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📷 | WAM SHARJAH, April 24 — Arada has launched Jenna, a new upscale residential complex within its AED35 billion Aljada megacommunity in Sharjah, as the emirate’s property market continues to record strong growth in transaction activity. The first 100 apartments have been released for sale as part of Jenna 1, with the full development set to include 631 homes. Construction is scheduled for completion by the end of the first quarter of 2029. The launch comes amid sustained de

RIYADH, April 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense urged the public to remain cautious and stay in safe locations as thunderstorms are expected to continue across the kingdom until Tuesday. The authority warned people to avoid valleys and areas vulnerable to flash floods and advised against swimming in floodwaters. It also called on citizens and residents to follow safety instructions issued through official media and social me

RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Kuwait announced the reopening of its airspace at Kuwait International Airport and the gradual resumption of flight operations after a temporary precautionary suspension of air traffic imposed on Feb. 28 due to regional developments. Kuwait’s civil aviation authority said technical teams had begun maintenance and repair work on facilities and operational equipment damaged by Iranian attacks and affiliated factions, and said the

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 24(Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi and Swiss officials reviewed joint investment opportunities and ways to strengthen economic cooperation during the Saudi-Swiss Investment Roundtable Meeting in Jeddah, held during Swiss President Guy Parmelin’s visit to the kingdom. The meeting brought together Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Investment Minister Fahad Al-Saif, Swiss State Secretary for Economic Affairs Helene Budliger Artieda, and

RIYADH, April 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority urged businesses to submit zakat and income tax returns for foreign establishments for the fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2025, by April 30, 2026. The authority said the deadline was in line with rules requiring taxpayers to submit returns and meet financial obligations within 120 days of the end of their fiscal year. ZATCA called on businesses to use its e-services portal to complete

📷| SPA RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Royal Commission for AlUla signed a memorandum of understanding with L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, to strengthen cooperation in jewelry craftsmanship, education, artisanal training, cultural exchange and knowledge development. The partnership is aimed at supporting AlUla’s position as a global center for creative industries and the arts, the commission said. The agreement also seeks to expand learning opportunitie

RIYADH, April 23 — Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports, including re-exports, rose 15.1% in February from a year earlier, driven by a sharp increase in re-export activity, according to data released by the General Authority for Statistics. Non-oil national exports excluding re-exports increased 6.3%, while re-exported goods jumped 28.5%. Machinery, electrical equipment and parts led the rise in re-exports, climbing 59.9% and accounting for 53.9% of the total. Total merchandise exp

SABN RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. military seized another tanker on Thursday linked to Iranian oil smuggling, the Defense Department said. The Pentagon said U.S. forces seized the Guyana-flagged oil tanker Majestic X in the Indian Ocean. The department said it would continue maritime enforcement operations to disrupt illicit networks and interdict vessels providing material support to Iran. The seizure came after Iran attacked three cargo ships on

📷SPA RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi discussed bilateral relations, cooperation and regional developments during a phone call. The talks also covered the security and economic implications of recent regional developments at the regional and international levels. They discussed efforts to de-escalate tensions, strengthen regional security and stability, and ensure maritime securi

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 23 — The Sports Investment Forum 2026 concluded in Riyadh after three days of discussions bringing together leaders from the global sports and investment sectors to examine partnerships, financing and future growth opportunities across the industry. The forum featured strategic sessions, workshops, an investment exhibition, a dedicated platform for agreements and the Elite Business Club, designed to connect senior investors and executives. Discussions d

Sailors handle line during a replenishment-at-sea with Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Arctic on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush in the Indian Ocean, on April 19.Seaman Apprentice Lucas Krug/Digital/U.S. Navy RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush was in the Indian Ocean as of Tuesday, according to photos posted on a U.S. Defense Department website. Its presence could give

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Swiss President Guy Parmelin discussed bilateral cooperation, investment opportunities and regional and international developments during talks in Jeddah. The meeting also covered coordination on issues of mutual interest, according to the Saudi side. Senior Saudi and Swiss officials attended the talks, including ministers, national security advisers, ambassadors and economic o

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Motorsport Company and Extreme H announced a strategic commercial partnership on Wednesday aimed at supporting innovation in sustainable technologies and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position as a global motorsport hub. Extreme H runs the FIA Extreme H World Cup, billed as the world’s first hydrogen-powered racing series, with male and female drivers competing over three-day race formats in challenging environment

📷 | SPA RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen in Riyadh on Wednesday for talks on bilateral cooperation and regional developments. The Dutch side reiterated its condemnation of Iran's attacks on Saudi Arabia and several other countries in the region. The talks also covered joint efforts to maintain the security and safety of international waterways.

📷| WAM RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa discussed bilateral ties, cooperation in development and economic fields, and Middle East developments during Al-Sharaa’s working visit to the UAE. Al-Sharaa condemned Iranian attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure in the UAE and other countries in the region, saying they violated sovereignty and international law and u

SPA RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Communications and Information Technology Minister Abdullah Alswaha discussed with Ericsson CEO Börje Ekholm opportunities to expand the company’s investments in the kingdom and strengthen cooperation in digital infrastructure, 5G, cloud networks, artificial intelligence, automation and emerging technologies, the ministry said. The talks also covered expanding cooperation on network development and digital capabilities

WAM RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Morocco’s King Mohammed VI discussed bilateral ties, cooperation in development-related sectors and regional developments in a phone call, state media reported. The two leaders reviewed ways to advance relations in support of mutual interests and affirmed continued consultation and coordination, the report said. They also discussed regional and international issues of mutu

RIYADH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A second ship came under attack on Wednesday in the Strait of Hormuz, the British military said, shortly after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opened fire on a container ship. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, or UKMTO, did not identify who fired at the second vessel, but suspicion fell on Iran after the earlier attack. The cargo ship reported coming under fire and stopping in the water. No damage was reported. The incide

📷 | SPA JEDDAH, April 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Jeddah on Tuesday to review bilateral relations and discuss regional developments, state media reported. The two leaders explored opportunities to support and develop cooperation between the two countries across various fields and coordinated efforts regarding the latest issues in the region. The meeting was attended by senior Saudi off