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Photography | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, May 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent condolences to Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly on the death of his father, state media reported. The crown prince extended his condolences to Madbouly and the family of the deceased and prayed for mercy and forgiveness for him.

RIYADH, May 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a travel ban on Emirati nationals travelling to Iran, Lebanon and Iraq in light of current regional developments. The ministry also called on UAE nationals currently in those countries to expedite their immediate return to the United Arab Emirates. It urged Emiratis in Iran, Lebanon and Iraq to contact the ministry on +97180044444 as part of precautionary measures aimed at safeguardin

Photography | Courtesy of SPA JEDDAH, April 30 — Saudia has announced its summer 2026 seasonal destinations, with services scheduled during June, July, August and September to a range of leisure markets across Europe and the region. The destinations include Salalah in Oman, Antalya and Bodrum in Turkey, Nice in France, Athens and Mykonos in Greece, El Alamein in Egypt, and Malaga in Spain. The airline said the seasonal routes were scheduled to match peak travel periods while

Buildings destroyed during an Israeli military operation in southern Lebanon, February 19, 2026. REUTERS/Aziz Taher PARIS, April 30 - The Israeli military warned residents of eight Lebanese towns outside of the "buffer zone" to leave their homes immediately on Thursday ahead of strikes. The "buffer zone" in southern Lebanon was occupied by Israeli troops before a ceasefire that was announced earlier this month but has failed to fully halt hostilities. More than 2,500 people h

Photography | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, April 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot in Riyadh on Thursday, state news agency SPA reported. The two sides reviewed bilateral relations and discussed regional and international developments and their implications for security and stability

JAZAN, April 30 — Jazan Commercial Port has exported its first shipment of bagged Portland cement, totaling 8,324 tons, in a step that highlights the port’s expanding operational role in supporting Saudi Arabia’s exports. The shipment demonstrates the port’s ability to handle different cargo types, including building materials, and facilitate the movement of goods to regional and international markets. Officials said the milestone reflects growing handling efficiency and impr

PARIS/GENEVA, April 30— The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has expanded its Safe Mobility 4 All and 4 Life programme into the Middle East and Africa, widening a road safety initiative aimed at helping local authorities and organisations develop practical safety projects. The programme provides training, mentorship and evidence-based support to help design and implement actions intended to improve road safety. Its rollout in the Middle East and Africa follows

ABU DHABI, April 28 — Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi said its Formula Rossa rollercoaster has received a new Guinness World Records title for the highest speed achieved by a rollercoaster launch in the world. The park said the ride accelerates from a standstill to 240 kilometres per hour in 4.9 seconds through a single launch. The achievement gives Formula Rossa a fresh global distinction and reinforces Ferrari World’s position among major international theme parks. Sinc

RIYADH, April 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology forecast moderate to heavy thunderstorms, flash floods and hail in parts of Najran, Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions. The center also forecast light to moderate rain in parts of the Eastern Province, Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, Al-Jouf and the Northern Borders region. Gusty winds raising dust are expected in parts of those areas as well as Tabuk and Madinah regions, it said. Over

RIYADH, April 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a written message from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi concerning relations between the two countries, state media reported. The message was received by Vice Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji during a meeting at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh with Japan’s ambassador to the kingdom, Yasunari Morino, the report said. The two officials reviewed Saudi-Japanese relations

RIYADH, April 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Music Commission said the 11th stop of its “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” world tour will be held in Rome in May and will feature Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. The event will include performances by the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir, as well as Saudi performing arts presented by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission, the commission said. The concert will feature Saudi, Italian and international works perfo

RIYADH, April 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Interior Ministry said authorities had taken legal measures against people involved in circulating social media content deemed harmful to national unity and a threat to social peace and security. The ministry said the content included language inciting what it described as unacceptable tribal fanaticism. It warned against any actions that could undermine public order and said security authorities would act firmly

RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney discussed bilateral relations, existing cooperation and ways to expand ties in a phone call, state media reported. The two sides also discussed the latest regional developments and their security and economic repercussions at the regional and international levels, the report said. [Photography: SPA]

RIYADH, April 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa during the Bahraini monarch’s visit to the United Arab Emirates, state media reported. The meeting was also attended by UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the report

A US sailor observes the pre-launch inspection of an F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford during the Operation Epic Fury attack on Iran from an undisclosed location on March 15.US Navy/Reuters RIYADH, April 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. military has spent about $25 billion on the war with Iran since it began in late February, the Pentagon’s top financial officer told lawmakers on Wednesday. Most of the spendi

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has released its latest complaint-based classification index for airlines and airports, offering a snapshot of passenger service performance across the Kingdom’s aviation sector in March 2026. The monthly index, which ranks service providers based on passenger complaints, recorded 2,033 complaints against airlines during the month and is designed to improve transparency, inform passenger choice and encourage competitio

The 465-foot superyacht "Nord", linked to sanctioned Russian oligarch Alexei Mordashov is seen in Hong Kong, China, October 20, 2022. REUTERS/Donny Kwok RIYADH, April 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov was able to transit the Strait of Hormuz after maintenance in Dubai because neither Iran nor the United States objected, a source close to Mordashov said on Tuesday. The yacht, Nord, crossed the strait on Saturday on an

ABU DHABI, April 29 — Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade rose 36% in 2025 to more than AED415.4 billion, according to figures released by Abu Dhabi Customs, with exports posting the strongest growth. Non-oil exports increased 63% to AED175.4 billion, up from AED107.8 billion in 2024. Imports rose 22% to AED170.4 billion, while re-exports increased 20% to AED70 billion. The results point to continued diversification in the emirate’s economy and stronger integration with global

RIYADH, April 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Manga Productions, a subsidiary of the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation, signed a memorandum of understanding with Cultural House to strengthen cooperation in creative content and talent development. The partnership covers joint programmes and initiatives aimed at developing talent, along with workshops, training courses, exhibitions and creative showcases. It also includes specialised events in video games, design and comics as p

RIYADH, April 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Saudi Embassy in Moscow, represented by its cultural attaché, organised a symposium at RUDN University titled “A Century of Friendship and Cultural and Scientific Exchange” to mark 100 years of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia. The event was attended by Deputy Minister for International Cooperation Latifa Al-Faryan, along with a number of deans and professors from various universities. Saudi Ambassador to