Saudi and Turkish defense ministers discuss military cooperation in Jeddah    Al-Ula's palm groves keep generations connected to the land    Trade war escalates as Trump metal tariffs take effect    Saudi, US defense ministers discuss over phone efforts to strengthen security cooperation    Hosting US-Ukraine talks reflects Saudi Arabia's balanced relations, Cabinet affirms    Al Hilal crushes Pakhtakor to storm into AFC Champions League quarter-finals    Mahrez magic sends Al Ahli into AFC Champions League quarter-finals    Al Taawoun edges Tractor in penalty thriller to reach AFC Champions League Two semi-finals    Al-Jadaan and his US counterpart discuss ways to enhance financial and economic cooperation    Saudi Aramco CEO calls for a new global energy model at CERAWeek 2025    Dozens brought ashore after oil tanker and cargo ship collide in North Sea    Moscow hit by largest drone attack in three years, officials say    Saudi Arabia welcomes agreement for integration in Syria    Unfurling rich legacy and national pride, Saudi Arabia is celebrating Flag Day on Tuesday, March 11    Duran and Ronaldo shine as Al Nassr cruise past Esteghlal into AFC Champions League quarter-finals    Singer Wheesung who wooed Korea with his ballads, found dead at 43    Liquidity in Saudi economy records annual growth of SR236 billion in 2024    Prince Frederik of Luxembourg dies from rare disease    Real-life shipwreck story wins major book award    Islamic Arts Biennale celebrates Ramadan with 'Biennale Nights' in Jeddah    King Salman prays for peace and stability for Palestinians in Ramadan message King reaffirms Saudi Arabia's commitment to serving the Two Holy Mosques and pilgrims    Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan 'out of danger' after attack at home in Mumbai    Order vs. Morality: Lessons from New York's 1977 Blackout    India puts blockbuster Pakistani film on hold    Exotic Taif Roses Simulation Performed at Taif Rose Festival    Asian shares mixed Tuesday    Weather Forecast for Tuesday    Saudi Tourism Authority Participates in Arabian Travel Market Exhibition in Dubai    Minister of Industry Announces 50 Investment Opportunities Worth over SAR 96 Billion in Machinery, Equipment Sector    HRH Crown Prince Offers Condolences to Crown Prince of Kuwait on Death of Sheikh Fawaz Salman Abdullah Al-Ali Al-Malek Al-Sabah    HRH Crown Prince Congratulates Santiago Peña on Winning Presidential Election in Paraguay    SDAIA Launches 1st Phase of 'Elevate Program' to Train 1,000 Women on Data, AI    41 Saudi Citizens and 171 Others from Brotherly and Friendly Countries Arrive in Saudi Arabia from Sudan    Saudi Arabia Hosts 1st Meeting of Arab Authorities Controlling Medicines    General Directorate of Narcotics Control Foils Attempt to Smuggle over 5 Million Amphetamine Pills    NAVI Javelins Crowned as Champions of Women's Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) Competitions    Saudi Karate Team Wins Four Medals in World Youth League Championship    Third Edition of FIFA Forward Program Kicks off in Riyadh    Evacuated from Sudan, 187 Nationals from Several Countries Arrive in Jeddah    SPA Documents Thajjud Prayer at Prophet's Mosque in Madinah    SFDA Recommends to Test Blood Sugar at Home Two or Three Hours after Meals    SFDA Offers Various Recommendations for Safe Food Frying    SFDA Provides Five Tips for Using Home Blood Pressure Monitor    SFDA: Instant Soup Contains Large Amounts of Salt    Mawani: New shipping service to connect Jubail Commercial Port to 11 global ports    Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Delivers Speech to Pilgrims, Citizens, Residents and Muslims around the World    Sheikh Al-Issa in Arafah's Sermon: Allaah Blessed You by Making It Easy for You to Carry out This Obligation. Thus, Ensure Following the Guidance of Your Prophet    Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques addresses citizens and all Muslims on the occasion of the Holy month of Ramadan    

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Saudi, US defense ministers discuss over phone efforts to strengthen security cooperation
JEDDAH — Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman has received a phone call from his US counterpart Pete Hegseth on Tuesday. During the call Prince Khalid and Hegseth discussed the latest developments in the region and joint efforts to (...)

12 - 03 - 2025
Al Hilal crushes Pakhtakor to storm into AFC Champions League quarter-finals
RIYADH — Al Hilal delivered a dominant display to book their place in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 quarter-finals, thrashing Uzbekistan's Pakhtakor 4-0 at Kingdom Arena on Tuesday. The four-time Asian champions overturned a 1-0 first-leg (...)

12 - 03 - 2025
Hosting US-Ukraine talks reflects Saudi Arabia's balanced relations, Cabinet affirms
JEDDAH — The Saudi Council of Ministers on Tuesday welcomed the commencement of talks between the United States and Ukraine, hosted by the Kingdom as part of its efforts to bring an end to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Custodian of the (...)

12 - 03 - 2025
Mahrez magic sends Al Ahli into AFC Champions League quarter-finals
JEDDAH — Riyad Mahrez delivered a dazzling performance, scoring twice to power Al Ahli Saudi FC to a 2-0 victory over Al Rayyan SC on Tuesday, securing their place in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 quarter-finals with a commanding 5-1 (...)

12 - 03 - 2025
Al Taawoun edges Tractor in penalty thriller to reach AFC Champions League Two semi-finals
BURAIDAH — Al Taawoun FC kept their AFC Champions League Two 2024/25 title hopes alive with a nerve-wracking 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Tractor FC at Wolves Park on Tuesday, after their quarter-final clash ended 2-2 on aggregate. The Saudi (...)

12 - 03 - 2025
Saudi and Turkish defense ministers discuss military cooperation in Jeddah
JEDDAH – Saudi Arabia's Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz welcomed Turkish Minister of National Defense Yasar Guler at his office in Jeddah. The two officials discussed bilateral relations and explored opportunities to (...)

12 - 03 - 2025
Trade war escalates as Trump metal tariffs take effect
Tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on imports of steel and aluminum have taken effect in a move that will likely escalate tensions with some of America's largest trading partners. The measure raises a flat duty on steel and aluminium (...)

12 - 03 - 2025
Macron's defense spending plan drives open political divisions in France
French President Emmanuel Macron is spearheading an accelerating effort to reshape European security. He is taking the initiative just as the European Commission agrees on an €800bn plan to bolster European defense sovereignty in response to the (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
EU 'cannot afford complacency', Hadja Lahbib says on 5th anniversary of COVID pandemic
The EU "cannot afford complacency" and must ensure it is ready to face new health crises, the bloc's Crisis Preparedness Commissioner told Euronews to mark the fifth anniversary of COVID being declared a pandemic. The start of the pandemic was (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Saudi Arabia slams Israel's electricity cut off to Gaza, calling it collective punishment
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia condemned on Tuesday Israeli act of cutting off electricity supply to the Gaza Strip. In a press statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia's condemnation in the strongest terms of the Israeli occupation (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Saudi Arabia chairs 69th session of UN Commission on the Status of Women
NEW YORK — The 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) at the United Nations began on Monday under the chairmanship of Saudi Arabia and will continue until March 21. The Kingdom is represented by its Permanent Representative to (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Saudi Aramco CEO calls for a new global energy model at CERAWeek 2025
HOUSTON — Saudi Aramco President and CEO Amin Nasser has called for a shift in global energy transition planning, advocating for a balanced energy model that allows both traditional and renewable energy sources to grow while achieving climate (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Crucial US-Ukrainian talks kick off in Jeddah "Constructive" start for decisive talks to find a path to end Russia-Ukraine war
JEDDAH — Senior officials of the United States and Ukraine have begun their crucial talks in the Saudi city of Jeddah on Tuesday to find a path towards ending the war with Russia. Described as "constructive," the talks are aimed to restore relations (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Saudi Arabia and Korea agree to boost space cooperation
RIYADH — The Saudi Space Agency signed an agreement with Korea Aerospace Administration (KASA) on Tuesday in Riyadh to enhance bilateral cooperation in the space sector. The agreement included jointly implementing activities and programs in deep (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Ministry of Interior clarifies rules and restrictions for using Saudi flag
RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior has clarified the uses, procedures, and restrictions when dealing with the Saudi national flag, the most prominent of which was a ban on raising the flag which is faded or in poor condition. It is not permitted to (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Saudi Arabia and Ukraine emphasize strong economic ties and keenness to enhance trade exchange Saudi-Ukrainian Joint Business Council to be reestablished this year
JEDDAH — Saudi Arabia and Ukraine commended the strong economic ties between the two friendly countries and emphasized the importance of joint action to develop the volume of trade exchange. The two sides also welcomed the upcoming reestablishment (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
4-day Eid Al-Fitr holiday announced for Saudi private and non-profit sectors
RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced that there will be four-day Eid Al-Fitr holiday for the private and non-profit sectors in Saudi Arabia this year. Eid Al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Al-Jadaan and his US counterpart discuss ways to enhance financial and economic cooperation
JEDDAH — Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan discussed with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ways to further enhance financial and economic cooperation between the Kingdom and the United States. In a statement on his X account on Monday, (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Ukraine signaled its readiness to accept a U.S.-proposed interim 30-day ceasefire in Jeddah talks
JEDDAH — The United States and Ukraine took significant steps toward restoring lasting peace for Ukraine during discussions held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, under the gracious hospitality of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Representatives from both (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Syria and SDF reach deal to integrate forces into state institutions
Syria has reached an agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to integrate them into state institutions, marking a major shift in the country's governance. The Syrian presidency announced the agreement on Monday, releasing (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Unfurling rich legacy and national pride, Saudi Arabia is celebrating Flag Day on Tuesday, March 11
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia is celebrating Tuesday, Ramadan 11, corresponding to March 11, 2025 its Flag Day, reinforcing the state's strength and sovereignty and symbolizing its cohesion, harmony, and national unity. The Saudi Flag Day marks the day on (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Saudi Arabia welcomes agreement for integration in Syria
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia welcomed on Tuesday the signing of an agreement stipulating the integration of all civil and military institutions in northeastern Syria into the institutions of the Syrian state. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
Saudi Crown Prince and U.S. Secretary of State discuss regional and international developments
JEDDAH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Monday. During the meeting, they discussed various aspects of relations between Saudi Arabia and the (...)

11 - 03 - 2025
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