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Grand Mosque Imam Urges Fact-Checking in Disputes, Condemns Attacks on Holy Sites MAKKAH, September 18, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Grand Mosque Imam Sheikh Bandar Baleela urged worshippers on Friday to verify facts before forming judgments about others, warning that suspicion can damage personal relationships and wider social ties. During the Friday sermon in Makkah, Baleela said negative assumptions about fellow Muslims could lead to spying, backbiting and open host

Riyadh Forum Examines How to Turn AI Ethics Principles Into Policy RIYADH, September 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Policymakers and experts meeting at the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Riyadh are examining how ethical principles for AI can be converted into policies and working practices. The fourth edition of the forum, known as GFEAI 2026, is reviewing developments since UNESCO adopted its Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificia

Saudi Arabia Calls for Consistent Application of International Law in Armed Conflicts NEW YORK, September 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia called for international law to be applied consistently in armed conflicts, saying compliance with the United Nations Charter was essential to international security and civilian protection. The Kingdom’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Abdulaziz Alwasil, delivered the statement during a UN Se

Saudi Industry Forum Showcases Robotics and AI Manufacturing Systems in Jeddah | 📷SPA JEDDAH, September 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Industrial and service robots were demonstrated at the Saudi Industry Forum 2026 in Jeddah, highlighting the use of automation and artificial intelligence in manufacturing, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Saudi and international companies specializing in automation and smart manufacturing presented robotic systems at the Jeddah Supe

Sheikha Latifa Warns AI-Generated Content Is Testing Trust in News | 📷WAM DUBAI, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum warned that AI-generated and manipulated content was making it increasingly difficult for audiences to determine which news and information they could trust. Sheikha Latifa, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, addressed the issue during a keynote speech titled “The Stories T

Saudi Sports Ministry Launches National Day Fitness Campaign RIYADH, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Sport launched a nationwide campaign on Wednesday to encourage physical activity as part of the Kingdom’s National Day celebrations, SPA reported. The campaign promotes active lifestyles and physical fitness among different sections of society. The ministry said the initiative would use targeted multimedia content across social medi

Norway proposes ban on trade with Israeli settlements OSLO, September 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Norway has proposed banning imports from and exports to Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem, under draft legislation open for public consultation until September 19. The proposal, published by the foreign ministry on June 19, would make violations punishable by fines, up to three years in prison, or both. Negligent violation

Saudi Crown Prince, Egypt’s El-Sisi discuss regional and maritime security in Cairo | 📷SPA CAIRO, September 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi discussed regional security, maritime security and freedom of navigation during talks in Cairo on Tuesday, SPA reported. Meeting at Al-Ittihadiya Palace, the two leaders reviewed developments in the Middle E

Saudi Arabia, UNESCO and ICAIRE Call for Wider Access to AI and Stronger Ethical Governance RIYADH, September 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia, UNESCO and the International Center for AI Research and Ethics issued a joint statement on Tuesday calling for stronger international cooperation to close gaps in access to artificial intelligence and support its ethical development and use. The statement followed a closed ministerial meeting in Riyadh where ministers an

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy alongside the NATO leaders summit at the Bestepe Presidential Compound in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY DOONBEG, Ireland, September 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - U.S. President Donald Trump urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Sunday to halt strikes on Russian diesel infrastructure, blaming the attacks for fuel shortag

Saudi Civil Defense Warns of Flash Flood Risk Through Saturday RIYADH, September 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Civil Defense warned of possible flash floods as thunderstorms are forecast to continue from Tuesday through Saturday, with moderate to heavy rain expected in Makkah, Madinah, Jazan, Aseer and Al-Baha regions. The General Directorate of Civil Defense urged people to remain in safe places, avoid valleys and areas prone to flash floods, and refrain from swimm

Saudi Crown Prince Meets US CENTCOM Commander in Jeddah JEDDAH, September 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Prime Minister, received US Central Command Commander Admiral Brad Cooper and his accompanying delegation in Jeddah on Monday. The two sides reviewed bilateral relations and the latest regional developments.