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King Salman Sends Message Congratulating Romania on National Day
SPA RIYADH, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of congratulations to President Nicușor Dan of Romania on the occasion of the country’s National Day. King Salman conveyed his best wishes to the Romanian President for continued good health and happiness, and wished the government and people of Romania steady progress and prosperity.
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Saudi Pavilion Concludes Participation at Venice Biennale 2025 With Najdi Architecture Exhibition
📷SPA VENICE, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Saudi Pavilion has concluded its participation in La Biennale di Venezia 2025 following a six-month architectural exhibition titled “Um Slaim School: An Architecture of Connection,” which ran from May 10 to November 23. The exhibition was presented by Syn Architects, led by architects Sara Alissa and Nojoud Alsudairi, under the curatorship of Beatrice Leanza, with support from assistant curator Sara Almutlaq. T
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Hong Kong Police Continue Search of Fire-Ravaged Towers as Death Toll Reaches 146
Firefighters gather next to bamboo scaffolding debris at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex after the deadly fire, in Tai Po, Hong Kong, China, December 1, 2025. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov HONG KONG, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Hong Kong authorities pressed ahead on Monday with searches of the remaining apartment towers destroyed by a massive fire that killed at least 146 people and displaced hundreds now living in temporary housing. Police have completed swe
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Sends Condolences to Indonesia Over Flood and Landslide Victims
SPA RIYADH, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a cable of condolences to President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia following the deaths caused by floods and landslides in several regions of the country. In the cable, the Crown Prince conveyed his profound condolences and sincere sympathies to the Indonesian President and to the families of the deceased. He pra
Dec 1, 20251 min read


King Salman Sends Condolences to Indonesia Over Flood and Landslide Victims
📷SPA RIYADH, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of condolences to President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia following the deaths caused by floods and landslides in several regions of the country. In the cable, King Salman extended his deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the Indonesian President, the families of the victims and the Indonesian people. He prayed that Allah gran
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Saudi Arabia Confirms Readiness at Salwa Port for FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Travelers
📷SPA RIYADH, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Directorate of Passports said it is fully prepared to serve travelers heading to the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, which will be held from December 1 to 18. The directorate announced that it has reinforced the Salwa Port with qualified personnel and updated technical systems to ensure smooth entry and exit procedures for passengers. Authorities urged citizens to check the validity of their passports before
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Saudi Arabia Launches Pakistan Culture Events Under “Global Harmony 2” Initiative
📷SPA RIYADH, November 30, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Ministry of Media on Monday launched the Pakistan Culture events as part of the “Global Harmony 2” initiative, organized in cooperation with the General Entertainment Authority through the Quality of Life Program, aiming to strengthen engagement with residents and highlight the Kingdom’s support for cultural diversity. The Pakistan Culture events will run for three days and feature cultural performances, inte
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Saudi Arabia Reports 5,651 Mineralization Sites in 2024, GASTAT Says
RIYADH, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) released its Mineral Resources Statistics 2024 bulletin, reporting that the number of discovered mineralization sites in Saudi Arabia reached 5,651 in 2024, with non-metallic minerals representing the largest share. According to the bulletin, non-metallic minerals accounted for 54.1% of all sites, totaling 3,058. Metallic minerals represented 42.9% with 2,423 sites, while dep
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Saudi Arabia Wins Six Awards at WorldSkills Asia 2025 Competition in Taipei
📷SPA TAIPEI, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s delegation achieved six awards at the WorldSkills Asia 2025 Competition, held in Taipei from November 27 to 30, marking a strong performance among more than 500 contestants from 29 countries competing across 35 skills. Saudi competitors won second place in robotics and third places in both web design and graphic design. The delegation also received excellence awards in graphic design and welding, in
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Swiss Voters Reject Proposed Tax on Super-Rich With 79%, Early Estimates Show
A drone view shows the Limmat river, the Grossmunster Church and the Fraumunster Church on an early morning in Zurich, Switzerland May 2, 2025. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse ZURICH, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Swiss voters rejected on Sunday a proposal to impose a 50% tax on inherited fortunes of 50 million Swiss francs ($62 million) or more, with public broadcaster SRF estimating 79% of ballots cast against the measure. The initiative, put forward by the youth
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Prince William Visits Severely Ill Children Evacuated From Gaza for NHS Treatment in the UK
LONDON, November 30, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Prince William visited severely ill children from Gaza who are receiving specialist medical treatment in the United Kingdom as part of a UK government humanitarian evacuation programme. The NHS began providing care to children evacuated from the Gaza Strip in September under a government-led mission. Fifty children were receiving treatment in Britain as of November 21, according to the Department of Health and Social Ca
Nov 30, 20252 min read


Kazakhstan Urges Ukraine to Halt Drone Strikes on CPC Black Sea Terminal
ASTANA, December 1, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kazakhstan urged Ukraine on Sunday to stop attacking the Black Sea terminal of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) after a major drone strike halted crude exports and caused significant damage to loading infrastructure at the Novorossiysk facility. CPC, whose shareholders include Russian, Kazakh and U.S. companies, suspended operations after one of its single-point moorings at the Russian Black Sea terminal was serious
Nov 30, 20252 min read


Winners Crowned at Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation Endurance Cup in AlUla
📷SPA ALULA, November 30, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Representatives from the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation and the Equestrian Development team at the Royal Commission for AlUla crowned the winners of the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation Endurance Cup, a 120-kilometer race held on Saturday. Issa Al-Mazroui took first place, followed by Khalifa Al-Amimi in second and Tamim Al-Marri in third. The race included 270 riders from 18 countries and received commenda
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Saudi Falcons Club Cup 2025 Draws Over 80,000 Visitors by Sixth Day
📷SPA EASTERN REGION, November 30, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi Falcons Club Cup 2025 has attracted more than 80,000 visitors by the end of its sixth day, drawing participation from families, youth, and falconry enthusiasts, according to organizers. The tournament, held in the Eastern Region and continuing until Sunday, is organized by the Saudi Falcons Club in partnership with the Eastern Region Principality. The event includes 48 rounds of the Melwah tradit
Nov 30, 20251 min read


GEA Chairman Says Arabian Music Conference Responds to Regional Artistic Needs
📷SPA RIYADH, November 30, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Advisor Turki Alalshikh said the idea of holding the Arabian Music Conference came in response to the needs of the artistic landscape in the Arab world. Alalshikh described the conference as a platform dedicated to studying musical styles and emphasized the importance of coordination and integration among entities involved in musical w
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Trump Says Venezuelan Airspace Should Be Considered Closed
WASHINGTON, November 30, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that airspace above and around Venezuela should be considered “closed in its entirety,” as Reuters reported, without offering further details. The announcement caused concern in Caracas amid increased U.S. pressure on President Nicolas Maduro’s government. “To all Airlines, Pilots, Drug Dealers, and Human Traffickers, please consider THE AIRSPACE ABOVE AND SURROUNDING VEN
Nov 30, 20251 min read


Ministry of Sport Hosts Two-Day Sports Media Meeting on Shura Island
📷SPA RIYADH, November 29, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Ministry of Sport held a two-day sports media meeting on Shura Island, the main hub of The Red Sea project, with the participation of Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal, Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary, and more than 85 representatives from local media organizations. The meeting focused on strengthening communication between the sports sector and the media, reviewing developments, and
Nov 29, 20251 min read


Queen Camilla Wears Saudi Daqlah at London’s Biennial Rifles Awards Dinner
Queen Camilla, Colonel-in-Chief The Rifles and Royal Colonel 4th Battalion The Ranger Regiment, attends the Biennial RIFLES Awards Dinner, in London, Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. Getty Images LONDON, November 29, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Queen Camilla attended the Biennial Rifles Awards Dinner in London wearing a red velvet gown by British designer Fiona Clare and a traditional Saudi Daqlah originally presented to King Charles during an official visit to Saudi Arabia i
Nov 29, 20251 min read


Dallah Coffee Pot Recognized as Key Element of Arab Cultural Heritage
SPA RIYADH, November 29, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The dallah, the traditional Arab coffee pot, is widely regarded as one of the most prominent symbols of Arab heritage, reflecting centuries-old customs of hospitality and social identity across the region. Historically used in councils, gatherings and formal occasions, the dallah served both a practical and cultural role, becoming closely associated with values of generosity and hospitality. Its presence in social s
Nov 29, 20252 min read


UNIDO Designates April 21 as International Day of Women in Industry, Saudi Arabia Welcomes Decision
📷SPA RIYADH, November 29, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef, who also serves as President of the 21st session of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) General Conference, announced that Saudi Arabia welcomes the adoption of April 21 as the International Day of Women in Industry. The designation was approved by UNIDO member states during the General Conference in Riyadh, marking the first
Nov 29, 20251 min read
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