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Saudi Crown Prince, Qatar Amir discuss regional developments RIYADH, May 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call with Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Friday. The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and areas of cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Qatar. They also discussed regional and international developments, the evolving situation in the region and efforts to enhance security and

Saudi Arabia warns against transporting visit visa holders to Makkah during Hajj season RIYADH, May 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior warned that anyone who transports or attempts to transport visit visa holders to Makkah or the holy sites during the Hajj season will face fines of up to SAR100,000, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The penalty applies from the first day of Dhu Al-Qidah until the end of the 14th day of Dhu Al-Hijjah. The mini

Saudi Supreme Court calls for Dhu Al-Hijjah crescent sighting RIYADH, May 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court called on Muslims across the kingdom to sight the Dhu Al-Hijjah crescent moon on the evening of Sunday, May 17, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The court requested that anyone who sights the crescent, whether by naked eye or through binoculars, report to the nearest court to register their testimony. It also said people may contact the near

Saudi Arabia welcomes Yemen detainee exchange agreemen RIYADH, May 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia welcomed an agreement signed in Amman for the exchange of detainees in Yemen, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The kingdom described the agreement as a positive development that would help ease the humanitarian suffering of detainees and their families. Saudi Arabia also said the deal could strengthen trust and support opportunities for security and stability. The

RIYADH, May 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers discussed the situation in the region and continued bilateral coordination. 📷| SPA

RIYADH, May 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received a delegation honoring Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz for more than 60 years of support for Holy Quran memorization associations, the Saudi Press Agency reported. On behalf of King Salman, the Crown Prince received gifts presented during the tribute. The tribute recognized King Salman’s support for teaching and interpreting the Holy Qura

RIYADH, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the infiltration of Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island by an armed group from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Saudi Press Agency reported, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. According to the ministry, the group intended to carry out hostile acts against Kuwait. The Kingdom categorically rejected the act, describing it as a violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and a breach of international law a

Princess Haifa bint Faisal tours the Qassim archives center's date exhibition, engaging in a guided discussion about the displayed artifacts. BURAIDAH, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Princess Haifa bint Faisal bin Abdulaziz visited the Documents and Archives Center at Qassim Region Governorate and the “Aqdaa Bil Tamr Afdal” exhibition in Buraidah, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Princess Haifa, chairperson of Zahra Association and chairperson of the Saudi Cancer Socie

UK and Saudi Arabian foreign ministers engage in talks on Middle East developments, set against the backdrop of their national flags. LONDON, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper in London on Tuesday, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers reviewed bilateral relations and discussed the latest developments in the Middle East, including their security and economic implications. T

RIYADH, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers discussed regional developments and efforts by Saudi Arabia and Qatar to maintain security and stability. They also emphasized continued bilateral coordination and consultation.

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

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrives to attend an informal European leaders' summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus April 23, 2026. REUTERS/Yiannis Kourtoglou RIYADH, May 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday that nearly 20 countries are at various stages of interest in drone deal with Ukraine, with four agreements already signed and the first contracts under those agreements now being prepared. “Nearly 20 countries are cur

RIYADH, May 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia condemned the targeting of the territories and territorial waters of the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Kuwait, the Saudi Press Agency reported, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The ministry reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s solidarity with all measures taken by the Gulf states to protect their security and stability. Saudi Arabia demanded an immediate halt to attacks against Gulf territories and territorial waters, a

RIYADH, May 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia recorded 11,175 residency, labor and border security violations during inspection campaigns across the kingdom from April 30 to May 6, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Ministry of Interior said the violations included 6,153 related to residency laws, 3,619 to border security and 1,403 to labor laws. Authorities apprehended 1,411 people attempting to enter Saudi Arabia illegally, including 36% Yemenis, 62% Ethiopia

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