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Saudi Crown Prince, Putin Discuss Regional Escalation and Maritime Security JEDDAH, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to discuss regional developments and the effects of escalating tensions on maritime security and the global economy. The two leaders reviewed the latest developments in the region and efforts aimed at supporting security and

Saudi, Russian Foreign Ministers Mark 100 Years of Ties in Moscow Talks | 📷SPA MOSCOW, September 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed efforts to reduce regional tensions and protect international shipping during talks in Moscow. The two ministers stressed the importance of diplomacy in addressing regional and international challenges, including the Palesti

Saudi Arabia Opens Pavilion at Moscow International Book Fair 2026 | 📷SPA MOSCOW, September 2, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission inaugurated the Kingdom’s pavilion at the Moscow International Book Fair 2026. The fair is being held in the Russian capital from September 2 to 6. Commission CEO Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al-Wasel said Saudi Arabia’s participation reflects the historic cultural ties between the

Romania Shoots Down Third Russian Drone and Summons Moscow’s Ambassador BUCHAREST, July 26, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — Romania shot down a third Russian drone in three days over the Black Sea on Sunday and summoned Moscow’s ambassador following a new breach of its national airspace. A Romanian F-16 pilot destroyed the drone 12 kilometres northeast of the coastal town of Sulina, above Romanian territorial waters. The defence ministry said the interception was carried out saf

Russia to Restrict Light Aircraft and Drone Flights Around Moscow MOSCOW, June 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Russia is introducing restrictions on flights by light private aircraft and drones in Moscow and surrounding regions, Reuters reported. The measures set a minimum altitude requirement of 5,200 meters, or 17,000 feet, aviation authority Rosaviatsiya announced on Wednesday. The requirement applies to light and ultralight aircraft, as well as drones, placing the permi

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan attends a press conference following talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, June 16, 2026. Sergei Ilnitsky/Pool via REUTERS MOSCOW, June 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov that steps threatening regional security and Turkey’s interests in the Black Sea should be avoided, Reuters reported. Speaking at a press conference with Lavrov i

Saudi Foreign Minister Receives Message From Russian Counterpart RIYADH, June 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a written message from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on issues of common interest, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Saudi Deputy Minister for International Multilateral Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Rassi received the message during a meeting with Russian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Sergey Kozlov at the Foreig

Ukraine Says It Intercepted 40 Missiles in Russian Overnight Attack | REUTERS/Stringer BUCHAREST, June 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Ukraine’s air force said it intercepted or neutralised 40 missiles and 602 drones during a large overnight Russian attack that included hypersonic missiles. Russia launched 656 drones and 73 missiles in total, the air force said. The barrage included 33 ballistic missiles and eight Zircon hypersonic missiles. Air force spokesman Yuriy Ihnat t

A fire burns on the roof of a 10-story block of flats after a drone crashed into the building, causing an explosion and injuring two people, near the border with Ukraine, in Galati, Romania, in this handout image released on May 29, 2026. Romanian Department for Emergency Situations (DSU)/Handout via REUTERS BUCHAREST, May 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — A Russian drone hit an apartment block in southeastern Romania during an overnight attack on neighbouring Ukraine, injuri

RIYADH, May 11 – A mutual visa exemption agreement between Saudi Arabia and Russia entered into force on Sunday, allowing citizens of both countries to travel without visas for tourism, business and personal visits, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and boosting cultural and economic exchange. The agreement applies to holders of diplomatic, special and ordinary passports, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). Russia becomes the first country with which Saud

RIYADH, May 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia’s Victory Day, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Crown Prince wished Putin continued good health and happiness, and wished the Russian government and people steady progress and prosperity.

RIYADH, May 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia’s Victory Day, the Saudi Press Agency reported. King Salman wished Putin good health and happiness, and wished the Russian government and people continued progress and prosperity. The Saudi king also praised relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia and expressed both countries’ commitment to strengthening ti

RIYADH, May 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss regional developments, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers reviewed the security and economic repercussions of regional developments and discussed joint efforts to preserve regional stability. Photography | Courtesy of SPA

RIYADH, May 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The first tanker carrying Russian crude oil since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is expected to arrive in Japan as early as Monday, according to Japanese industry ministry and other sources cited by Japan News. The cargo is set to be delivered by Taiyo Oil to its refinery in Ehime Prefecture. The oil comes from the Sakhalin-2 oil and gas project in Russia’s far east, which is exempt from Western sanctions imposed over Moscow’s

RIYADH, April 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Saudi Embassy in Moscow, represented by its cultural attaché, organised a symposium at RUDN University titled “A Century of Friendship and Cultural and Scientific Exchange” to mark 100 years of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia. The event was attended by Deputy Minister for International Cooperation Latifa Al-Faryan, along with a number of deans and professors from various universities. Saudi Ambassador to

RIYADH, April 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Russia’s Foreign Ministry, in cooperation with the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, held an exhibition of historical photographs in Moscow on Monday to mark 100 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia. The event was attended by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko and Saudi Ambassador to Russia Sami Al-Sadhan. Al-Sadhan said the exhibition highlighted

The 465-foot superyacht "Nord", linked to sanctioned Russian oligarch Alexei Mordashov is seen in Hong Kong, China, October 20, 2022. REUTERS/Donny Kwok RIYADH, April 27 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A superyacht linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, according to shipping data, becoming one of the few vessels to transit the waterway amid restrictions tied to the U.S.-Iran conflict. Nord, a 142-metre yacht valued a