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Sailors handle line during a replenishment-at-sea with Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Arctic on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush in the Indian Ocean, on April 19.Seaman Apprentice Lucas Krug/Digital/U.S. Navy RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush was in the Indian Ocean as of Tuesday, according to photos posted on a U.S. Defense Department website. Its presence could give

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Swiss President Guy Parmelin discussed bilateral cooperation, investment opportunities and regional and international developments during talks in Jeddah. The meeting also covered coordination on issues of mutual interest, according to the Saudi side. Senior Saudi and Swiss officials attended the talks, including ministers, national security advisers, ambassadors and economic o

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Motorsport Company and Extreme H announced a strategic commercial partnership on Wednesday aimed at supporting innovation in sustainable technologies and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position as a global motorsport hub. Extreme H runs the FIA Extreme H World Cup, billed as the world’s first hydrogen-powered racing series, with male and female drivers competing over three-day race formats in challenging environment

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen in Riyadh on Wednesday for talks on bilateral cooperation and regional developments. The Dutch side reiterated its condemnation of Iran's attacks on Saudi Arabia and several other countries in the region. The talks also covered joint efforts to maintain the security and safety of international waterways.

📷| WAM RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa discussed bilateral ties, cooperation in development and economic fields, and Middle East developments during Al-Sharaa’s working visit to the UAE. Al-Sharaa condemned Iranian attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure in the UAE and other countries in the region, saying they violated sovereignty and international law and u

SPA RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Communications and Information Technology Minister Abdullah Alswaha discussed with Ericsson CEO Börje Ekholm opportunities to expand the company’s investments in the kingdom and strengthen cooperation in digital infrastructure, 5G, cloud networks, artificial intelligence, automation and emerging technologies, the ministry said. The talks also covered expanding cooperation on network development and digital capabilities

WAM RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Morocco’s King Mohammed VI discussed bilateral ties, cooperation in development-related sectors and regional developments in a phone call, state media reported. The two leaders reviewed ways to advance relations in support of mutual interests and affirmed continued consultation and coordination, the report said. They also discussed regional and international issues of mutu

RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A second ship came under attack on Wednesday in the Strait of Hormuz, the British military said, shortly after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opened fire on a container ship. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, or UKMTO, did not identify who fired at the second vessel, but suspicion fell on Iran after the earlier attack. The cargo ship reported coming under fire and stopping in the water. No damage was reported. The incide

📷 | SPA JEDDAH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Jeddah on Tuesday to review bilateral relations and discuss regional developments, state media reported. The two leaders explored opportunities to support and develop cooperation between the two countries across various fields and coordinated efforts regarding the latest issues in the region. The meeting was attended by senior Saudi off

📷 | SPA HANNOVER, Germany, April 21 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia opened a national pavilion at Hannover Messe 2026 in Germany, where officials held meetings with international industrial and technology companies, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources said. The pavilion brings together several Saudi state entities as the kingdom seeks to expand manufacturing activity, draw investment and increase the use of advanced industrial technologies. On the side

WASHINGTON, April 21 — U.S. President Donald Trump said he is considering a request from the United Arab Emirates central bank for a currency swap to help secure dollar liquidity for the oil-rich economy amid the Iran conflict. In an interview with CNBC, Trump said he was surprised the UAE would need such assistance, but made clear he was open to the prospect. “I mean I’m surprised because they are really rich,” Trump said. He added that he would be willing to help the UAE if

📷 | SPA JEDDAH, April 21 — Jeddah has expanded fan services for the AFC Champions League Elite by opening official merchandise outlets and entertainment areas at its two host stadiums as the tournament’s knockout rounds continue through April 25. The new retail outlets are operating inside King Abdullah Sports City Stadium and Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium, giving supporters access to tournament-branded products during the Round of 16 and later-stage matches. Items avail

SPA RIYADH, April 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has issued an urgent warning to citizens and residents against fraudulent Hajj campaigns and unlicensed offices targeting domestic pilgrims. Authorities urged the public to remain vigilant against deceptive advertisements circulating on social media and various digital platforms. The ministry emphasized that all domestic pilgrimage services must be verified through the official Ministry of

SPA Jeddah, April 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council Chairman, Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah Al – Burhan, in Jeddah on Monday to discuss the deteriorating security situation in the war – torn nation. The high – level meeting focused on regional efforts to restore stability and safeguard Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Both leaders emphasized the urgency of de-escalation th

SPA RIYADH, April 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Events Investment Fund signed a cooperation agreement with the Saudi Shooting Federation to develop shooting sports infrastructure across the Kingdom, including a flagship shooting range project in Qiddia City, the fund announced. The Riyadh Shooting Range project spans approximately 450,000 square meters with an estimated investment of SAR 491 million. It will feature advanced training facilities and professional shooti

SABN RIYADH, April 19 — Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense urged the public to remain cautious and stay away from flood-prone areas as thunderstorms are expected to continue across the kingdom through Friday. The warning followed forecasts by the National Center for Meteorology of continued unstable weather conditions. Civil Defense said moderate to heavy rainfall is expected across all regions, including Makkah, Riyadh, Madinah, Hail, Qassim, the Northern Borders, the Eastern Regi

SPA RIYADH, April 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia signed its participation contract for Specialized Expo 2027 Belgrade on Sunday, marking the Kingdom's transition from planning into full implementation ahead of the event in Serbia. The signing underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to the expo's theme, "Play for Humanity: Sport and Music for All," with the Kingdom set to deliver a pavilion aligned with its Vision 2030 national transformation agenda. "Today's sig

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Art Basel Awards has named the Diriyah Biennale Foundation as a medalist in the Museum and Institution category in its 2026 cycle, recognizing the foundation as a "key platform for regional artistic development" and acknowledging its contribution to contemporary and Islamic arts globally. "The Diriyah Biennale Foundation has been committed to bringing together artists, communities, and ideas across geographies. This