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France Condemns Houthi Attacks as Saudi and French Ministers Discuss Maritime Security | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - France condemned Houthi attacks and expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia during talks between Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot. The ministers stressed the need to intensify diplomatic efforts to protect regional waterways and

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Tehran, Iran, October 19, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi blamed the United States for insecurity and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday and called for regional disputes to be resolved through diplomacy. Speaking at a joint news conference with Russian Forei

At Least 18 Killed in Houthi Attack on Yemen Training Camp, Sources Say RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - At least 18 people were killed in a Houthi attack on a government security forces training camp in Yemen’s Shabwa province on Monday, four government and medical sources told Reuters. Government sources, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the Houthis launched three ballistic missiles at security personnel during a training exercise. The attack comes

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during a meeting with Dinorah Figuera, president of the 2015-elected Venezuelan National Assembly, recognized by the US as the country's last democratically elected legislature, at the State Department in Washington, D.C., US, October 9, 2026. REUTERS/Eric Lee WASHINGTON, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Israel to do more to deter settler attacks in the occupied West Bank after America

RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Moderate to heavy rain could bring flash floods to parts of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, accompanied by hail and dust-stirring winds, the National Center for Meteorology forecast. Light to moderate rain is possible in parts of Madinah, Hail, Al-Jouf and Northern Borders regions. Fog may form in parts of Makkah and Eastern regions and across sections of the southwestern highlands. Red Sea winds could reach 50 km/h

Bahrain Offers Condolences after Two Saudi Officers Die in Najran Helicopter Crash RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Bahrain has offered condolences to Saudi Arabia following the deaths of two officers in a Ministry of National Guard reconnaissance helicopter crash in Najran Region caused by a technical malfunction. In a statement issued on Sunday, Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed sympathy to the Saudi leadership, government and people and affir

Prophet’s Mosque Receives 21.6 Million Visitors in September | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Prophet’s Mosque received 21,615,977 visitors in September 2026, the General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques said. The total included 1,449,791 visitors who prayed in Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah. Wayfinding services assisted 355,130 visitors, while 287,886 used guest care centres. The Prophet’s Mosque Library received 81,243 visitors, and the mos

Mashbak and Halqum Reflect Jazan’s Sweet-Making Traditions | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Interwoven strands of fried dough and soft, colourful confectionery distinguish Mashbak and Halqum, two traditional sweets associated with Jazan Region’s culinary heritage. Mashbak is typically prepared from a dough mixture shaped into interlaced strands and fried until golden. Its form contrasts with Halqum’s soft, elastic, gelatinous texture. Halqum comes in

UAE President and Saudi Defence Minister Discuss Cooperation and Regional Security | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Saudi Minister of Defence Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Sunday for talks on bilateral cooperation and regional security. The two sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in their mutual interests and support development and prosperity in both countries

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed and Prince Khalid bin Salman Discuss Regional Security and Cooperation | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Saudi Minister of Defence Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Sunday to discuss regional developments and cooperation between the two countries. The two sides exchanged views on issues of m

Saudi and Russian Foreign Ministers Discuss Yemen Escalation and Maritime Threats | 📷SPA MANAMA, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed the escalation in Yemen and threats to maritime navigation during talks in Manama on Sunday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the GCC–Russia ministerial meeting. Their discussions covered ongoing threats t

Ukraine Expresses Regret over Possible Drone Diversion into Lithuanian Airspace KYIV, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Ukraine’s foreign ministry expressed regret on Sunday over the possible diversion of its drones into Lithuanian airspace, saying Russian electronic warfare may have caused the incident. Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi said on X that the drones may have been diverted during an operation against what he described as legitimate military targets in

Six Saudi Citizens Injured as Hostile Projectile Hits Najran RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Six Saudi citizens were injured when a hostile projectile fell in Najran City, Saudi Civil Defense said on Sunday. The incident also caused damage to three homes and three vehicles. Source: Saudi Civil Defense.

US Renews Saudi Travel Warning, Says Land Borders Remain Open RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. Mission in Saudi Arabia renewed its warning to American citizens over potential airport attacks and flight disruptions on Sunday, while saying all land border crossings remained operational. The October 18 security alert identified the King Fahd Causeway to Bahrain among the crossings that remained open. It also said highways and roads in and around Riyadh,

UAE Foreign Minister Condemns Houthi Attacks in Call with Saudi Counterpart RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan condemned Houthi attacks on civilians and civilian and economic infrastructure in Saudi Arabia during a phone call with Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with Saudi Ara

Teams Provide Round-the-Clock Services at Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Specialized teams provide round-the-clock assistance to worshippers and visitors at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, alongside cleaning, maintenance and water supply services. The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque oversees the work to keep facilities ready and operations running