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Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Abdulaziz Al-Wasel, and his French counterpart Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont jointly chaired the first briefing session for UN member and observer states with regard to the UN conference on Palestine (File photo).
UN conference on Palestine suspended amid regional escalation
Saudi Gazette report NEW YORK — Saudi Arabia, alongside France and a broad coalition of international partners, announced the suspension of the UN conference on Palestine, scheduled to be held at the UN headquarters in New York on June 17-20. In a joint statement issued on Tuesday by the co-chairs of the United Nations High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine, the group regretted the need to suspend the conference due to deteriorating conditions. Expressing deep concern over the continued escalation of violence in the region, the group stressed the urgency of restoring calm and upholding international law.They also reaffirmed their commitment to the peaceful resolution of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict through a two-state solution. The...
June 17, 2025

UN conference on Palestine suspended amid regional escalation

The Arab and Islamic foreign ministers expressed their condemnation and rejection of the launch of the Israeli attacks on Iran since the dawn of June 13.
20 Islamic countries, including Saudi Arabia, voice concern over dangerous escalation threatening regional security
Saudi Gazette report CAIRO — Twenty Arab and Islamic countries, including Saudi Arabia, affirmed their condemnation and rejection of the Israeli attacks on Iran. In a joint statement released by the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, foreign ministers of these countries expressed their concern over the dangerous escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region. The foreign ministers called for de-escalation with an immediate ceasefire. The signatory countries include Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam, Turkey, Chad, Algeria, the Union of the Comoros, Djibouti, Sudan, Somalia, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Libya, and Mauritania.The foreign ministers expressed their condemnation and rejection of the launch of the Israeli...
June 17, 2025

20 Islamic countries, including Saudi Arabia, voice concern over dangerous escalation threatening regional security

Saudi Arabia participates in CERF advisory group meeting in Geneva
Saudi Gazette reportGENEVA — Saudi Arabia participated in the meeting of the advisory group of the United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) in Geneva, Switzerland.The meeting began with a comprehensive review of the Fund's 2024 results. Detailed data was presented on geographic allocations, target sectors, and alignment with humanitarian principles. Progress in the climate action portfolio and proactive response were also discussed.On the Saudi side, the General Supervisor of Planning and Development at the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSRelief), Dr. Aqeel Al-Ghamdi, participated, along with members of the Fund's advisory team, senior leaders and officials from the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), officials...
June 17, 2025

Saudi Arabia participates in CERF advisory group meeting in Geneva

Jeddah Astronomy reports solar flare triggering geomagnetic storm
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Ssolar-observing satellites detected a powerful M8.3 solar flare emanating from active spot AR4114, a flare that is very close to being classified as a powerful X-class flare. The flare was captured as a bright flash in extreme ultraviolet wavelengths.Eng. Majed Abu Zahra, head of the Jeddah Astronomical Society, reported that radiation from this flare caused a temporary interruption of short-wave radio transmissions in parts of North America, particularly at frequencies below 20 MHz. Radio amateurs likely noticed a sudden loss of signal within minutes of the solar eruption, a phenomenon known as "solar flare radio outage."He explained that the flare was not the only event, as it was followed by a coronal mass ejection, a massive explosion of...
June 17, 2025

Jeddah Astronomy reports solar flare triggering geomagnetic storm

Culture Ministry to present second edition of 'Terhal' performance in Diriyah this August
Saudi Gazette reportDIRIYAH — The Ministry of Culture is set to host the second edition of the immersive theatrical show "Terhal" from August 4 to 25 at the Mayadeen site in Diriyah Governorate.The production, acclaimed for its innovative format, blends natural elements with cutting-edge visual and lighting technologies to create a compelling narrative rooted in Saudi heritage.“Terhal” follows the journey of a young Saudi man who, while studying in Riyadh, dreams of shaping the future in the digital age.Driven by a love for his country, he embarks on a journey across Saudi Arabia to reconnect with the Kingdom’s rich cultural and natural heritage.Along the way, he discovers more about his identity and returns home with newfound wisdom and confidence.Inspired by Saudi...
June 17, 2025

Culture Ministry to present second edition of 'Terhal' performance in Diriyah this August

The BIE hands over the World Expo flag to the Kingdom’s delegation.
Expo 2030 Riyadh registration dossier receives final BIE approval in Paris
PARIS — The Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) General Assembly in Paris has granted final approval to Expo 2030 Riyadh’s Registration Dossier, officially confirming Saudi Arabia as the host country for the global event.During the ceremony on Tuesday, the BIE also handed over the World Expo flag to the Kingdom’s delegation.Led by Minister of State and Acting CEO of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), Eng. Ibrahim Al-Sultan, the Saudi delegation included Ambassador Fahd Al-Ruwaili and senior officials.The dossier outlines Saudi Arabia’s strategic vision to deliver a transformative World Expo aligned with its national goals and global aspirations.“The approval of the Registration Dossier in record time highlights the Kingdom’s leadership on the global stage and...
June 17, 2025

Expo 2030 Riyadh registration dossier receives final BIE approval in Paris

Ministry of Hajj suspends 7 Umrah companies over transport violations
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has taken regulatory action against seven Umrah companies after detecting violations related to transportation services for pilgrims.The violations involved failure to provide transport in line with the agreed terms outlined in the companies’ approved service programs.As a result, the Ministry has suspended the operations of the violating firms and liquidated their bank guarantees to fund alternative transport services for the affected pilgrims.The Ministry emphasized that these measures aim to ensure continuity of services at approved standards and to safeguard the rights of pilgrims.As part of its broader efforts to enhance service quality for pilgrims and visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque, the Ministry reiterated the...
June 17, 2025

Ministry of Hajj suspends 7 Umrah companies over transport violations

Saudi Arabia recorded the second-highest performance in the Middle East and North Africa region, ranking third in terms of funding volume and investment value versus impact, while ranking fourth in terms of the availability of skills and expertise.
Riyadh ranks 23, up 60 places, among top 100 emerging startup ecosystems globally  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has made a remarkable achievement in the field of entrepreneurship, with the position of Riyadh, the capital city, advancing 60 places over the past three years, ranking 23rd among the top 100 emerging startup ecosystems globally. This was revealed in the "Global Startup Ecosystem 2025" report issued by Startup Genome, in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network.According to the report, the Kingdom recorded the second-highest performance in the Middle East and North Africa region, ranking third in terms of funding volume and investment value versus impact, while ranking fourth in terms of the availability of skills and expertise, enhancing its ability to attract and retain entrepreneurial talent.The report highlighted the...
June 17, 2025

Riyadh ranks 23, up 60 places, among top 100 emerging startup ecosystems globally  

Prince Faisal bin Farhan
Foreign minister discusses regional situation in call with EU High Representative and Italian FM  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH— Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Monday phone calls from High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas and Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani.The talks between Prince Faisal and Kallas focused on regional developments and the ongoing efforts to address key issues in the region.During the call, the Saudi and Italian foreign ministers discussed the latest developments in the region and their repercussions.
June 16, 2025

Foreign minister discusses regional situation in call with EU High Representative and Italian FM  

Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Abdulfattah Mashat during his inspection tour of the accommodations of Iranian pilgrims in Makkah on Monday.
Deputy Hajj minister inspects Iranian pilgrims' accommodations in Makkah
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH— Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Abdulfattah Mashat on Monday visited the accommodations of Iranian pilgrims in Makkah to assess their conditions and ensure the quality of services provided to them.The visit is in implementation of the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and based on the recommendation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to facilitate all the needs of Iranian pilgrims and provide them with full services until their safe return home.As part of the visit, Dr. Mashat toured the Iranian Hajj Affairs Office in Makkah and met with Dr. Alireza Bayat, head of Iran Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization. The meeting addressed arrangements and mechanisms to ensure the comfort and safety of Iranian pilgrims...
June 16, 2025

Deputy Hajj minister inspects Iranian pilgrims' accommodations in Makkah

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