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Pakistan Announces U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Reached, Signing Set for June 19 RIYADH, June 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Sunday that a peace agreement between the United States and Iran had been reached, with an official signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland. Sharif wrote on social media that both sides had declared the immediate and permanent end of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon. He

Iran Security Official Warns Against Breach of Red Lines Over Lebanon RIYADH, June 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iran’s top security official warned on Sunday that Lebanon is central to Tehran’s regional security posture and that any breach of the Islamic Republic’s red lines would not be tolerated. Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, wrote on X that the “unity of the fronts” had created a security chain in defense of the regio

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Sends Condolences to Thailand’s King on Death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha RIYADH, June 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent a message of condolences to King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand following the death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol. The Crown Prince expressed his deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the King of Thailand and the family of the deceased. He also wished them continued health a

King Salman Sends Condolences to Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn on Death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha RIYADH, June 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of condolences to King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand following the death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol. King Salman extended his deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the King of Thailand, the family of the deceased and the Thai p

Trump Says Iran Agreement Could Be Signed Sunday as Tehran Denies Timeline RIYADH, June 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that an agreement with Iran was scheduled to be signed on Sunday, adding that the Strait of Hormuz would open to all traffic immediately after the signing. Trump wrote that he hoped the process would move quickly and smoothly, while warning that the United States had what he called “the ultimate alternative

Saudi Midfielder Mohamed Kanno Targets New World Cup Milestone With Green Falcons |📷 RIYADH, June 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi midfielder Mohamed Kanno said the Green Falcons enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high ambitions and a determination to achieve a new milestone for Saudi football. In an interview with FIFA, Kanno linked his development since the 2022 World Cup to the growth of the Saudi Pro League and the arrival of international players who have raised

Abdullah Al-Khaibari and Moteb Al-Harbi Express Confidence Ahead of Saudi Arabia’s World Cup Match Against Uruguay RIYADH, June 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi national team players Abdullah Al-Khaibari and Moteb Al-Harbi expressed confidence in the Green Falcons’ readiness for their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match against Uruguay. Speaking during a training session, Al-Khaibari highlighted the team’s work with head coach Georgios Donis through tactical meet

Saudi Referee Abdullah Al-Shehri Selected to Officiate at 2026 FIFA World Cup | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi referee Abdullah Al-Shehri described his selection to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a major career milestone and an honor for Saudi sports. In an interview with the Saudi Press Agency, Al-Shehri framed the selection as the result of years of work, sacrifice and support. “Participating in this tournament means a great deal to me.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attends a press conference at the Iranian embassy in New Delhi, India, on May 15.Elke Scholiers/Getty Images RIYADH, June 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that a statement on future control of the Strait of Hormuz is expected soon, as discussions continue around a proposed U.S.-Iran framework agreement. Araghchi told Iranian state television that the statement would be issued jointly wit

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi in Istanbul, Turkey, on June 22, 2025.Ozan Kose/AFP/Getty Images RIYADH, June 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States has “never been closer,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Friday, while cautioning against speculation over the content of the agreement. Araghchi wrote on X that media outlets should avoid speculation until the agreement is finalized. He added

Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show Draws Strong Turnout at Expo Centre Sharjah | WAM SHARJAH, June 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The 57th edition of the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show continued to attract strong visitor turnout and international participation at Expo Centre Sharjah. The exhibition, which runs until June 14, brings together 400 exhibitors and representatives from 11 international markets. The event includes five international pavilions from Italy,

Saudi Industry Minister Highlights Kazakhstan Role in Critical Minerals Partnerships | 📷SPA ASTANA, June 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef described Kazakhstan as a trusted partner in the critical minerals sector, citing its importance for the energy transition, electricity and advanced manufacturing. The remarks came during a high-level panel discussion on global partnerships and the future of mining and min

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Congratulates Russian President Vladimir Putin on National Day RIYADH, June 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent a message of congratulations to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia’s National Day. The Crown Prince wished President Putin continued health and happiness. He also wished the government and people of Russia steady progress and prosperity. Source: SPA

King Salman Sends Congratulations to Russian President Vladimir Putin on National Day RIYADH, June 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of congratulations to Russian President Vladimir Putin on his country’s National Day. King Salman wished Putin continued health and happiness, and the government and people of Russia further progress and prosperity. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques also prais

Trump Criticizes Iran Over Reported Deal Terms and Strait of Hormuz Attacks RIYADH, June 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Iran on Friday over what he described as inaccurate accounts of a proposed agreement, a day after declaring that a deal with Tehran was close to being finalized. “The terms that Iran leaked out to the Fake News have NOTHING to do with the terms that were agreed to, in writing,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. Trump accu

A satellite image shows an oil terminal at Kharg Island, Iran, February 25, 2026.2026 Planet Labs PBC/Handout/Reuters RIYADH, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iran warned that any U.S. attack on Kharg Island would trigger a severe response, after President Donald Trump threatened to seize the country’s key oil export hub. Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, warned of a “firm, crushing, painful, and regret-indu