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SPA Riyadh, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Ministry of Interior reported 21,029 violations during inspection campaigns conducted across Saudi Arabia between February 5 and 11 to ensure compliance with residency, labor, and border security laws. Of these, 12,875 violations were related to residency, 4,778 to border security, and 3,376 to labor regulations. Border authorities apprehended 2,307 individuals attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally, includin

SPA Riyadh, February 13, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Nature Genetics highlighted King Faisal Specialist Hospital (KFSH) for its integrated genomic medicine model, detailing the institution’s evolution from a research-focused program to a fully embedded clinical system. The hospital nearly doubled genomic testing between 2022 and 2024, increasing from around 22,000 to over 44,000 tests. During the same period, KFSH completed more than 5,000 precision oncology analyses

SPA Riyadh, February 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Under the patronage of Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, the Saudi General Directorate of Passports launched four new electronic services on the Ministry of Interior’s Absher platform on Thursday. The new services include updating a resident’s photograph, canceling a dependent’s record, separating a dependent, and using the Absher travel service at the Salwa border crossing. Major General Dr.

SPA Riyadh, February 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Saudi Ministry of Interior has reinforced its commitment to environmental protection and sustainability through afforestation programs, expanded green spaces, and awareness initiatives, the ministry highlighted during the World Defense Show in Riyadh. Visitors to the ministry’s pavilion from February 8–12 were introduced to its environmental initiatives, advanced technologies, and monitoring capabilities aimed a

SPA Riyadh, February 13, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The third edition of the World Defense Show 2026 concluded on Thursday in Riyadh after five days of international engagement. The biennial exhibition, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, attracted record participation from the global defense sector. The event featured 1,486 exhibitors from 89 cou

SPA Riyadh, February 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defense, Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, met with Pakistan’s Chief of the Defense Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, in Riyadh on Thursday. The officials reaffirmed the strength of the longstanding fraternal relations and the strategic defense partnership between the two countries. They discussed issues of mutual interest and highlighted their shared role in

SPA Madinah, Saudi Arabia, February 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization in Madinah provides pilgrims, Umrah performers, and visitors with an educational and interactive experience through a technology-driven exhibition system. A central feature is the “Taiba: Lights and Landmarks” Pavilion, which documents the history of Madinah and its prophetic landmarks across more than 20 sections, h

SPA Riyadh, February 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Prince of Wales, Prince William, attended a training session for players at girls’ regional football centers on Monday at Mohammed bin Salman Nonprofit City (Misk City). The visit included meetings with players and the technical and administrative staff. Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal was also present. Saudi Arabian Football Federation Vice President Lamia Bahaian briefed Prince William

SPA Riyadh, February 10, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud presided over a cabinet session in Riyadh on Tuesday, where ministers approved a range of bilateral and multilateral measures, including nuclear-energy cooperation with Jordan and Turkiye. The meeting reviewed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s recent interactions with leaders from Russia, Turkiye, and Germany, alongside mechanisms to strengthen ins

SPA Riyadh, February 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Slovakia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Robert Kaliňák in Riyadh, as the two sides discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation and reviewed regional and international developments. During the meeting, Saudi Arabia and Slovakia signed a general cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation and mutual understanding across various

SPA Riyadh, February 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) inaugurated the SAMI Land Industrial Complex at the World Defense Show and launched a new wheeled armoured vehicle line under the HEET Program, alongside a local content programme designed to build national defence supply chains. The complex spans 82,000 square metres within an industrial area of one million square metres and operates in line with Industry 4.0 technologies, leverag

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman gave Britain’s Prince William a tour of At-Turaif, the UNESCO World Heritage site in Diriyah, on Monday. At-Turaif District lies in the heart of Diriyah, northwest of Riyadh, and is one of Saudi Arabia’s key heritage landmarks. Prince William, the Prince of Wales, is on his first official visit to Saudi Arabia and arrived in Riyadh on Monday. He was welcomed by officials including Prince Mohammed bin

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Border Guard is showcasing an integrated security system for border protection at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which runs from February 8 to 12. The system includes radar supported by thermal cameras designed to detect drones and to monitor, identify and classify moving targets. It also functions as an early warning capability for critical facilities and

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – stc group is participating as an official partner in the third edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, running from February 8 to 12, with a focus on mission-critical communications networks and operational connectivity. During the event, specialized by stc, the group’s critical communications arm, is presenting technologies and network solutions designed for operational environments that require rapid response and continuous communi

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology is providing specialised weather and climate services for the World Defense Show in Riyadh, supporting air navigation and the safety of air shows and ground demonstrations during the exhibition. The centre is taking part in the event, which opened on Sunday and runs until February 12. At its pavilion, the National Center for Meteorology is showcasing meteorological technologies and systems us

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – The Prince Sultan Defense Studies and Research Center is participating in the third edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, joining local and international exhibitors from the defence, security and military industries. The centre is showcasing research and technological projects and advanced defence solutions, while highlighting efforts to develop national talent and link scientific research to the needs of the defence sector. The p

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense is showcasing a firefighting aircraft at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which runs from February 8 to 12. The aircraft is designed for direct and indirect aerial firefighting missions in challenging environments, including rugged terrain and remote areas, with a focus on reducing response times and supporting ground teams, according to the Ci