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Saudi Arabia fans react as the teams walk out before the match. REUTERS/Paul Childs RIYADH, June 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia and Uruguay drew 1-1 in their Group H World Cup opener on Monday, with both goals following goalkeeping errors. Saudi Arabia took the lead in the 41st minute through Abdulelah Al Amri after Uruguay goalkeeper Fernando Muslera failed to deal with a set-piece. Muslera parried the ball into Al Amri’s path, allowing the Saudi defender to

Saudi Foreign Minister Welcomes Iran-U.S. Agreement in Call With Iranian Counterpart | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, during which he welcomed the agreement reached between Iran and the United States to end military operations and begin detailed negotiations toward a permanent agreement. Prince Faisal expressed Saudi Arabia’s aspiration for

Final Production Stages of New Kaaba Kiswa Completed in Makkah | 📷SPA MAKKAH, June 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The final stages of producing the new Kaaba Kiswa have been completed at the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa in Makkah. The production process combines advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship in preparing the covering of the Kaaba. Salah Al-Sulami, head of the department for assembling and sewing the Kaaba Kiswa, said the process begins

Saudi Arabia Welcomes U.S.-Iran Agreement to End Military Operations RIYADH, June 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and Iran to end military operations and begin detailed negotiations over a 60-day period aimed at reaching a permanent agreement. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs commended mediation efforts by Pakistan and Qatar, as well as the response of the United States and Iran to those efforts. The minis

Saudi Arabia Condemns Iranian Attacks on Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait RIYADH, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia condemned repeated Iranian attacks targeting Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait, warning that continued attacks on the sovereignty of the three countries would increase regional tensions. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs called for calm, avoiding escalation and giving priority to diplomacy. The ministry urged a return to constructive negotiati

Crown Prince Directs Resumption of Lebanese Exports to Saudi Arabia RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia will resume Lebanese exports to the Kingdom under a directive from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi foreign ministry announced on Wednesday. Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan conveyed the directive during a phone call with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. The directive followed a request from Lebanese President Josep

Saudi Arabia and Senegal end scoreless in final World Cup friendly | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia played to a scoreless draw against 10-man Senegal on Wednesday in the teams’ final friendly before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match was held at San Antonio Stadium in the U.S. state of Texas as part of the final phase of Saudi Arabia’s preparation program for the tournament. Saudi head coach Georgios Donis fielded a strong start

More Than 18,000 Poinciana Trees Enhance Najran Urban Landscape NAJRAN, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — More than 18,000 poinciana trees are contributing to the urban and environmental landscape of Najran, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The trees, known for their red flowers and dense green foliage, line streets, parks and public gardens across the region. They have contributed to improving the urban scene, supporting quality of life and attracting visitors to public

Saudi Royal Reserve Records More Than 40 Arabian Sand Gazelle Births | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority recorded more than 40 Arabian sand gazelle births from the beginning of 2026 through the end of the first quarter, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The authority said the births reflect progress in endangered species reintroduction programs and efforts to conserve biodiversity w

Saudi King Congratulates Jordan’s King Abdullah II on Accession Day RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of congratulations to Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al-Hussein on the anniversary of his Accession Day. King Salman wished King Abdullah continued health and happiness. He also wished the government and people of Jordan continued progress and prosperity. King Salman affirmed the str

Saudi, Qatari Foreign Ministers Review Regional Developments RIYADH, June 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers reviewed the latest developments and their implications for the region. The call also covered Saudi and Qatari efforts to support regional security and st

Saudi Arabia Records 7,760 Residency, Labor and Border Security Violations RIYADH, June 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia recorded 7,760 violations of residency, labor and border security laws during inspection campaigns carried out from May 28 to June 3, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The violations included 4,060 residency violations, 2,574 border security violations and 1,126 labor law violations. Border authorities apprehended 1,184 people attempting to ente

Saudi Arabia Condemns Continued Israeli Aggression Against Lebanon RIYADH, June 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia strongly condemned continued Israeli aggression against Lebanon and rejected attacks on the country’s sovereignty and army, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Foreign Ministry expressed condolences to the families of Lebanese Army members, including officers, who were killed while carrying out their national duty. The Kingdom also extended condolence

Saudi Crown Prince, Lebanese President Discuss Regional Developments RIYADH, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to discuss developments in Lebanon and the wider region, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The call reviewed efforts aimed at strengthening security and stability. Aoun expressed appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s positions toward Lebanon and its support for efforts to pr

Saudi, Kuwaiti Foreign Ministers Discuss Regional Developments | Photography; SPA RIYADH, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers discussed regional developments and related efforts.