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U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks on artificial intelligence at the "Winning the AI Race" Summit in Washington D.C., U.S., July 23, 2025. REUTERS/Kent Nishimur WASHINGTON, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — U.S. President Donald Trump called on Middle Eastern and other countries to sign the Abraham Accords after a deal to end the Iran war is reached, while warning that military action could resume if negotiations fail. “I am mandatorily requesting that all Count

Sharjah Business Women Council Launches New Hub to Support Women Entrepreneurs | Photography: WAM SHARJAH, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Sharjah Business Women Council launched a new business hub in Al Mamsha to support women entrepreneurs and business owners through networking, knowledge exchange and collaboration opportunities. The space was unveiled during an open gathering attended by Sheikha Hind bint Majid Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Business Women

Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates Jordan’s King Abdullah on Independence Day RIYADH, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of congratulations to Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al-Hussein on the country’s Independence Day. The Crown Prince wished King Abdullah continued health and happiness, and Jordan’s government and people steady progress and prosperity.

Holy Kaaba Aligns with Sun on Thursday in Rare Astronomical Event | Photography: SPA MAKKAH, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The sun will align directly over the Holy Kaaba on Thursday, May 28, at about 12:18 p.m. Makkah time, in an astronomical phenomenon used to determine the Qibla direction. Jeddah Astronomy Society Director Majed Abu Zahra described the alignment as a precise astronomical event that allows people to verify geographical and astronomical calculations

King Salman Congratulates Jordan’s King Abdullah on Independence Day | Photography: SPA RIYADH, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of congratulations to Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al-Hussein on the country’s Independence Day. King Salman wished King Abdullah continued health and happiness, and Jordan’s government and people further progress and prosperity. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mo

Sheikha Shamma Calls for Stronger Global Collaboration to Accelerate Climate Action | Photography: WAM LONDON, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The UAE sustainability leader highlighted the importance of integrated systems thinking, institutional transformation and cross-sector collaboration in addressing global climate challenges. Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan has called for stronger international collaboration and more integrated sustainability frame

Bahrain Sentences Nine to Life in IRGC Espionage Cases MANAMA, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Bahrain’s High Criminal Court sentenced nine people to life imprisonment in two espionage cases involving 11 defendants accused of spying for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The remaining defendants received three-year prison terms. The defendants were convicted of providing information to the IRGC for use in terrorist and hostile acts against Bahrain and its nationa

Saudi Reserve Records 12 Rock Hyrax Births in First Quarter RIYADH, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve recorded 12 rock hyrax births in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting progress in breeding and environmental care programs aimed at supporting wildlife sustainability. The births are part of ongoing efforts to increase populations of desert species within their natural habitats. The rock hyrax is a wild mammal adapted to mount

Saudi Arabia Condemns Terrorist Attack on Train in Pakistan’s Balochistan RIYADH, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia condemned the terrorist attack on a train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, expressing solidarity with Pakistan and its people. The Kingdom renewed its rejection of all forms of terrorism and extremism and denounced attempts to undermine Pakistan’s security and stability. Saudi Arabia offered condolences to the families of the victims and to t

Foreign Ministers Condemn Somaliland Move to Open Office in Jerusalem RIYADH, May 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia and 18 Arab and Muslim countries condemned the move by the so-called Somaliland region to open a representative office in occupied Jerusalem, calling it illegal and a violation of international law. The ministers described the step as a direct challenge to the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem and a breach of r

National Guard Minister inspects Hajj 1447 forces in Mina, inaugurates upgraded Al-Sharaie camp in Makkah | Photoraphy: SPA MINA, May 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Minister of National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz reviewed the military readiness of National Guard forces participating in this year’s Hajj mission. The forces are assigned to security and health-related duties in Makkah, the holy sites and Madinah during the 1447 Hajj season. Prince Ab

Ithra to Launch Four-Day Eid Al-Adha Program With More Than 30 Events | Photography: SPA DAMMAM, May 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, known as Ithra, will launch a four-day Eid Al-Adha program starting on the second day of the holiday, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. The program will run from May 28 to 31, corresponding to 11-14 Dhu Al-Hijjah 1447, and will feature more than 30 cultural and entertainment events. The Sau

Director Marie-Clementine Dusabejambo, Camera d'Or award winner for the film "Ben'imana", director Cristian Mungiu, Palme d'Or award winner for the film "Fjord", next to cast members Renate Reinsve and Sebastian Stan and Tilda Swinton, Isabelle Huppert, Emmanuel Macchia and Valentin Campagne, co-winners of the Best Actor award winner for their roles in the film "Coward", Isaach De Bankole, Jury member of the 79th Cannes Film Festival, Directors Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calv

Saudi king sends condolences to Kuwait emir over death of Sheikh Mohammed Al-Sabah RIYADH, May 23 — Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of condolences to Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah over the death of Sheikh Mohammed Faisal Mohammed Abdulaziz Al-Malik Al-Sabah. King Salman extended condolences to the Kuwaiti emir and the family of the deceased, and prayed for God’s mercy and forgiveness for him.

Saudi crown prince, Qatar emir discuss regional developments RIYADH, May 23 — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Saturday from Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. During the call, the two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and discussed ways to strengthen cooperation across various fields. They also discussed regional developments and ongoing efforts aimed at maintaining security and stability.

U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks at Rockland Community College in Suffern, New York, U.S., May 22, 2026. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper RIYADH, May 23 — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that American and Iranian negotiators were “getting a lot closer” to reaching an agreement aimed at ending nearly three months of war, according to interviews with CBS News and Axios. Trump said a final agreement would prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and would ensure