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SPA Kuwait City, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Amir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah congratulated Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the occasion of Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day. In two messages, Sheikh Meshal praised Saudi Arabia’s international standing, its contributions to development and its role in sup

SPA Riyadh, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior recorded 19,101 violations of residency, labour and border security laws during inspection campaigns carried out across the Kingdom between February 12 and 18. The ministry recorded 12,153 residency violations, 4,103 border security violations and 2,845 labour law violations. Border authorities apprehended 1,663 people attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally, including 45% Yemen

SPA Madinah, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque prepared an integrated parking system at the Prophet’s Mosque supported by 24-hour smart monitoring technologies. The parking facility comprises 24 designated units, each accommodating 184 vehicles. The site is equipped with more than 1,000 fire extinguishers and hoses and 700 smart surveillance cameras to support safety

SPA Riyadh, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Historical accounts show that the imams of the Saudi state placed strong emphasis on religious observance and charitable giving during the month of Ramadan since the nation’s founding. Records indicate they prioritised congregational prayers, encouraged fasting and reinforced the importance of Zakat as a pillar of Islam and a mechanism for social solidarity. Support was extended to religious study circles, scholars,

SPA Muscat, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman sent congratulations to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the occasion of Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day. In his message, the sultan offered congratulations and best wishes and prayed for lasting stability, progress and prosperity for the Kingdom and its people.

SPA Madinah, February 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud visited Quba Mosque in Madinah and performed the two-unit prayer of greeting. He was accompanied by Madinah Region Governor Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State and Cabinet Member Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz,

SPA Riyadh, February 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud donated a total of SAR70 million to the sixth edition of the National Campaign for Charitable Work through the National Platform for Charitable Work (Ehsan), which was launched on Friday in Riyadh. King Salman donated SAR40 million and the crown prince donated SAR30

SPA Makkah, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Grand Mosque in Makkah has 13 minarets ranging in height from 98 to 137 meters, forming a skyline shaped by traditional Islamic design and modern engineering, with the towers positioned across major entrances. Each minaret follows a five-part structure consisting of a base, a primary balcony, a slender shaft, a secondary balcony and a crowning cap topped with a crescent moon. The minarets serve the religious fun

SPA Riyadh, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz awarded the King Abdulaziz Medal of Excellent Class to retired General Michael Kurilla, the former commander of the United States Central Command, following directives from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The award was presented during a ceremony held after Kurilla was received at the defense minister’s office in Riyad

SPA Madinah, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, visited the Prophet’s Mosque today and performed prayers at the site. Upon arrival, HRH the Crown Prince was received by Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque; Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfig Al-Rabiah; and a number of the mosque’s imams and

SPA Riyadh, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News)  – The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has called on businesses with annual supplies exceeding SAR40 million to submit their Value Added Tax (VAT) returns for January 2026 by February 28. ZATCA warned that late submissions will be subject to penalties ranging from 5% to 25% of the tax due. The authority encouraged taxpayers to file and pay through its official website or mobile application to ensure complianc

SPA Riyadh, February 19, 2026 (SABN)  – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, following the recommendation of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has directed the disbursement of more than SAR3 billion in Ramadan assistance to social security beneficiaries. The initiative aims to support families during the holy month, ensuring their basic needs are met. Under the directive, heads

SPA Riyadh, February 18 (SABN) – Saudia Airlines has signed a five-year strategic partnership with Six Flags and Aquarabia Qiddiya City, becoming the official premier partner in the airline category. The agreement includes the development of special travel packages to enable visitors to experience the Kingdom’s world-class attractions. As part of the partnership, Saudia will feature special aircraft branding across its fleet, bringing the spirit of Six Flags and Aquarabia Qid

SPA Jeddah, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Jeddah Airports Company has approved the operational plan for King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) to manage the 1447 AH Umrah peak season, ensuring the efficient handling of pilgrims during Ramadan. The plan covers three main terminals: the Hajj and Umrah Terminal Complex, Terminal 1, and the North Terminal. To expedite processing, the airport will operate 407 baggage check-in counters and 463 passport contr

SPA Riyadh, February 18, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The King Abdulaziz Public Library will open a specialized exhibition on horses and equestrianism on Tuesday to mark Founding Day. The exhibition will be held at the library’s Khurais Road branch and is scheduled to run until the end of August 2026. It will feature an extensive collection of the library’s holdings on equestrian history, including manuscripts, photographs, historical documents, Islamic miniatures, and

SPA Riyadh, February 16 (SABN) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, provided two donations totaling SAR150 million through the Jood Eskan platform. The contributions support national efforts and initiatives aimed at providing suitable housing for eligible families across the Kingdom. On the occasion, Minister of Municipalities and Housing

Riyadh, February 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court confirmed on Tuesday the sighting of the Ramadan crescent moon, declaring that the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH will begin on Wednesday, February 18. The decision follows observations by the Kingdom’s moon-sighting committee, with witnesses confirming the crescent on the evening of Tuesday, 29 Sha’ban 1447 AH. The Royal Court extended its greetings to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King

Riyadh, February 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court confirmed on Tuesday the sighting of the Ramadan crescent moon, announcing that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Wednesday, February 18. The announcement follows reports from the Kingdom’s moon-sighting committee that credible witnesses observed the crescent on the evening of Tuesday, 29 Sha’ban 1447 AH, corresponding to February 17. In an official statement issued by the Royal Court,

SPA Jeddah, February 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud  arrived in Jeddah  today from Riyadh. At King Abdulaziz International Airport, the King was received by H.H. Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz , Deputy Governor of Makkah Region. Accompanying King Salman were: H.H. Prince Khalid bin Fahd bin Khalid H.H. Prince Mansour bin Saud bin Abdulaziz H.H. Prince Khalid bin Saad bin Fahd H.H. Prince Satam

SPA Riyadh, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has completed its operational and technical preparations for Ramadan 1447 AH under a comprehensive seasonal operational plan. The plan includes service and enrichment projects aimed at improving service quality, raising operational efficiency and meeting safety and reliability standards at the Two Holy Mosques. The plan ta