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Pakistan Says Three Nationals Killed in Houthi Attack on Red Sea Vessel RIYADH, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Three Pakistani nationals were killed and another was wounded in a Houthi attack on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea, Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said. “Pakistan strongly condemns the Houthi attack on a non-combatant commercial vessel,” Dar wrote on X. “Such attacks endanger innocent lives, constitute a violation of international law, and pose a s

A catering truck is parked on the other side of Air Force One, before US President Donald Trump's departure from Ankara en route to Washington after his participation in the NATO leaders' summit, at Ankara Esenboga Airport in Ankara, Turkey, on July 8.Reuters WASHINGTON, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remained aboard the larger presidential aircraft after President Donald Trump switched planes

Buraidah Museum Documents Qassim’s Social and Cultural History | 📷SPA JEDDAH, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Buraidah Museum, operated by Qassim Municipality, houses collections documenting aspects of the region’s social, economic and cultural history. Its galleries include historical objects, photographs, manuscripts and documents linked to Qassim and the wider history of Saudi Arabia. The museum, which opened in 1419 AH, was established with the participation of

Romania’s Annual Inflation Slows to 8.2% in July BUCHAREST, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Romania’s annual consumer price inflation slowed to 8.2% in July from 10.4% in June, data from the country’s national statistics office showed on Wednesday. The July reading was above expectations of 7.9% and marked the lowest annual inflation rate since July 2025. Food inflation eased to 5.0% from 5.8%, while inflation for non-food goods fell to 7.9% from 12.3%. Services pric

Al-Jouf Deputy Governor Meets Regional Education Director | 📷SPA JEDDAH, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Al-Jouf Deputy Governor Prince Mutaib bin Mishaal bin Badr bin Saud bin Abdulaziz met on Wednesday with the region’s Director-General of Education, Mohammed bin Ali Al-Qahtani. During the meeting, the deputy governor was briefed on the general education system, including its regulatory framework, governance objectives and measures aimed at improving educational o

International Falcon Breeders Auction Showcases Global Breeding Methods | 📷SPA RIYADH, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Falcon breeders from several countries are presenting different approaches to bloodline development and selection at the International Falcon Breeders Auction in Malham, north of Riyadh. A participating Portuguese farm uses the “wild hacking” method, releasing young falcons into windy highlands to develop fitness before formal training. Other Europe

Al Nassr Star Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Georgina Rodríguez in Portugal JEDDAH, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez in a civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal. The couple confirmed the marriage on Instagram, posting a photograph showing their wedding rings. Ronaldo and Rodríguez have been together since 2016 after meeting in Madrid. Their five children attended the ceremony in Cascais, a

Hail International Arabian Horse Beauty Championship Upgraded to Category B | 📷spa HAIL, August 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The King Abdulaziz Arabian Horse Center has approved Category B status for the 2026 Hail International Arabian Horse Beauty Championship. The classification allows the championship to qualify participants for international Arabian horse competitions. Hail Governor Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz has supported the development of the champio

King Salman Praises Makkah Summit as Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan Advance Defence Partnership JEDDAH, August 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud praised the Makkah Al-Mukarramah Summit for Joint Defence on Tuesday, highlighting a new long-term framework for defence cooperation between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan. Chairing the Cabinet session in Jeddah, King Salman thanked Crown Prince and Prime Min

Saudi Sports Sector Conference Reviews Club, Facility and Season Preparations | 📷SPA RIYADH, August 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Ministry of Sport’s regular sports sector conference reviewed developments related to clubs, facilities and preparations for the upcoming season, while highlighting programs and initiatives supporting sports across Saudi Arabia. The conference confirmed the completion of Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud University Stadium, developed in cooperation w

Trump Moved Between Aircraft in Catering Truck During Secret Turkey Departure, Reports Say WASHINGTON, August 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — U.S. President Donald Trump was transported in an airport catering truck from an older Air Force One to an Air Force C-32A before taking a secret military flight from Turkey to Britain last month, the Washington Post reported, citing unnamed sources. The newspaper said a credible Iranian assassination threat prompted the deception ope

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to Patronize 10th Future Investment Initiative Conference RIYADH, August 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The tenth edition of the Future Investment Initiative Conference will take place under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in Riyadh from October 26 to 29, 2026. FII10 will be held at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center under the theme “The Power of Legacy,” examining how cu

Trump Adds Compensation Demand to Future Iran Talks WASHINGTON, August 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — President Donald Trump said he has instructed US representatives to demand compensation from Iran in any future negotiations, adding a new condition as the two countries remain divided over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. “I have instructed my representatives to put this firmly into any, and all, future negotiations,” Trump wrote on social media on Monday. His instruction

Sports Boulevard Signs Contracts for SAR700 Million-Plus Urban Wadi Fund RIYADH, August 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Sports Boulevard Real Estate Development and Investment Company has signed contracts with Al Jazira Capital and Rikaz Properties to establish a real estate investment fund with a combined value of more than SAR700 million. The fund will support the development of a luxury five-star hotel in Urban Wadi, located in Riyadh’s Hittin District. Rikaz Properties

Scottish Falconry Farm Joins International Falcon Breeders Auction | SPA RIYADH, August 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — A family-run falconry farm from Scotland is participating in the International Falcon Breeders Auction in Malham, north of Riyadh, with an operation focused primarily on racing falcons. The family uses GPS tracking devices to monitor its birds during training, practice and free flight. It also operates a separate project producing falcons for sale and expo

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Congratulates Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Makkah Joint Defence Agreement RIYADH, August 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement during a phone call between the two leaders. Zelenskyy expressed hope that the agreement would contribute to strengthening security and stability across the regi

Religious Affairs Presidency Expands AI Services for Umrah Performers | 📷SPA MAKKAH, August 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has expanded its use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies to support Umrah performers during the Umrah season. The services are designed to improve multilingual access to religious guidance and practical information while helping accommodate increasing numb

Makkah’s Holy Quran Museum Houses 18th-Century Manuscript | 📷SPA MAKKAH, August 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — An 18th-century Holy Quran manuscript housed at the Holy Quran Museum in Makkah’s Hira Cultural District offers visitors insight into the development of handwritten Qurans and Arabic calligraphy. The manuscript provides a historical view of the artistic and technical methods used to produce Quranic works, including the evolution of ornamentation and gilding acros