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Al-Ahsa Holds Parade for Saudi National Day
Al-Ahsa Holds Parade for Saudi National Day | 📷SPA AL-AHSA, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Al-Ahsa held a Saudi National Day parade along King Abdullah Ring Road on Tuesday, with performances, car displays and equestrian events. The parade was organized by Al-Ahsa Governorate, the municipality, King Faisal University and the Al-Ahsa Development Authority, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Government bodies and security, health and service sectors also took
Sep 231 min read
Saudi Foreign Minister Joins Trump-Convened Talks on Middle East Escalation
Saudi Foreign Minister Joins Trump-Convened Talks on Middle East Escalation | 📷SPA NEW YORK, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah joined a meeting convened by U.S. President Donald Trump in New York on Tuesday to discuss the escalation in the Middle East and threats to maritime navigation. The meeting brought together heads of delegations from Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Le
Sep 231 min read
Riyadh Landmarks Lit Green for Saudi National Day
Riyadh Landmarks Lit Green for Saudi National Day | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Landmarks and building facades across Riyadh were lit green for Saudi National Day. Lights also lined major roads, including King Fahd Road. The Saudi Press Agency captured aerial images of the capital’s illuminated towers and streets. Source: SPA
Sep 231 min read
UAE Leaders Congratulate King Salman, Crown Prince on Saudi National Day
UAE Leaders Congratulate King Salman, Crown Prince on Saudi National Day ABU DHABI, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the Kingdom’s 96th National Day, the Emirates News Agency reported. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Pr
Sep 231 min read
Qatari Leaders Congratulate King Salman on Saudi National Day
Qatari Leaders Congratulate King Salman on Saudi National Day RIYADH, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani congratulated King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Saudi National Day, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Qatar’s Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani and Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani also sent congratulations to the Saudi king. Source: SPA
Sep 231 min read
Saudi Foreign Minister Calls for Gaza Plan Implementation, Wider Recognition of Palestine
Saudi Foreign Minister Calls for Gaza Plan Implementation, Wider Recognition of Palestine | 📷SPA NEW YORK, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah called for the full and immediate implementation of a US-backed plan for Gaza and urged countries that have not recognized Palestine to do so. Prince Faisal spoke at a high-level meeting in New York that he co-chaired with France, the United Kingdom and Canada,
Sep 231 min read
Saudi Arabia Denies Buying 25 Tankers Cited in Iraqi Oil Transport Claims
Saudi Arabia Denies Buying 25 Tankers Cited in Iraqi Oil Transport Claims RIYADH, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy denied buying 25 oil tankers after Iraqi officials linked a reported purchase to higher costs for transporting Iraqi oil. The ministry was responding to remarks by Iraqi Oil Minister Basim Mohammed Khudair Al-Abbadi and Ali Nizar Al-Shatari, chairman and director general of Iraq’s State Organization for Marketing
Sep 231 min read
Riyadh Air Opens Bookings for Milan Flights Starting December 16
Riyadh Air Opens Bookings for Milan Flights Starting December 16 RIYADH, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Riyadh Air has opened bookings for direct flights between Riyadh and Milan, with service due to begin on December 16, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. The airline plans to operate four flights a week. Milan will be its fifth European destination and the 15th destination available for booking across its network. Riyadh Air Chief Executive Tony D
Sep 221 min read
UN Chief Urges Leaders to De-escalate Middle East Conflicts, Restore Freedom of Navigation
UN Chief Urges Leaders to De-escalate Middle East Conflicts, Restore Freedom of Navigation NEW YORK, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres urged world leaders on Tuesday to reduce tensions in the Middle East, halt fighting, allow humanitarian aid to reach civilians and restore freedom of navigation in accordance with international law. Speaking at the opening of the UN General Assembly’s high-level general debate,
Sep 222 min read
Saudi Civil Defense Warns of Flash Flood Risk Through Sunday
Saudi Civil Defense Warns of Flash Flood Risk Through Sunday RIYADH, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense has warned of thunderstorms and possible flash floods in several regions through Sunday, citing forecasts from the National Center for Meteorology. Civil Defense urged people to exercise caution, remain in safe locations and stay away from valleys and other areas vulnerable to sudden flooding. It also advise
Sep 221 min read
Saudi Foreign Minister Joins Regional Quartet Talks on Reducing Tensions
Saudi Foreign Minister Joins Regional Quartet Talks on Reducing Tensions | 📷SPA NEW YORK, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah participated in the sixth meeting of the Regional Quartet foreign ministers in New York on Monday. The meeting brought together the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt and Türkiye to discuss regional developments and efforts to reduce tensions. Pakistan was repre
Sep 221 min read
Saudi Arabia, Seven Countries Call on Israel to Fulfill Gaza Plan Commitments
Saudi Arabia, Seven Countries Call on Israel to Fulfill Gaza Plan Commitments NEW YORK, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia and seven other countries have called on Israel to immediately fulfill its outstanding commitments under the first phase of the Comprehensive Plan for Gaza, including allowing humanitarian aid and early recovery supplies to enter the territory safely and without obstruction. The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar,
Sep 222 min read
Saudi Foreign Minister, Bill Gates Discuss Innovation and Emerging Technologies
Saudi Foreign Minister, Bill Gates Discuss Innovation and Emerging Technologies | 📷SPA NEW YORK, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met Gates Foundation Chair Bill Gates in New York on Monday to discuss cooperation in innovation and emerging technologies. Prince Faisal and Gates reviewed existing areas of cooperation and examined opportunities to expand collaboration, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Sep 221 min read
Saudi Foreign Minister Joins GCC-France Talks on Regional Security
Saudi Foreign Minister Joins GCC-France Talks on Regional Security | 📷SPA NEW YORK, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah participated in a ministerial meeting between Gulf Cooperation Council states and France in New York on Monday. The meeting addressed regional developments and their implications for security and stability, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Participants reviewed cooperation and coordi
Sep 221 min read
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Sign Short-Stay Visa Waiver Agreement
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Sign Short-Stay Visa Waiver Agreement | 📷SPA NEW YORK, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a reciprocal agreement exempting holders of diplomatic and special passports from short-stay visa requirements, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar signed the agreemen
Sep 221 min read
Saudi Crown Prince, Putin Discuss Regional Escalation and Maritime Security
Saudi Crown Prince, Putin Discuss Regional Escalation and Maritime Security JEDDAH, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to discuss regional developments and the effects of escalating tensions on maritime security and the global economy. The two leaders reviewed the latest developments in the region and efforts aimed at supporting security and
Sep 221 min read
Saudi Cabinet Condemns Houthi Attempt to Target Makkah
Saudi Cabinet Condemns Houthi Attempt to Target Makkah | 📷SPA JEDDAH, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet on Tuesday condemned the Houthi attempt to target Makkah and reaffirmed that the Kingdom would take the necessary measures to protect the Two Holy Mosques, worshippers, citizens and residents. The session, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in Jeddah, addressed the attempted attack as Saudi
Sep 222 min read
King Salman Offers Condolences to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on Brother’s Passing
King Salman Offers Condolences to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on Brother’s Passing RIYADH, September 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud offered condolences to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum following the passing of his brother, Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Saudi Press Agency reported. King Salman expressed his sympathy to Sheikh Mohammed, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, a
Sep 211 min read
Hail Greening Initiative Receives World Green City Awards Recognition
Hail Greening Initiative Receives World Green City Awards Recognition | 📷SPA HAIL, September 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Hail’s “Hail is the Most Beautiful” initiative received a certificate of appreciation from the International Association of Horticultural Producers at the World Green City Awards 2026, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Hail Mayor Sultan Al-Zaidi presented the certificate to Hail Governor Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz during a meeting o
Sep 211 min read
UAE Presidential Court Announces Passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
UAE Presidential Court Announces Passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, September 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The UAE Presidential Court announced that Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum passed away on Sunday, the Emirates News Agency reported. The court extended its condolences to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and to the Al Maktoum family. It also prayed for mercy and forgivenes
Sep 211 min read
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