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Saudi Arabia Posts SAR 90.5 Billion Trade Surplus in Q1 2026, Up 43.7% Year on Year RIYADH, June 29 (SABN) — Saudi Arabia's trade surplus reached SAR 90.5 billion in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 43.7% year-on-year increase from approximately SAR 63 billion recorded in the same period of 2025, the General Authority for Statistics reported in its International Trade Bulletin for March. On a quarterly basis, the surplus rose 60%, climbing by more than SAR 33.9 billion fr

Qatar's Amir and Senior Officials Send Condolences to King Salman Over Saudi Aramco Helicopter Crash RIYADH, June 29 (SABN) — Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has sent a cable of condolences to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud expressing his sympathies over the victims of the Saudi Aramco helicopter crash in Ras Tanura, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. Qatar's Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani

Saudi, Pakistani Foreign Ministers Discuss U.S.-Iran Memorandum and Regional Stability in Phone Call RIYADH, June 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, during which Dar offered condolences over the victims of the Saudi Aramco helicopter crash, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Dar conveyed the sympathy of Pakistan’s governmen

Saudi Arabia condemns Iran attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain RIYADH, June 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia condemned Iranian attacks against Kuwait and Bahrain, as well as threats to security and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, the Foreign Ministry said. The ministry said the Kingdom categorically rejected the attacks, describing them as a violation of international law and the U.N. Charter. It said such violations undermine international efforts to rest

Saudi, Qatari foreign ministers condemn Bahrain attacks RIYADH, June 27 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The call focused on the latest regional developments, including Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and threats to maritime navigation. The two ministers condemned and denounced t

Saudi Arabia records 15,231 residency, labor and border violations in one week RIYADH, June 27 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia recorded 15,231 violations of residency, labor and border security regulations during inspection campaigns carried out across the Kingdom between June 18 and June 24. The nationwide campaign covered 7,589 residency violations, 4,443 border security violations and 3,199 labor law violations. Border authorities apprehended 1,763 people attem

Saudi Arabia urges global action to protect children in armed conflicts NEW YORK, June 26 — Saudi Arabia affirmed before the UN Security Council that protecting children in armed conflicts is a shared global responsibility requiring concerted efforts to address its root causes and repercussions, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. Delivering the Kingdom’s statement, Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations Abdulaziz Alwasil said Saudi Arabia places childr

Formula E unveils record 21-race calendar, Saudi Arabia to host season opener | SPA RIYADH, June 26 — The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship has unveiled its largest calendar, with a record 21 races across 13 cities for the 2026–2027 season, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. The season will open in Saudi Arabia with two night races at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on December 18 and 19, 2026. The championship will also mark the debut of the sustainable GEN4 car, a 600 kW veh

Saudi Arabia calls for collective security frameworks at Gulf-Mediterranean Summit | SPA ROME, June 26 — Saudi Arabia said the region’s current strategic restructuring requires comprehensive frameworks for dialogue and collective security, rather than policies based on hegemony or military force, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. Representing the Kingdom at the Gulf-Mediterranean Summit in Rome, Minister Plenipotentiary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Manal Radwan sai

Saudi, Qatari ministers discuss regional stability, U.S.-Iran MoU | 📷SPA MANAMA, June 25 — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional stability, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the joint ministerial meeting between Gulf Cooperation Council countries and the United States. The two m

Saudi, Omani Foreign Ministers Discuss U.S.-Iran Agreement, Gulf Stability | 📷SPA MANAMA, June 25 — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi in Manama on Thursday to discuss bilateral ties, Gulf cooperation and regional developments, SPA reported. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the joint ministerial meeting between Gulf Cooperation Council countries and the United States. During the talks, the two minister

Saudi Arabia launches ETA service for UK citizens starting July 1 RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 25 — Saudi Arabia has launched an Electronic Travel Authorization service for UK citizens, easing entry procedures for visitors to the Kingdom. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the ETA will allow UK citizens to enter Saudi Arabia multiple times and stay for up to 180 days, either consecutively or across several visits within one year. The authorization covers visits for tourism, s

Saudi Arabia offers condolences to Venezuela after deadly earthquake RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 25 — Saudi Arabia expressed condolences and sympathy to Venezuela after an earthquake struck coastal cities west of the capital Caracas, causing deaths, injuries and missing persons. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Kingdom extended its sincere condolences to the families of the victims and to the government and people of Venezuela. The ministry affirmed Saudi Arabia’s soli

Saudi Arabia Backs Syria’s Sovereignty at UN Security Council NEW YORK, June 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia, speaking on behalf of the Arab Group, affirmed support for Syria’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity during a United Nations Security Council session on the humanitarian and political situation in the country. The Kingdom’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Dr. Abdulaziz Alwasil, delivered the statement, which also backed the Sy

Thunderstorms, Hail Forecast Across Parts of Saudi Arabia RIYADH, June 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Thunderstorms accompanied by hail and gusty winds are forecast to continue in parts of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, the National Center for Meteorology reported. Maximum temperatures are also expected to continue rising in the Eastern Region. The center forecast gusty winds and blowing dust in parts of the Eastern Region, as well as parts of Madinah, Hail, Tab

Saudi Foreign Minister Takes Part in Cairo Meeting on Sudan and Libya | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 21 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah took part in a meeting in Cairo with senior officials from Egypt, Türkiye and the United States, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The meeting included Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty, Türkiye’s Minister of Foreig

Saudi Arabia Records 15,288 Residency, Labor and Border Security Violations in One Week RIYADH, June 21 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia recorded 15,288 violations of residency, labor and border security laws during inspection campaigns carried out across the Kingdom from June 11 to June 17, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Ministry of Interior said the violations included 7,864 residency violations, 4,576 border security violations and 2,848 labor law violatio

Saudi Ambassador Presents Copy of Credentials to Romanian Foreign Minister RIYADH, June 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Romania Khalid Al-Shammari presented a copy of his credentials to Romanian Foreign Minister Oana-Silvia Țoiu, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The meeting was held at the headquarters of Romania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the reception, the two sides reviewed bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Romania and d