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Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen.

Air defenses intercept Houthi cruise and ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh

RIYADH — Air defenses intercepted and destroyed a cruise missile launched by the Houthi militia toward Riyadh, the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen announced Tuesday. The coalition also reported that Saudi air defenses had intercepted a...

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Saudi Aramco’s administrative building at the King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh. — SPA

Riyadh deputy emir inspects Saudi Aramco building damaged in Houthi attack

US President Donald Trump speaks to the media before boarding Air Force One en route to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, at President Donald J. Trump International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, US, November 8, 2026

Iran war effectively over, Trump says after talks with Qatar PM

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Canadian PM Carney condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia during call with Crown Prince

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan holds talks with Ukrainian Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha in Paris on Tuesday.

Saudi, Ukrainian foreign ministers discuss joint efforts for achieving peace

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan attends a ministerial meeting of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the E4 countries in Paris on Tuesday.

Saudi-Qatari-E4 meeting discusses regional de-escalation in Paris

The ministers of defense of the GCC states, who met in Kuwait on Tuesday, approved the opening of an Advanced Command for the Unified Military Command in Kuwait and the allotment of appropriate forces to it.

GCC defense ministers approve launch of Advanced Command for Unified Military Command in Kuwait

Saudi Crown Prince, Greek Prime Minister discuss strengthening bilateral ties in phone call

Saudi Crown Prince, Greek Prime Minister discuss strengthening bilateral ties in phone call

The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing stressed that the sale or provision of tobacco products to anyone under the age of 18 is prohibited, and that the violators face penalties including a maximum fine of SR5,000, mandatory establishment closure, and doubled penalties for repeat offenses.

Municipalities ministry warns of SR5,000 fine for selling tobacco to under-18s

World

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described the impeachment effort against him as an indictment against the nation’s service members

Hegseth defends Iran war record, calls impeachment attempt 'sabotage'

US military aircraft were pictured at Prestwick Airport near Glasgow on Tuesday morning

US evacuates aircraft from British military base over Iran threat

The incident reportedly included an elite police officer trained in handling explosives and K-9 handler

Police officer dies, another injured after backpack explosion in Spanish city

Political differences were set aside between President Karol Nawrocki (left) and Prime Minister Donald Tusk (right) at the vigil on Monday

Poland’s political rivals join ‘march of silence’ for Kraków shooting victims

The arrest comes weeks after the cruise came to a sudden end, leaving 200 guests stranded in Cambodia

‘Cruise for life’ ship seized in Singapore amid financial crisis

The Al-Shib crossing has long been a key transit point for trade and travel between Iraq and Iran

Iraq reopens Shib border crossing with Iran after 3-week closure

Video

How a family holiday uncovered Saudi Arabia's youngest rising motorsport star

How a family holiday uncovered Saudi Arabia's youngest rising motorsport star

27 Jul 2026

Saudi fans reflect on tough Spain defeat at 2026 World Cup

Saudi fans reflect on tough Spain defeat at 2026 World Cup

22 Jun 2026

Interior Minister reviews Hajj security forces’ readiness for pilgrimage season

Interior Minister reviews Hajj security forces’ readiness for pilgrimage season

22 May 2026

From first practice to Olympic dreams: Inside Saudi Arabia’s first women’s flag football team

From first practice to Olympic dreams: Inside Saudi Arabia’s first women’s flag football team

08 May 2026

Savings Season Starts Now on AMAZON.SA: Incredible Deals, Unbeatable Value, and Fast Delivery This 11.11

Savings Season Starts Now on AMAZON.SA: Incredible Deals, Unbeatable Value, and Fast Delivery This 11.11

Community Jameel Saudi Foundation concludes the 2026 university challenge and announces the Kingdom champions

Community Jameel Saudi Foundation concludes the 2026 university challenge and announces the Kingdom champions

Beyond ONE KSA named Best MVNO in the Middle East at the Telecom Review Excellence Awards

Beyond ONE KSA named Best MVNO in the Middle East at the Telecom Review Excellence Awards

Opinion

When identity overshadows political positions

When identity overshadows political positions

By Angham Alsqaf

The penultimate message!

The penultimate message!

By Jameel Altheyabi

As Riyadh rises, a new generation looks toward homeownership

As Riyadh rises, a new generation looks toward homeownership

By Abdulrahman Alokby

Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo announced his intention ‌to retire from the Portuguese national team on Thursday

Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from Portugal national team

Saudi Pro League to reschedule Matchweek 13 following Asian Cup postponement

Saudi Pro League to reschedule Matchweek 13 following Asian Cup postponement

Jesus de Miguel joined Tenerife in 2025

Tenerife striker De Miguel dies after on-field collision

The Portuguese superstar struck three times between the 66th and 81st minutes. — SPL

Ronaldo hits 985 career goals with hat-trick, moves within 15 of historic 1,000-goal milestone

Esports

Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Esports Nations Cup in 2026

Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Esports Nations Cup in 2026

Team Falcons clinch back-to-back Esports World Cup titles in Riyadh

Team Falcons clinch back-to-back Esports World Cup titles in Riyadh

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – game review

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – game review

Life

Russell Brand sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison for rape and sexual assault

Nana Patekar suffered a cardiac arrest at his home in Goa

Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Angry Anderson

Australian rock legend Angry Anderson dies aged 79

Technology

Anthropic makes the AI tool Claude, which is used as a chatbot and as a tool to help coding.

Anthropic researcher believes more than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans'

UN High commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk (3rd L) delivers his speech during the 63rd session of United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council, in Geneva, on September 7, 2026.

AI could pose ‘existential’ threat to humanity, UN rights chief warns

China is the biggest maker of humanoid robots in the world

Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots

Editor's Choice

Saudi Arabia marks end of Hijri year 1447 with landmark achievements and transformational milestones

Saudi Arabia marks end of Hijri year 1447 with landmark achievements and transformational milestones

RIYADH — The Hijri year 1447 marked another remarkable chapter in Saudi Arabia’s development journey, reflecting achievements and progress across all sectors and at every level. These accomplishments have become a tangible and visible reality,...

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How a family holiday uncovered Saudi Arabia's youngest rising motorsport star

JEDDAH — What were you doing when you were 12? Were some of the biggest names in international motorsports telling your father they'd discovered a rare talent? Were you overtaking drivers years older than you just days after climbing behind...

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Ancient stone tombs trace centuries of human movement across northwest Arabia

Ancient stone tombs trace centuries of human movement across northwest Arabia

Jazan’s tropical harvest: A growing hub for mangoes, bananas and papayas

Jazan’s tropical harvest: A growing hub for mangoes, bananas and papayas

Thriving mangrove forests tell Saudi Arabia's conservation story

Thriving mangrove forests tell Saudi Arabia's conservation story