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Red Sea Global Opens Jayasom Wellness Resort AMAALA AMAALA, Saudi Arabia, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Red Sea Global has opened Jayasom Wellness Resort AMAALA, the first Jayasom resort globally and the seventh hotel to begin operating at the AMAALA destination. Located at the largest cove in Triple Bay, the resort includes 153 hotel keys and 24 residences. Heah & Co. designed the property, with interiors by Studio Carter. “As we launch the first Jayasom

Saudi Arabia Condemns Houthi Drone Launch Toward Makkah RIYADH, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia condemned the launch of a drone that its Ministry of Foreign Affairs said was sent by the Houthis toward Makkah on September 15. The ministry praised the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces for intercepting and destroying the drone before it entered Makkah’s restricted airspace. It described the incident as the second attempt to target Makkah, following an

Ithra Unveils Five-Day Program for Saudi Arabia’s 96th National Day | 📷SPA DHAHRAN, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, Ithra, will mark Saudi Arabia’s 96th National Day with a five-day cultural program running from September 22 to 26 in Dhahran, SPA reported. Held under the theme “Glory Through Our People,” the program will feature 36 experiences examining Saudi heritage, contemporary culture, film, music, architect

Saudi Air Defenses Intercept Houthi Drone South of Makkah, Coalition Says RIYADH, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed a hostile drone south of Makkah on Tuesday evening before it entered the city’s prohibited airspace, the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said. Official Spokesperson for the Coalition Major General Turki Al-Malki said the drone was launched by the Houthi militia and was intercep

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

Kuwait condemns Houthi attacks on civilians in Saudi Arabia KUWAIT CITY, September 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Kuwait strongly condemned Houthi missile and drone attacks against civilians in the Saudi cities of Khamis Mushait, Abha and Taif, its foreign ministry said in a statement reported by SPA. Several civilians were injured and a number of homes and vehicles were damaged in the attacks, according to the statement. It did not give a figure for the injured. The

Egypt Condemns Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Reaffirms Solidarity CAIRO, September 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Egypt condemned recent attacks against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday and pledged its full support for the Kingdom in confronting threats to its security, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry said the national security of the two countries was inseparable and reaffirmed Egypt’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia. In its statement, the ministry warned ag

Saudi Ambassador Presents Credentials to Serbian President | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Anas Al-Wusaidi presented his credentials to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić on Tuesday as Saudi Arabia’s non-resident ambassador to Serbia, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Al-Wusaidi also serves as the Kingdom’s ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina. He conveyed greetings from King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, P

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

Saudi Energy Minister Meets IAEA Chief Grossi in Vienna | 📷SPA VIENNA, September 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi on the sidelines of the agency’s 70th General Conference in Vienna. The two discussed cooperation between Saudi Arabia and the IAEA, along with other issues of mutual interest. Source: SPA

Saudi Arabia Outlines Uranium Development Plans and US Safeguards Arrangements at IAEA | 📷spa VIENNA, September 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia is pursuing uranium recovery and processing as part of plans to develop a domestic minerals industry, Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz said, while outlining voluntary safeguards arrangements with the United States that will be subject to International Atomic Energy Agency oversight. Addressing

Saudi, Indian Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Ties and Diplomatic Solutions to Regional Crises | 📷spa NEW DELHI, September 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Indian Minister of External Affairs Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar discussed bilateral relations and diplomatic approaches to regional crises during a meeting in New Delhi on Sunday. Meeting on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit 2026, the ministers reviewed

Thunderstorms and Flash Floods Forecast Across Six Saudi Regions RIYADH, September 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Light to moderate thunderstorms bringing flash floods and gusty winds that raise dust are forecast in parts of six Saudi regions, the National Center for Meteorology said. The forecast covers Najran, Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha, Makkah and Madinah. Dust-stirring winds are also expected in northern parts of Eastern Region and parts of Tabuk and Riyadh. Fog may form ov

Bahrain Condemns Drone Attack on Saudi East-West Oil Pipeline MANAMA, September 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Bahrain strongly condemned a drone attack on Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline in Riyadh and Madinah regions that caused injuries and material damage, its Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The ministry said the drones were launched from Iraq and stressed that no country’s territory should be used to launch attacks against its neighbours. It expressed support f

Saudi, Qatari Foreign Ministers Discuss Efforts to Ease Regional Tensions | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani discussed diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions during a phone call. The discussion covered the latest regional developments and efforts to maintain the region’s security and sta

Saudi Arabia Holds Off on Response After Drones From Iraq Target East-West Pipeline RIYADH, September 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia said it would hold off on responding to a drone attack on its East-West Pipeline after Iraq’s prime minister requested time for his government to take measures to prevent attacks from Iraqi territory. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the targeting of the pipeline in Riyadh and Madinah regions by several dr