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Jazan Governor Honors Winners of Princess Seetah Award for Responsible Citizenship | 📷SPA AZAN, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Jazan Region Governor Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz honored the winners of the Princess Seetah bint Abdulaziz Award for Responsible Citizenship in its fifth edition. The winners were recognized for contributions to social responsibility and community service. The recognition took place during the governor’s reception of Dr. Fahad bin Hamad Al-

Sharjah Institute for Heritage, UAE National Orchestra Discuss Cultural Cooperation | Courtesy of WAM SHARJAH, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Sharjah Institute for Heritage received a delegation from the UAE National Orchestra as the two institutions discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between the heritage and music sectors. The delegation was led by UAE National Orchestra Managing Director Sheikha Alia bint Khalid Al Qasimi and included Egyptian composer Hish

Wildfire in Southern France Forces Evacuations as Firefighters Battle Blaze PARIS, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A large wildfire raged in southern France on Wednesday, forcing scores of people to evacuate as firefighters battled flames fuelled by drought and strong winds. Hundreds of firefighters were deployed in the Herault and Aude departments to contain the blaze. Two smaller fires also broke out in Rognac and Lancon-Provence near Marseille. The fires came a year

Saudi Film Festival Production Market Awards Exceed SAR4 Million | Courtesy of SPA DAMMAM, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Production Market at the Saudi Film Festival concluded its professional program with record figures for the festival, including 51 awards worth more than SAR4 million. The value of the awards increased by more than 60% compared with the previous edition, while the market recorded 48 meetings and partnerships between filmmakers and production ent

Prince Faisal bin Farhan Receives Phone Call From Japan’s Foreign Minister | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Japan’s Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi. The two ministers reviewed bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan. They also discussed the latest regional developments and ongoing efforts to address them.

Egyptian Saudi International Franchise Expo Opens in Cairo | Courtesy of SPA CAIRO, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The first edition of the Egyptian Saudi International Franchise Expo, Franex 2026, opened in Cairo on Wednesday. The exhibition runs from July 1 to 3, bringing together government entities, economic institutions and international organizations active in the franchise sector. The event includes panel discussions and workshops on building successful brands,

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Sign MoU to Develop Cricket Stadium in Jeddah | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation and the Pakistan Cricket Board signed a strategic memorandum of understanding in Riyadh to develop a cricket stadium in Jeddah. The signing was attended by Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation Chairman Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Mohammad and Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control and Pakis

Saudi Water Week 2026 Sessions Conclude in Jeddah | Courtesy of SPA JEDDAH, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The scientific and technical sessions accompanying Saudi Water Week 2026 concluded in Jeddah after four days of discussions on water security, sustainability and the future of water management. The event, held at the Ritz-Carlton Jeddah, brought together decision-makers, experts, researchers, representatives of international organizations, government entities and

Saudi, Pakistani Interior Ministers Sign MoU to Strengthen Cooperation | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif met Pakistan’s Federal Minister of Interior and Narcotics Control Mohsin Raza Naqvi in Riyadh on Wednesday. The two ministers reviewed relations between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan and discussed ways to strengthen security cooperation and coordination between their ministries. They al

Zuhair Murad Resort 2027 | Courtesy of Zuhair Murad The designer introduced a more relaxed vision of eveningwear and ready-to-wear, balancing his signature embellishment with cleaner lines, softer colours and more versatile pieces. Zuhair Murad approached the season with a softer and more relaxed interpretation of his glamour codes, presenting a collection shaped by the movement of sea waves and a growing demand for understated luxury. The designer replaced heavily structured

Saudi Shura Council Urges Airspace Capacity Expansion, Digital Government Measures | 📷SPA RIYADH, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council called on the General Authority of Civil Aviation to accelerate work on expanding the Kingdom’s airspace capacity as air traffic continues to grow. The council said the project should help keep pace with the rapid rise in aviation activity and reduce air congestion. It also urged the authority to expand the use o

Georgina Rodríguez wears her new activewear wardrobe brand. Courtesy of Mimoa DUBAI, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Georgina Rodriguez launched Mimoa, a Dubai-based direct-to-consumer activewear and lifestyle brand focused on everyday basics for women. The brand’s first collection includes 27 styles priced under 100 euros, or about $125, with the company saying it aims to make premium activewear and lifestyle wear more accessible. Mimoa is expected to expand to 91 vari

The new Air Force One, a plane gifted by the Qatari government, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, U.S., July 1, 2026. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper WASHINGTON, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - U.S. President Donald Trump travels to North Dakota on Wednesday to dedicate a museum honoring former President Theodore Roosevelt, as he promotes a message of American greatness ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. The visit comes as Trump has embraced celebrations marking the 250th anniver

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan attends a press conference following talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, June 16, 2026. Sergei Ilnitsky/Pool via REUTERS ANKARA, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Turkey is interested in joining the European Union’s Single Euro Payments Area payments system, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Wednesday. Fidan said related financial institutions were working on the issue. He was responding to a question

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa speaks during a session at Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 17, 2026. REUTERS/Umit Bektas PARIS, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed 70 lawmakers to a transitional parliament on Wednesday, clearing the way for the 210-member People’s Assembly to convene next week. The chamber is expected to hold its first session on Monday, Mohamed Taha al-Ahmed, head of the Higher Judicial Committe

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi attends a press conference alongside Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein (not pictured), in Baghdad, Iraq, June 28, 2026. REUTERS/Thaier Al-Sudani PARIS, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iran will deliver an immediate and powerful response to any threat against its people or leadership, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday. Araqchi made the statement in a post on X, saying the United States had committed to restr

Riyadh Air Adds Málaga and Kuala Lumpur to Growing Network RIYADH, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier and a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund, announced the addition of Málaga and Kuala Lumpur to its growing network, launching ticket sales for flights linking the two destinations with Riyadh. With the addition of the two destinations, Riyadh Air is preparing to operate flights to eight destinations from Riyadh by Augus