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Civil Defense urges caution amid forecast of thunderstorms across Saudi Arabia through Tuesday
RIYADH — The General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged the public to exercise caution and remain in safe locations amid forecasts of thunderstorms hitting across Saudi Arabia from Friday through Tuesday. It called on the people to avoid...
17 h ago
Riyadh Metro named among world's top four transport projects
RIYADH — Riyadh Metro, overseen by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), has been named among the world's top four transport projects at the Smart City Expo World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. The recognition came amid global...
17 h ago
SASO expands proficiency testing accreditation to 65 programs covering 122 technical fields
RIYADH — The National Center for Measurement and Calibration at the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) has received expanded accreditation from the Saudi Accreditation Center for its proficiency testing programs, bringing...
17 h ago
Pakistan signs Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh 
RIYADH — Pakistan has officially signed its Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh, advancing preparations to develop its pavilion, programs, and experiences for millions of visitors from around the world. The signing reflects the continued...
18 h ago
Saudi Arabia, Greece sign cybersecurity cooperation memorandum
RIYADH — The National Cybersecurity Authority of Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Cybersecurity Authority of the Hellenic Republic to strengthen cooperation in cybersecurity. The signing took place on the...
21 h ago
Saudi, Brunei foreign ministers discuss over phone bilateral cooperation
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Thursday a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam Prince Abdul Mateen. During the call, they reviewed bilateral cooperation between the two...
21 h ago
Crown Prince receives message from Sierra Leone’s president
RIYADH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received a written message from President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone. The message was pertaining to further improving bilateral relations between the two countries. Deputy Minister...
21 h ago
Saudi, Iranian FMs discuss efforts to strengthen regional security in phone call
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Thursday a phone call from his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi. During the call, they reviewed the latest regional developments. The ministers discussed concerted...
22 h ago
Passports Chief inspects Makkah status-correction center to oversee services for Yemenis
MAKKAH — Acting Director General of the General Directorate of Passports Maj. Gen. Dr. Saleh Al-Murabba inspected the status-correction center at the General Services Center in Shumaisi in the Makkah region. The visit aimed to oversee services...
23 h ago
Saudi Arabia extends healthcare services to 97% of population centers
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia continues to expand access to healthcare services across its regions, with healthcare coverage reaching 97 percent of population centers. This progress reflects ongoing efforts to develop the healthcare system, improve the...
23 h ago
National Center for Security Operations receives over 3 million calls in October
RIYADH — The National Center for Security Operations has received 3,007,723 calls through the unified emergency number 911 across the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province during October. This is part of the core function of the...
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Saudi air defenses intercept Houthi missile fired toward Madinah region
RIYADH — Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile fired by the terrorist Houthi militia toward the Madinah region. This was revealed by Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in...
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Saudi, Pakistani FMs discuss defusing regional tensions
RIYADH — Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Muhammad Ishaq Dar. During the call, the ministers discussed the latest regional developments....
1d ago
Hajj and Umrah Committee reviews early pilgrimage preparations
JEDDAH — The Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah meeting reviewed the latest developments in early preparations for the Hajj 2027 and ongoing development projects designed to facilitate the pilgrims' journey. Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince...
1d ago
Saudi interior minister meets Bulgaria’s president and PM in Sofia
SOFIA — Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif met with President of Bulgaria Iliana Iotova in the capital Sofia on Wednesday. This is in line with the directives of the Saudi leadership. During the meeting, the interior...
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