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Kuwait Reopens Airspace After Temporary Closure KUWAIT, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Kuwait reopened its airspace on Saturday after a temporary precautionary closure following Iranian ballistic missile attacks on the country. The Public Authority of Civil Aviation activated emergency procedures to ensure the safety of passengers, air crews and civil aviation facilities. The closure lasted from 4:15 a.m. to 6:15 a.m. During the closure, 11 Kuwait Airways and Jazeera A

Bahrain Says Air Defences Intercepted Iranian Missiles MANAMA, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Bahrain announced on Saturday that its air defences intercepted Iranian missiles and strongly condemned Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait. Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry described the attacks as a violation of the sovereignty of both countries and a breach of international law and the United Nations Charter. The ministry said the attacks violated U.N. Security Council R

Riyadh Air Receives First Two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Riyadh Air received its first two custom-built Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, marking a key step in the launch of Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier. The aircraft arrived in tandem at about 10 a.m. local time and received a water cannon salute upon touchdown. The aircraft, operating under the call signs Riyadh 1 an

Princess Sarah bint Bandar, Russian Agriculture Minister Discuss Dates Sector Cooperation | Photography: spa ST. PETERSBURG, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — International Dates Council Executive Director Princess Sarah bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz met Russian Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut on the sidelines of the 2026 St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The meeting discussed Russia’s accession to the International Dates Council and ways to strengthen internationa

Saudi Crown Prince, Lebanese President Discuss Regional Developments RIYADH, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to discuss developments in Lebanon and the wider region, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The call reviewed efforts aimed at strengthening security and stability. Aoun expressed appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s positions toward Lebanon and its support for efforts to pr

Maritime Drone Detonates Near Romanian Oil Terminal After Russian Jamming, Ukraine Reports BUCHAREST, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — A maritime drone self-detonated near an oil terminal at Romania’s Black Sea port of Constanta on Friday, causing no casualties, after Ukraine said Russian electronic warfare caused one of its naval drones to lose control and drift into Romanian waters, Reuters reported. Ukraine’s navy said the drone had been on a mission in the Black Sea

Smoke rises after an explosion as a marine drone self-detonated in Romania's Black Sea port of Constanta near an oil terminal, without causing any casualties, according to the defence ministry, in Constanta, Romania. Observator Antena1/Handout via REUTERS BUCHAREST, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — A maritime drone self-detonated on Friday near an oil terminal in Romania’s Black Sea port of Constanta, causing no casualties, Reuters reported. Romanian officials did not id

Saudi Ambassador to U.S. Visits Boeing Facilities in South Carolina | Photography: SPA CHARLESTON, June 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Ambassador to the United States Princess Reema bint Bandar visited Boeing’s facilities in Charleston, South Carolina, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Princess Reema toured the company’s facilities and viewed several aircraft designated for Riyadh Air. The visit underscored the partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United States an

Saudi Arabia's Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud attends a session at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) in Saint Petersburg, Russia June 4, 2026. REUTERS/Anastasia Barashkova ST. PETERSBURG, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman met his Russian counterpart in St. Petersburg on Thursday and called for stability in the energy sector as the Iran and Ukraine wars disrupt oil output and ex

Saudi Arabia Highlights Sport’s Role in Promoting Dialogue at UN Event | Photography: SPA NEW YORK, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Abdulaziz Alwasil participated in a U.N. event in New York on the role of sport in promoting dialogue among peoples, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Alwasil said sport is a universal language that helps build understanding, strengthen ties and promote cooperation and peace among

Saudi Economy Minister, Canadian Trade Minister Discuss Economic Cooperation | Photography: SPA PARIS, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim met Canadian Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers discussed ways to strengthen economic, investment and trade relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada. Th

Saudi, Kuwaiti Foreign Ministers Discuss Regional Developments | Photography; SPA RIYADH, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers discussed regional developments and related efforts.

Saudi Ballooning Federation Concludes FAI Commission Meeting in AlUla | Photography: SPA ALULA, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi Ballooning Federation concluded the annual meeting of the FAI Ballooning Commission in AlUla, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The meeting brought together more than 50 international representatives and experts from 24 countries. The event included technical and organizational meetings and sessions, as well as a cultural and social pr

Saudi Crown Prince, Bahrain King Discuss Iranian Attacks | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call with Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to discuss Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain, the Saudi Press Agency reported. During the call, the Crown Prince condemned the attacks and affirmed Saudi Arabia’s full solidarity with Bahrain. He also affirmed the Kingdom’s support for all measures taken b

French-Iranian artist Marjane Satrapi poses in front of the Olympic tapestry in Paris, France, on March 12, 2024.Benoit Tessier/Reuters PARIS, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — French-Iranian artist, author and women’s rights activist Marjane Satrapi, best known for the graphic novel memoir “Persepolis,” has died at 56, the Élysée Palace said on Thursday. The French presidency said Satrapi’s work “captivated a global audience” and described her as a major figure in French

Qatar Emir, Trump Discuss Middle East Developments DOHA, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call from U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss developments in the Middle East, Qatar News Agency reported. The two sides reviewed political and security developments in the region and regional and international efforts aimed at de-escalation and stability. Sheikh Tamim stressed the importance of political and diplomati

Saudi Arabia Participates as Guest of Honor at St. Petersburg Economic Forum ST. PETERSBURG, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia is participating as Guest of Honor at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The forum is being held in St. Petersburg under the theme “Pragmatic dialogue: the path to a stable future.” Saudi Arabia’s participation coincides with the centenary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia