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Qatar Condemns Houthi Attacks on Southern Saudi Arabia in Call With Saudi Foreign Minister RIYADH, September 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Qatar condemned Houthi attacks on civilian and economic sites in southern Saudi Arabia during a phone call from its Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani to Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. The two ministers also reviewed regional developments and discussed

Yemen Coalition Says It Will Respond to Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks on Saudi Cities RIYADH, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said it would respond to Houthi ballistic missile and drone attacks on Khamis Mushait, Abha and Jazan on Wednesday, according to its spokesperson, Major General Turki Al-Malki. Al-Malki said the Houthis launched the attacks on September 9 and were continuing to target Saudi Arabia’s national as

Israel Orders UK’s East Jerusalem Consulate to Close Within 30 Days, Officials Say PARIS, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Britain has been given 30 days to close its consulate in East Jerusalem as part of Israel’s response to sanctions on Israeli settlements, two Israeli officials and two other sources familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. The consulate handles Britain’s relations concerning Palestinian issues in Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza. Its closure

King Salman Congratulates Tajikistan’s President on Independence Day | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message congratulating Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon on the country’s Independence Day. King Salman wished Rahmon continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of Tajikistan continued development and prosperity. Source: SPA

Oman Condemns Attacks on Saudi Civilian and Economic Facilities MUSCAT, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Oman condemned attacks on civilian and economic facilities in several Saudi cities and expressed solidarity with the Kingdom, its Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement issued on Tuesday. The ministry called for joint efforts to contain tensions and create conditions for de-escalation and understanding, allowing political and peaceful solutions that pres

Saudi Arabia Condemns Iranian Attacks on Jordan, Calls for Immediate Halt RIYADH, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia strongly condemned continued Iranian attacks on Jordan and called for an immediate halt to Iran’s attacks against the kingdom and other countries in the region, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The ministry reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s solidarity with Jordan and its people over any measures taken in response to the attacks. It descr

Riyadh Ranks 92nd Among Global Innovation Clusters for 2026 RIYADH, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh ranked 92nd among the world’s leading innovation clusters in the 2026 Global Innovation Index, making it the only Gulf city in the top 100. The report listed 419 venture capital deals in innovation and 162 international patent applications among the Saudi capital’s key indicators. It identified contributions from universities and companies, highlighting King S

Jordan Says It Intercepted 18 of 20 Ballistic Missiles Fired From Iran AMMAN, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Jordan’s armed forces said their air defences intercepted and destroyed 18 of 20 ballistic missiles fired toward the country from Iranian territory over the past few hours. The two remaining missiles fell in unpopulated areas, a military spokesperson said in remarks carried by Petra News Agency. Field assessments found no casualties from the attack, the spo

Türkiye Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia and Red Sea Shipping ANKARA, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Türkiye condemned Houthi attacks on civilian and economic facilities in Saudi Arabia and the continued targeting of commercial vessels in the Red Sea, warning of threats to the safety and freedom of international maritime navigation. The attacks on Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran injured civilians, including women and children, according to SPA. The T

Saudi Cabinet Says Kingdom Will Defend Sovereignty After Houthi Attacks | 📷SPA JEDDAH, September 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet has reaffirmed the Kingdom’s determination to defend its sovereignty, protect its national assets and ensure the safety of citizens and residents following Houthi attacks on southern Saudi cities. Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman chaired Tuesday’s Cabinet session in Jeddah. The Cabinet said the Houth

Saudi, Russian Foreign Ministers Mark 100 Years of Ties in Moscow Talks | 📷SPA MOSCOW, September 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed efforts to reduce regional tensions and protect international shipping during talks in Moscow. The two ministers stressed the importance of diplomacy in addressing regional and international challenges, including the Palesti

UAE Declines Comment on Speculation Over Conversations Between Government Leaders ABU DHABI, September 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates has said it does not comment on media reports or speculation concerning conversations between government leaders. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued the statement on Tuesday amid reports alleging that UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about a po

Qatar Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Calls for International Action DOHA, September 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Qatar has strongly condemned Houthi attacks on civilian and economic sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran that injured dozens of civilians, including women and children. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs also condemned continued attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea. The ministry described

Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, disembark after sailing on Sydney Harbour with veterans from the Invictus Australia community, in Sydney, Australia, April 17, 2026. REUTERS/Hollie Adams LONDON, September 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — A letter authorized by King Charles has confirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan remain non-working members of the royal family following their recent return to Britain. The guidance was sent on Monday to senio

King Salman Congratulates North Macedonia’s President on Independence Day RIYADH, September 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of congratulations to President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova of the Republic of North Macedonia on her country’s Independence Day. King Salman wished President Siljanovska-Davkova continued health and happiness and the government and people of North Macedonia steady progress

Ithra Opens Registration for Eighth Design Challenges Hackathon | 📷SPA DHAHRAN, September 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, known as Ithra, has opened registration for the eighth edition of Ithra Design Challenges. The six-day design hackathon will be held from November 16 to 21 as part of Ithra Design Week at the center’s headquarters in Dhahran. The 2026 program features four specialist tracks: Urban Spaces, Product Design,

UAE Strongly Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia ABU DHABI, September 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned Houthi attacks on civilian and economic sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran in Saudi Arabia. The attacks injured dozens of civilians, including women and children, according to a statement issued by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday. The UAE also condemned continued Houthi attacks on commercia

Jordan Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Affirms Full Solidarity AMMAN, September 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Jordan has condemned Houthi attacks on civilian and economic sites in the Saudi cities of Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran, reaffirming its full solidarity with the Kingdom. The attacks injured civilians, according to the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates. Saudi authorities earlier placed the number of injured at 73, includi