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Saudi Arabia Wins Two International Irrigation Awards
Saudi Arabia Wins Two International Irrigation Awards | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia has won two international irrigation awards recognizing a farmer’s use of water-saving technology and the historic irrigation system in Al-Ahsa. The International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage awarded the WatSave 2026 prize in the farmers’ category to Ali bin Nasser Al-Shahrani. Al-Ahsa’s irrigation system received World Heritage Irrigation Stru
Oct 152 min read
Second GCC–EU Summit in Riyadh Postponed
Second GCC–EU Summit in Riyadh Postponed RIYADH, October 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The second summit between the Gulf Cooperation Council and the European Union, scheduled for October 24 in Riyadh, has been postponed. The two sides will agree on a new date. GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi said the decision followed continued Houthi attempts to target Saudi Arabia and civilian facilities, alongside the extended suspension of operations at King Khalid Inte
Oct 151 min read
Norwegian Commission Proposes Allowing Wealth Fund to Invest in Excluded Defence Companies
Norway's Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg is seen in Oslo, Norway, September 9, 2026. REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger RIYADH, October 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A government-appointed commission recommended on Thursday that Norway allow its $2.3 trillion sovereign wealth fund to invest in certain Western defence companies currently excluded over their involvement in nuclear weapons production. The proposed change could permit investments worth tens of billions of dollars if a
Oct 152 min read
Eight Crew Missing After Two Tankers Catch Fire in Romanian Black Sea Waters
Eight Crew Missing After Two Tankers Catch Fire in Romanian Black Sea Waters RIYADH, October 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Rescuers searched on Thursday for eight crew members missing after two tankers caught fire overnight in Romanian territorial waters in the Black Sea, Romanian officials said. Both vessels were anchored near the entrance to the Danube River’s Sulina Canal. Romania’s naval authority said it received an emergency alert from the San Marino-flagged Wine Tr
Oct 151 min read
Two Ships Sink Near Strait of Hormuz After Projectile Strikes
A handout image dated August 11, 2014, shows the container ship GFS Pride in Rozenburg, Netherlands, that sank while sailing through the Strait of Hormuz on October 14, 2026, according to maritime security sources. Henk Jungerius/Handout via REUTERS RIYADH, October 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A container ship and a dry bulk carrier sank near the Strait of Hormuz in the 24 hours preceding reports from maritime officials on Wednesday, October 14, after separate projectile
Oct 152 min read
Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Presents Credentials to President Asif Ali Zardari
Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Presents Credentials to President Asif Ali Zardari | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Dr. Rajeh Al-Baqami presented his credentials to President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari. Al-Baqami conveyed greetings from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Mi
Oct 141 min read
Saudi Arabia Reports Environmental Gains at Gulf Cooperation Council Ministers’ Meeting
Saudi Arabia Reports Environmental Gains at Gulf Cooperation Council Ministers’ Meeting | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia reported a fourfold increase in the area of terrestrial and marine protected areas and a nearly 300% rise in waste recycling at the 28th Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Environmental Affairs in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries in Bahrain. Deputy Minister for Environment at the Ministry of Environment, Water a
Oct 141 min read
Saudi Arabia Condemns Colombia’s Opening of Embassy in Occupied Jerusalem
Saudi Arabia Condemns Colombia’s Opening of Embassy in Occupied Jerusalem RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia condemned the Colombian government’s opening of an embassy in occupied Jerusalem, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The ministry described the move as a flagrant violation of international law and relevant international resolutions, and an infringement of the city’s legal and historical status. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the de
Oct 141 min read
Riyadh Season Postpones Six Kings Slam to December 27–30
Riyadh Season Postpones Six Kings Slam to December 27–30 RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh Season has postponed the third edition of the Six Kings Slam tennis tournament to December 27–30, 2026. The event had been scheduled for October 21, 22 and 24. Riyadh Season said the decision followed an assessment of organizational and logistical challenges and their potential impact on the audience experience. Preparations are continuing for the rescheduled date
Oct 141 min read
Iraqi Prime Minister Condemns Saudi Airport Attack in Meeting With Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Iraqi Prime Minister Condemns Saudi Airport Attack in Meeting With Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq Ali Falih Al-Zaidi condemned the attack on King Khalid International Airport and attacks on civilian and vital facilities in Saudi Arabia during a meeting on Wednesday with His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, at Al-Yamamah Pa
Oct 141 min read
Pope Leo Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Surgery, Vatican Says
Pope Leo arrives at Gemelli Hospital ahead of the pontiff's surgery to remove a lung nodule, in Rome, Italy, October 13, 2026. REUTERS/Ciro de Luca RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Pope Leo was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after surgeons removed part of his right lung on Tuesday, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin. Tissue tests during the operation confirmed the diagnosis in the 71-year-old pontiff, who had been admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital a
Oct 141 min read
Thirty Mawhiba Members Participate in 25th World Petroleum Congress in Riyadh
Thirty Mawhiba Members Participate in 25th World Petroleum Congress in Riyadh | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Thirty members of the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) specializing in energy are participating in the 25th World Petroleum Congress in Riyadh, which runs through October 15. The members are accompanying international delegations to engage with industry leaders, explore emerging energy trend
Oct 141 min read
Four Injured, 15 Homes Damaged by Debris From Intercepted Houthi Cruise Missiles in Riyadh
Four Injured, 15 Homes Damaged by Debris From Intercepted Houthi Cruise Missiles in Riyadh RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Debris from two Houthi cruise missiles intercepted and destroyed over Riyadh injured four people and caused limited damage to 15 homes on Tuesday, October 13, a Saudi Civil Defense spokesperson said. The injured were two women, a man and a child, the spokesperson said. Saudi Civil Defense responded to the falling debris and carried out t
Oct 141 min read
Saudi Aramco Administrative Building in Dhahran Targeted, Limited Fire Reported
Saudi Aramco Administrative Building in Dhahran Targeted, Limited Fire Reported RIYADH, October 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A Saudi Aramco administrative building in Dhahran, Eastern Region, was targeted on Tuesday evening, October 13, causing a limited fire, an official source at the Ministry of Energy said. The source said the relevant authorities responded to the incident and took the necessary measures. No injuries or deaths were reported. Source: Ministry of Energy
Oct 141 min read
Saudi, Qatari and Kuwaiti Foreign Ministers Condemn Houthi Attacks in Separate Calls
Saudi, Qatari and Kuwaiti Foreign Ministers Condemn Houthi Attacks in Separate Calls RIYADH, October 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received separate phone calls from Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani and Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. During the calls, the ministers discussed the latest regional
Oct 131 min read
Coalition Reports Two Ballistic Missiles, Four Cruise Missiles and Two Drones Intercepted and Destroyed
Coalition Reports Two Ballistic Missiles, Four Cruise Missiles and Two Drones Intercepted and Destroyed RIYADH, October 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen reported the interception and destruction of two ballistic missiles, four cruise missiles and two drones in a series of announcements compiled by SPA. The two ballistic missiles were launched by the Houthi militia toward Harad and Dhahran, the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Ye
Oct 131 min read
U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia Warns Americans of Potential Airport Attacks and Travel Disruptions
U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia Warns Americans of Potential Airport Attacks and Travel Disruptions RIYADH, October 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia warned American citizens on Tuesday of potential attacks on airports, flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions, urging extreme caution when using airports in Saudi Arabia. In its October 13 security alert, U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia said the General Authority of Civil Aviation had extende
Oct 131 min read
Coalition Says Operation Targeted Facilities Supporting Houthi Missile and Drone Arsenal
Coalition Says Operation Targeted Facilities Supporting Houthi Missile and Drone Arsenal RIYADH, October 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen conducted an operation to neutralize capabilities used by the Houthi militia to threaten Saudi Arabia, Yemen, the southern Red Sea and waterways, spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki said. Al-Malki said the Coalition’s Joint Forces Command had established that the Houthis were using civilia
Oct 131 min read
President Erdoğan Condemns Houthi Attacks in Call With Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
President Erdoğan Condemns Houthi Attacks in Call With Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman RIYADH, October 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of the Republic of Türkiye condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia during a phone call on Tuesday with His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Erdoğan affirmed Türkiye’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures aimed at safegu
Oct 131 min read
General Directorate of Passports Issues 20,954 Decisions Over Residency, Labour and Border Security Violations
General Directorate of Passports Issues 20,954 Decisions Over Residency, Labour and Border Security Violations RIYADH, October 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The General Directorate of Passports issued 20,954 administrative decisions during Rabi’ Al-Thani 1448 AH against citizens and residents who violated residency, labour and border security regulations. Penalties included imprisonment, fines and deportation. The General Directorate of Passports urged citizens and reside
Oct 131 min read
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