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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 261 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 261 min read


Saudi Crown Prince meets Egypt’s President El-Sisi at iftar in Jeddah
SPA Jeddah, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi at an iftar table at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah. At the start of the meeting, the crown prince welcomed El-Sisi to what he described as his second country, Saudi Arabia. El-Sisi thanked the crown prince for the reception and hospitality extended to him and the accompanying delegation. The
Feb 241 min read


Saudi Arabia, 19 states condemn Israeli West Bank settlement measures
SPA Riyadh, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Brazil, France, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Egypt, Jordan, Luxembourg, Norway, Palestine, Portugal, Qatar, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Türkiye, together with the secretaries-general of the League of Arab States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, condemned recent Israeli decisions expanding control in the West Bank. The measures include reclassificat
Feb 232 min read


Saudi Crown Prince receives Egypt’s President El-Sisi in Jeddah
SPA Jeddah, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud received Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi upon his arrival in Jeddah today.
Feb 231 min read


Arada awards AED1.55 billion contract for W Residences at Dubai Harbour
WAM Dubai, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Arada awarded the main construction contract for W Residences at Dubai Harbour to UAE-based Engineering Contracting Company (LLC) under an agreement valued at AED1.55 billion. The contract covers delivery of all three towers of the waterfront development. Early and enabling works, including excavation and piling, have begun following the award of a separate AED51 million contract to APCC Piling & Marine Contracting.
Feb 231 min read


Third Saudi Expansion of Grand Mosque supports worshippers with integrated services, authority says
SPA Makkah, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Third Saudi Expansion of the Grand Mosque continues to support worshippers and operations during peak periods, the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques said. The expansion covers about 1,214,000 square metres and has a cooling capacity of 90,000 tons. Facilities include more than 25,000 carpets, 17,000 Zamzam water dispensers, 11,436 restrooms and ablution areas and 1,300 speaker
Feb 231 min read


Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulates Japan’s Emperor Naruhito on National Day
SPA Riyadh, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent congratulations to Japan’s Emperor Naruhito on Japan’s National Day. The crown prince wished the emperor continued health and happiness and the government and people of Japan progress and prosperity.
Feb 231 min read


Saudi King Salman congratulates Japan’s Emperor Naruhito on National Day
SPA Riyadh, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent congratulations to Japan’s Emperor Naruhito on Japan’s National Day. King Salman wished the emperor continued health and happiness and the government and people of Japan progress and prosperity. He also praised relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan and their commitment to developing ties across sectors.
Feb 231 min read


Falcons pavilion draws crowds at Prince Majid Park during Saudi Founding Day celebrations
SPA Jeddah, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The falcons pavilion drew crowds at Prince Majid Park during Saudi Founding Day celebrations, offering visitors an opportunity to take commemorative photos with falcons. Families and children queued for photos while holding the birds under the supervision of professional trainers. The pavilion area featured national flags and traditional performances as part of the celebrations. Organisers said the pavilion aimed to
Feb 231 min read


Grand Mosque authority completes first phase of Daifi training program for wheelchair service workers
SPA Makkah, February 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque completed the first phase of the “Daifi” training programme for wheelchair service workers at the Grand Mosque during the Ramadan season of 1447 AH. The programme is part of efforts to enhance service quality for worshippers and improve field performance during peak seasons. The first phase included 49 training sessions ov
Feb 231 min read


Kuwait’s Amir congratulates King Salman, Crown Prince on Saudi Founding Day
SPA Kuwait City, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Amir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah congratulated Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the occasion of Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day. In two messages, Sheikh Meshal praised Saudi Arabia’s international standing, its contributions to development and its role in sup
Feb 221 min read
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