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Riyadh Heatwave to Push Temperatures as High as 48°C on Tuesday RIYADH, August 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Temperatures across parts of the Riyadh Region are forecast to reach between 47°C and 48°C on Tuesday, according to the Saudi Press Agency, citing the National Center for Meteorology. The heatwave will affect Riyadh City, Diriyah, Thadiq, Huraymila, Rumah, Dhurma, Marat, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, Ad-Dilam, Hawtat Bani Tamim, Al-Muzahimiyah, Ad-Dawadmi, Ar-Rayn, Al-Quwayiy

Princess Sarah bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz discusses Azerbaijan’s potential membership in International Dates Council | 📷SPA RIYADH, August 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Azerbaijan is considering joining the International Dates Council as the organisation expands its membership among countries that produce and import dates. The membership proposal was the focus of talks between International Dates Council Executive Director Princess Sarah bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz and Azerb

Saudi Arabia received more than 19.5 million overseas Hajj and Umrah pilgrims in 2025 | 📷SPA RIYADH, August 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia received more than 19.5 million Hajj and Umrah pilgrims from abroad in 2025, according to the annual report of the Pilgrim Experience Program. The total included 18.03 million Umrah pilgrims and 1.5 million Hajj pilgrims. Umrah arrivals increased by 114% compared with 2022. Hajj pilgrim satisfaction reached 91%, while satis

Jeddah governor opens INSO 2026 with participants from 19 countries | 📷SPA JEDDAH, August 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Jeddah Governor Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi opened the third International Nuclear Science Olympiad, bringing together about 120 students and science specialists from 19 countries. The opening was held under the patronage of Makkah Region Deputy Governor Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz. Saudi Minister of Education Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Ben

Saudi and Iranian foreign ministers discuss diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions RIYADH, August 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed diplomatic efforts to reduce regional tensions amid the current crisis. Prince Faisal reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to supporting regional security and stability in the shared interests of countries and people across the region. Source: SPA

Saudi foreign minister holds separate talks with Qatar and Jordan on regional security RIYADH, August 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed regional de-escalation and maritime navigation during separate phone calls with senior officials from Qatar and Jordan. Prince Faisal spoke with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister A

International Nuclear Science Olympiad to open in Jeddah with 19-country participation JEDDAH, August 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The third International Nuclear Science Olympiad will open in Jeddah on Monday, August 3, bringing together 120 students and science specialists from 19 countries. Makkah Region Deputy Governor Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz is scheduled to preside over the opening ceremony. The event focuses on nuclear science and its peaceful applicat

Mamoun Al-Qabbani wins 2026 Saudi Toyota Hill Climb title | 📷SPA TAIF, August 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Mamoun Al-Qabbani won the 2026 Saudi Toyota Championship Hill Climb after recording a combined time of 3 minutes, 25.792 seconds from his two fastest runs in the final round in Taif. Faisal Sufyan Al-Qabbani finished second overall, followed by Rabee Al-Awar in third. The deciding round brought together 48 male and female drivers across 11 categories and the Women’s

US President Donald Trump greets Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman at the White House in Washington, DC on November 18, 2025.Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images/File RIYADH, August 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held a phone call with United States President Donald Trump to discuss developments across the region and their broader regi

UAE approves Lipfendra for adults with high LDL cholesterol | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Emirates Drug Establishment approved Lipfendra for treating adults with elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, including certain inherited conditions. The UAE became the second country to authorise the medicine. Lipfendra is an oral treatment taken once daily as part of a plan determined by a healthcare professional. It is used alongside a balanced

International falcon shipments arrive in Saudi Arabia ahead of Malham auction RIYADH, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Falcon shipments from breeding farms in Austria, the Netherlands, Romania and Ireland have begun arriving in Saudi Arabia ahead of an international auction near Riyadh. The International Falcon Breeders Auction will take place from August 5 to 25 in Malham and will be organised by the National Center for Falcons. Breeders will offer falcons through dir

Saudi and Kuwaiti foreign ministers discuss regional security RIYADH, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah discussed regional developments during a telephone call. The ministers called for continued coordination and diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions, protect freedom of navigation and maintain regional security and stability. Source: SPA

Saudi Arabia offers condolences after deadly traffic accident in Algeria RIYADH, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia offered its condolences to Algeria following a traffic accident in Boumerdès Province that killed and injured multiple people. The Saudi Foreign Ministry expressed solidarity with Algeria and wished those injured a swift recovery. Source: SPA

Saudi and Turkish foreign ministers discuss regional de-escalation RIYADH, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed regional developments during a telephone call. The two ministers exchanged views on the crisis and called for stronger diplomatic efforts to contain it and reduce tensions across the region.

Saudi Arabia records 14,154 residency, labour and border violations in one week RIYADH, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi authorities recorded 14,154 residency, labour and border security violations during inspections conducted across the Kingdom from July 23 to 29. The total included 7,103 residency violations, 3,654 border security offences and 3,397 breaches of labour laws. Border authorities detained 1,418 people attempting to enter Saudi Arabia illegally. Yem

US planning possible new strikes on Iran this weekend, officials say WASHINGTON, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United States is preparing for possible new strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, according to two U.S. officials familiar with the plans. The officials said the scale and targets had not been finalised and cautioned that the attacks could still be cancelled. President Donald Trump signalled a return to heavy strikes during a Cabinet meeting on