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Qatar condemns drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia DOHA, May 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Qatar strongly condemned the drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia, describing it as an unacceptable act of aggression and a violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty. Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack threatened Saudi Arabia’s security and regional security. The ministry reaffirmed Qatar’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures taken by the King

Kuwait condemns drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia KUWAIT CITY, May 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait strongly condemned the drone attack launched from Iraqi airspace against Saudi Arabia, which was successfully intercepted. Kuwait’s Foreign Ministry said the attack was part of a series of violations of international law and relevant U.N. Security Council resolutions, including Resolution 2817. The ministry said such attacks undermine regional security and stability.

Saudi Arabia intercepts three drones entering its airspace from Iraq RIYADH, May 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed three drones after they entered the Kingdom’s airspace from Iraq on Sunday morning, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Defense Ministry spokesman Major General Turki Al-Maliki said the drones were intercepted on May 17 after entering Saudi airspace from Iraqi airspace. Al-Maliki said the Ministry of Defense reserves the right

Saudi Arabia condemns drone attack near UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant RIYADH, May 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia condemned the drone attack on the United Arab Emirates that caused a fire outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The Kingdom rejected the attack, warning that it threatens regional security and stability. Saudi Arabia also reaffirmed its solidarity with the UAE and its suppor

Saudi Arabia announces start of Dhu Al-Hijjah, Eid Al-Adha date RIYADH, May 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced that Monday, May 18, will be the first day of Dhu Al-Hijjah 1447 AH, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The court said Arafat Day will fall on Tuesday, May 26, while Eid Al-Adha will begin on Wednesday, May 27. The announcement followed a session held by the Supreme Court’s crescent sighting department on Sunday evening to review r

Saudi Supreme Court calls for Dhu Al-Hijjah crescent sighting on Sunday RIYADH, May 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court called on Muslims across the kingdom to sight the Dhu Al-Hijjah crescent moon on Sunday evening, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The court requested that anyone who sights the crescent, whether with the naked eye or through binoculars, report the sighting to the nearest court to register their testimony. It also said people may co

Saudi Arabia records 9,576 residency, labor and border violations in one week RIYADH, May 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia recorded 9,576 residency, labor and border security violations during inspection campaigns across the kingdom from May 7 to 13, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Ministry of Interior recorded 4,865 residency violations, 3,319 border security violations and 1,392 labor law violations. Authorities apprehended 1,500 people attempting to ente

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