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Cultural House in Jazan Hosts Program on Venus-Jupiter Conjunction | 📷SPA JAZAN, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Cultural House in Jazan hosted an astronomical phenomena program, bringing together astronomy enthusiasts and skywatchers to observe the peak of the Venus-Jupiter conjunction. The program was organized by the Space and Astronomy Club of the Harf Educational Association and focused on one of the most visible celestial events in the night sky. Participant

Bahrain Reports Interception of Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Bahrain’s Defence Force reported on Wednesday that it intercepted a number of Iranian strikes, as regional attacks widened following U.S. military action against Iran. The Defence Force condemned missile and drone attacks targeting civilians in Bahrain and described them as a violation of international humanitarian law. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps earl

Saudi Arabia and Senegal end scoreless in final World Cup friendly | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia played to a scoreless draw against 10-man Senegal on Wednesday in the teams’ final friendly before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match was held at San Antonio Stadium in the U.S. state of Texas as part of the final phase of Saudi Arabia’s preparation program for the tournament. Saudi head coach Georgios Donis fielded a strong start

Jordan Intercepts Five Missiles Launched From Iran Toward Al-Azraq Area RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Jordanian armed forces intercepted and shot down five missiles launched from Iran toward the al-Azraq area on Wednesday, the military reported. Debris from the interception operation fell on Jordanian territory, without causing injuries or material damage. The announcement followed earlier reports that Iran’s Revolutionary Guards had targeted four sites at th

Iran’s IRGC Says It Targeted U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain After U.S. Strikes RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported early Wednesday that its naval forces launched a drone attack targeting the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain in response to U.S. strikes against Iran. The attack was launched at 2:30 a.m. by IRGC Navy forces, according to a statement carried by the semi-official Tasnim News Agency. The statement identified Jask

Iran Launches Missiles, Drones Toward U.S. Targets, CNN Reports June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Iran launched missiles and drones toward U.S. targets in the region, CNN reported, citing a Telegram post from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps early Wednesday local time. The statement followed a U.S. announcement that it was carrying out retaliatory strikes on Iran after the downing of a U.S. Army helicopter. Explosions were heard in the Iranian cities of Sirik and Mi

JAX District to Launch Coca-Cola Fan Zone for FIFA World Cup 2026 | Photography: SPA DIRIYAH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — JAX District in Diriyah will become a dedicated football viewing destination on Thursday, June 11, with the launch of the Coca-Cola Fan Zone for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The fan zone will open with a live broadcast of the tournament’s official opening ceremony at 20:00, alongside a program of live music, football showcase acts and interactive ent

Turkish Airlines, Al Ghazal Sign Agreement for Al-Ahsa–Rize Flights | Photography: SPA AL-AHSA, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Turkish Airlines and Al Ghazal travel and tourism agency signed an agreement to launch direct flights between Al-Ahsa International Airport and Rize–Artvin Airport in Türkiye, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The signing was sponsored by Al-Ahsa Governor Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr. The agreement supports efforts to strengthen international

Financial Academy Launches Women Leadership Development Initiative RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Financial Academy launched the Women Leadership Development initiative, a national program aimed at strengthening women’s leadership in Saudi Arabia’s financial services sector. The launch brought together women leaders, regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and academic and strategic partners. Financial Academy CEO Mana Alkhamsan said the program was deve

More Than 18,000 Poinciana Trees Enhance Najran Urban Landscape NAJRAN, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — More than 18,000 poinciana trees are contributing to the urban and environmental landscape of Najran, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The trees, known for their red flowers and dense green foliage, line streets, parks and public gardens across the region. They have contributed to improving the urban scene, supporting quality of life and attracting visitors to public

A general view of the old city district, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Muscat, Oman, March 7, 2026. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier MUSCAT, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Oman signed 10 agreements and memorandums of understanding to establish new projects in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm, with estimated investments valued at $7.5 billion, Oman’s state news agency reported. The agreements were signed by Oman’s Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Fr

Team Iran arrives at Tijuana International Airport, Mexico, ahead of the World Cup, on Sunday. Victor Medina/Reuters June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Iran’s ticket allocation for the upcoming World Cup has been withdrawn one week before its opening match, CNN reported, citing a statement from the country’s football federation. The Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran said it was unable to provide tickets to supporters of the national team under current circumstan

Saudi National Team Completes Preparations for Senegal Friendly | Photography: SPA AUSTIN, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s national football team completed preparations to face Senegal in a friendly match on Tuesday at San Antonio FC Stadium in San Antonio,. The match forms part of both teams’ preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Saudi players held their final training session at Austin FC’s training facilities as part of the fourth and final stage o

Thunderstorms Forecast Over Parts of Saudi Highlands RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Thunderstorms may occur over parts of the highlands of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, according to the National Center for Meteorology. Gusty winds are expected in parts of those regions, as well as parts of Madinah, Riyadh, Al-Jouf and Northern Borders regions. Parts of the Eastern Region are expected to record hot to very hot weather. Over the Red Sea, winds will be

Saudi Royal Reserve Records More Than 40 Arabian Sand Gazelle Births | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority recorded more than 40 Arabian sand gazelle births from the beginning of 2026 through the end of the first quarter, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The authority said the births reflect progress in endangered species reintroduction programs and efforts to conserve biodiversity w

Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates Jordan’s King Abdullah II on Accession Day RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a message of congratulations to Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al-Hussein on the anniversary of his Accession Day. The Crown Prince wished King Abdullah continued health and happiness. He also wished the government and people of Jordan steady progress

Saudi Real GDP Grows 3.0% in First Quarter of 2026 RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s real gross domestic product grew 3.0% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, supported by growth in oil and non-oil activities. Oil activities and non-oil activities each expanded by 2.9% year on year. Government activities grew by 1.5%. Compared with the fourth quarter of 2025, seasonally adjusted real GDP declined by 1.2%. Non-oil acti