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Coalition Warns against Houthi Arms Smuggling Using Traditional Boats RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen warned the Houthi militia against using traditional boats to smuggle weapons, missiles and military equipment by sea, and urged vessel owners not to cooperate with such operations. The coalition’s Joint Forces Command said the smuggling threatened Yemen’s security, as well as regional and international security, a

Saudi and Turkish Foreign Ministers Condemn Continued Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan condemned continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia during a phone call. Prince Faisal received the call from Fidan. The ministers discussed regional developments and their countries’ efforts to address current challenges. They also

France Condemns Houthi Attacks as Saudi and French Ministers Discuss Maritime Security | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - France condemned Houthi attacks and expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia during talks between Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot. The ministers stressed the need to intensify diplomatic efforts to protect regional waterways and

At Least 18 Killed in Houthi Attack on Yemen Training Camp, Sources Say RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - At least 18 people were killed in a Houthi attack on a government security forces training camp in Yemen’s Shabwa province on Monday, four government and medical sources told Reuters. Government sources, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the Houthis launched three ballistic missiles at security personnel during a training exercise. The attack comes

RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Moderate to heavy rain could bring flash floods to parts of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, accompanied by hail and dust-stirring winds, the National Center for Meteorology forecast. Light to moderate rain is possible in parts of Madinah, Hail, Al-Jouf and Northern Borders regions. Fog may form in parts of Makkah and Eastern regions and across sections of the southwestern highlands. Red Sea winds could reach 50 km/h

Bahrain Offers Condolences after Two Saudi Officers Die in Najran Helicopter Crash RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Bahrain has offered condolences to Saudi Arabia following the deaths of two officers in a Ministry of National Guard reconnaissance helicopter crash in Najran Region caused by a technical malfunction. In a statement issued on Sunday, Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed sympathy to the Saudi leadership, government and people and affir

Prophet’s Mosque Receives 21.6 Million Visitors in September | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Prophet’s Mosque received 21,615,977 visitors in September 2026, the General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques said. The total included 1,449,791 visitors who prayed in Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah. Wayfinding services assisted 355,130 visitors, while 287,886 used guest care centres. The Prophet’s Mosque Library received 81,243 visitors, and the mos

US Renews Saudi Travel Warning, Says Land Borders Remain Open RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. Mission in Saudi Arabia renewed its warning to American citizens over potential airport attacks and flight disruptions on Sunday, while saying all land border crossings remained operational. The October 18 security alert identified the King Fahd Causeway to Bahrain among the crossings that remained open. It also said highways and roads in and around Riyadh,

Teams Provide Round-the-Clock Services at Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Specialized teams provide round-the-clock assistance to worshippers and visitors at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, alongside cleaning, maintenance and water supply services. The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque oversees the work to keep facilities ready and operations running

Makkah’s Living Heritage Reflects Generations of Hospitality, Food and Craft | 📷SPA RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Welcoming guests, sharing food and passing on craft skills remain central to Makkah’s cultural heritage, reflecting the city’s long history as a meeting place for pilgrims and visitors from around the world. Makkah’s religious and historical role has shaped a diverse social culture, expressed through food, dress, hospitality and folk arts. The

Vehicles at the site where Belgium's foreign minister says masked settlers in the Israeli-occupied West Bank attacked Palestinians, Catholic representatives and Western diplomats and officials, in Taybeh, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, October 17, 2026. in this screengrab from a video obtained from social media. Emad Diab/via REUTERS BRUSSELS, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The European Union condemned attacks by violent settlers in the occupied West Bank, incl

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said his country may enter the war against The Houthis. REUTERS CAIRO, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said Egypt’s military was prepared to defend Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks if requested by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the New York Post reported. Speaking at the Egyptian Military Academy on Saturday, Sisi said Saudi Arabia’s security and stability could not be allowed to c

Two Officers Killed in Saudi National Guard Helicopter Crash in Najran Region RIYADH, October 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Two officers were killed when a Ministry of National Guard reconnaissance helicopter crashed in Najran Region because of a technical malfunction, Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki said on Sunday. The AH-6i helicopter came down inside Saudi territory. The two officers made up its aircrew. Al-Malki offer

Remote Learning Extended in Riyadh and Diriyah Schools until Thursday RIYADH, October 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Remote learning has been extended in all schools in Riyadh City and Diriyah Governorate until Thursday as part of ongoing precautionary measures, the General Directorate of Education in Riyadh Region announced. The decision applies to all students, teachers and administrative staff. Classes will continue through the Madrasati platform and other approved educ

Coalition Intercepts Four Drones in Riyadh, Eastern and Southern Regions RIYADH, October 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen intercepted and destroyed four drones in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh, Eastern and southern regions in recent hours, it announced on Saturday. The statement, published on the coalition spokesperson’s official account, did not specify how many drones were intercepted in each region. Source: Coalition to Restore Legitim

Saudi Arabia Records 13,822 Residency, Labour and Border Security Violations RIYADH, October 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior recorded 13,822 violations of residency, labour and border security laws during inspection campaigns from October 8 to 14. It also reported that 9,454 people were repatriated. Residency violations accounted for 6,547 cases, followed by 3,896 border security violations and 3,379 labour violations. Authorities apprehe

Princess Al-Jawhara bint Fahad bin Mishari bin Saud bin Jalawi Al Saud Has Passed Away RIYADH, October 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Princess Al-Jawhara bint Fahad bin Mishari bin Saud bin Jalawi Al Saud has passed away, the Saudi Royal Court announced in a statement on Friday. The funeral prayer will be held on October 17 following the Asr prayer at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh. Source: SPA.

UAE Federal National Council Speaker Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia | 📷wam RIYADH, October 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - UAE Federal National Council Speaker Saqr Ghobash condemned Houthi attacks on civilians and civilian and economic facilities in Saudi Arabia, reaffirming his country’s solidarity with the Kingdom. In a message to Saudi Shura Council Speaker Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh, Ghobash described the attacks as a violation