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Debris kills one in Abu Dhabi after UAE intercepts Iranian missiles, WAM reports
Riyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – One person was killed by falling debris after air defences intercepted Iranian missiles targeting sites in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates’ capital, state-run news agency WAM reported, citing the UAE defence ministry. The ministry said an Asian national was killed after debris fell on a residential area of Abu Dhabi, WAM reported. The UAE intercepted “a number” of ballistic missiles fired by Iran, the ministry said,
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Four US bases in Gulf targeted in response to strikes on Iran, Fars reports
SABN Riyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Four U.S. bases in the Middle East were targeted in response to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian cities, Iran’s state-affiliated media reported, citing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain were targeted by Iranian missile attacks, Fars news agency reported, citing th
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UAE closes airspace as explosions heard in Abu Dhabi, CNN reports
SABN Riyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The United Arab Emirates announced it is closing its airspace, the state-run news agency WAM reported. Explosions were heard in the capital Abu Dhabi and smoke was seen rising from the city, CNN reported.
Feb 281 min read


Armani heirs debut first jointly developed Emporio Armani collection after designer’s death
Nicola Lamorgese, Marco Brunello, Silvana Armani and Leo Dell'Orco attend the Emporio Armani Fall/Winter 2026/2027 collection show during Fashion Week in Milan, Italy, February 26, 2026. REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The heirs of Giorgio Armani said a new Emporio Armani collection aims to keep continuity with the late designer’s style while adding new touches. Silvana Armani said the team maintained continuity with what A
Feb 271 min read


Pakistan defence minister warns Afghanistan over militant attacks, cites “open war”
Asif during an interview with Reuters in Islamabad, October 20, 2025. REUTERS/Salahuddin Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said on Friday that Pakistan could no longer tolerate militant attacks from armed groups he said the Taliban government has allowed to base on Afghan territory. “Our cup of patience has overflowed. Now it is open war between us and you,” Asif wrote on X, referring to Afghanistan. The
Feb 271 min read


Johan Lindeberg and Princess Noura bint Faisal launch Jay3lle fashion label from Riyadh
Princess Noura bint Faisal Al Saud Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Swedish creative director Johan Lindeberg has permanently relocated to Riyadh to build Jay3lle, a new fashion label launched with Princess Noura bint Faisal Al Saud, who serves as chief executive officer, and his daughter Blue Lindeberg, a cofounder. The label will unveil its first collection with a pop-up at Riyadh Park this week. The pieces include tracksuits, lightweight layers, scu
Feb 271 min read


Riyadh’s King Khalid airport completes terminal relocation, targets higher capacity by end-2026
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – King Khalid International Airport completed a terminal relocation project from February 16 to 25, redesignating terminals to optimise operations for national and foreign carriers. Under the new layout, Terminals 1 and 2 have been assigned to national carriers’ international flights, Terminals 3 and 4 to their domestic flights, and Terminal 5 to foreign carriers’ international flights. Riyadh Airports Company Chief E
Feb 271 min read


Grand Mosque imam Al-Sudais says piety is central aim of Ramadan fasting
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – In his Friday sermon at the Grand Mosque today, Imam Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais said Ramadan is a season to elevate the soul through piety, which he described as the ultimate goal of fasting. He said the essence of fasting is reflected in upright speech and righteous actions, and urged people to use the holy month to strengthen family ties and promote social solidarity, following the prophetic example. Al-Sudais s
Feb 271 min read


Madinah rehabilitation projects target key Islamic heritage sites as Ramadan visits grow
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Visiting Madinah during Ramadan offers access to 1,382 historical landmarks linked to the Prophet’s life, as rehabilitation projects move ahead across key sites, the draft said. To support 12% annual growth in visitors and a 29% rise in tourism demand recorded in 2025, the Madinah Region Development Authority is rehabilitating sites including the Quba, Qiblatain and Fash mosques, as well as the Ghars and Faqir wells
Feb 271 min read


Hira Cultural District launches Ramadan programme in Makkah
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Hira Cultural District has launched a cultural and recreational programme running from Ramadan 9 to 18, targeting residents and visitors in Makkah. The programme features a Ramadan market, workshops and a storyteller’s pavilion. Visitors can take part in competitions or visit the Holy Quran Museum and the Revelation Exhibition for an interactive educational experience. It is held daily from 9:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m
Feb 271 min read


Saudi foreign minister holds calls with Turkish, Egyptian, Pakistani and Omani counterparts
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received phone calls today from Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ishaq Dar, and Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi. The talks focused on regional developments and efforts to
Feb 271 min read


Saudi Crown Prince receives phone call from UK Prime Minister Starmer
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The call reviewed bilateral relations and areas of cooperation, including mechanisms to further strengthen them, and addressed a number of issues of common interest.
Feb 271 min read


Ramadan emerges as global luxury retail season as brands expand capsules and Gulf campaigns
Tryano's Ramadan campaign focuses on gathering and community. Courtesy Riyadh, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Ramadan has moved from a regional retail moment into a global luxury season as fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands expand product capsules, marketing and client engagement around the holy month, executives and industry figures said. Nearly two billion people observe Ramadan annually, creating one of the largest synchronized shifts in consumer behavi
Feb 263 min read


Saudi Arabia launches smart interactive map system for Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque
SPA Riyadh, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Chief Executive Officer of the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque Ghazi Al-Shahrani on Thursday inaugurated a new smart interactive map system for the Grand Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina. The smart interactive map is designed to facilitate the movement of visitors and pilgrims and improve navigation efficiency inside the two holy mosques. I
Feb 261 min read


Saudi non-oil exports rise 7.4% in December as re-exports jump
SPA Riyadh, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports, including re-exports, rose 7.4% in December 2025 from a year earlier, driven by a 43.1% jump in re-exports, according to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) International Trade in Goods bulletin for December 2025. National non-oil exports fell 8.5% over the same period. Total merchandise exports rose 3.0% in December from a year earlier, while oil exports increased 1.0%. Oil
Feb 261 min read


Saudi defense ministry signs MoU with Manga Productions to produce national content
SPA Riyadh, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense signed a memorandum of understanding with Manga Productions, a subsidiary of the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk), to cooperate on producing national content and highlighting the heroism of the armed forces. The signing took place in the presence of Assistant Minister of Defense for Executive Affairs Dr. Khaled Biyari. The memorandum aims to support national content and develo
Feb 261 min read


Red Sea Global unveils model targeting net positive conservation benefit by 2040
SPA Riyadh, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Red Sea Global unveiled a science-based model designed to deliver a 30% net positive conservation benefit across its regenerative destinations by 2040, and said the framework will be made available for global adoption, according to a press release. Chief Executive Officer John Pagano said the company set out to elevate tourism in a way that benefits people and nature. He said disclosing how the 30% net positive targ
Feb 262 min read


Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates Kuwait Amir On National Day
SPA Riyadh, February 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent congratulations to the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on Kuwait’s National Day. The Crown Prince wished Sheikh Meshal continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of Kuwait continued progress and prosperity.
Feb 261 min read


Saudi King Salman congratulates Kuwait Amir on National Day
SPA Riyadh, February 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud congratulated the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on Kuwait’s National Day. In his message, King Salman praised Saudi-Kuwaiti relations and said they would be strengthened, while wishing the Amir good health and happiness and Kuwait continued progress and prosperity.
Feb 251 min read


Al Balad draws Ramadan visitors with heritage sites, night markets and cultural events
SPA Jeddah, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Al Balad, Jeddah’s historic district, has become a focal point for residents and visitors during Ramadan nights, offering heritage settings and cultural activities linked to Hijazi identity. After Taraweeh prayers, narrow alleys fill with foot traffic under lanterns and traditional lighting, illuminating coral-stone buildings and carved wooden windows known as rawasheen, some dating back more than five centuries. Vi
Feb 251 min read
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