and the Makkah bus network carried the passengers as part of efforts to manage movement and facilitate access for residents, visitors and Umrah performers. More than 700,000 trips were opera

SPA RIYADH, March 7, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior recorded 21,022 violations during nationwide inspection campaigns conducted between February 26 and March 4 to enforce residency, labor and border security regulations. The ministry said 15,038 violations were related to residency laws, 3,484 to border security regulations and 2,500 to labor laws. Border authorities apprehended 1,466 individuals attempting to enter the Kingdom illegal

KAHEORG RIYADH, March 7, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The King Abdullah Humanitarian Foundation announced a contribution of SAR 20 million to the sixth edition of the National Campaign for Charitable Work through the “Ehsan” platform, supporting development projects and community initiatives across Saudi Arabia. The foundation said the contribution aims to strengthen sustainable development programs and support humanitarian initiatives within the Kingdom. Chief Executi