Saudi King and Crown Prince Condole Kuwait
In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed their deepest condolences to the Emir of Kuwait on Monday following the passing of Sheikh More »
Putin and Abbas Discuss Gaza Crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Tuesday during Abbas’ visit to Russia. Arriving on Monday, Abbas aims to discuss the ongoing Gaza conflict with More »
Saudi Arabia Voices Strong Support for Gaza Peace Initiatives
Saudi Arabia has firmly aligned itself with the recent joint statement made by President Joe Biden of the United States, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, More »
Saudi Crown Prince, US Secretary of Defense discuss troop deployment
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Wednesday from the US Secretary of Defense during which they discussed ongoing arrangements to send US troops of a More »
Saudi Energy Minister confirms restoration of Kingdom’s gas production capacity
:: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy confirmed on Wednesday the restoration of production capacity, affirming the Kingdom’s position as a reliable energy supplier in the global market. The energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz More »
Category Archives: National
Saudi airstrikes ‘removed’ threats posed to Kingdom
Anti-Houthi coalition airstrikes in Yemen removed any threat posed to Saudi Arabia and neighboring countries, the Kingdom’s ministry of defense said on Tuesday. Sorties reportedly targeted and destroyed ballistic missiles operated by Houthis and militias loyal to deposed leader Ali
Global backing for war against Houthis hailed
The Council of Ministers has praised the international community for backing the military action in Yemen, saying it would send a message to the Houthis that their aggression would not be tolerated. Minister of Culture and Information Adel Al-Toraifi said
Shoura approves scheme for families of martyrs
The Shoura Council approved a study on a scheme for martyrs which would help the families of those who have sacrificed their lives for the sake of the country. The house gave the approval to the scheme at the 30th
Terror threat puts Kingdom on top alert
Saudi Arabia has put security forces on alert for a possible militant attack on vital energy installations and popular shopping malls, Interior Ministry spokesman Maj. Gen. Mansour Al-Turki said on Monday. “There was information about a possible terrorist attack targeting
Gulf envoys: No ceasefire unless Houthis retreat
There will be no immediate ceasefire in Yemen unless Houthi rebels withdraw from seized territory, Gulf envoys told U.N. chief Ban Ki-moon on Monday. Saudi Ambassador to the United Nations Abdallah al-Muallami told Agence France-Presse that “certain conditions” must be
Princess Hussa honors top Saudi women achievers
Sayidaty magazine has recognized the outstanding contribution of 37 Saudi women in different walks of life such as education, health, media, arts and economics. Princess Hussa bint Salman, who attended the Creativity Awards 2015, praised the winners for their work
Yemen rebels urged to surrender as defections rise
The leader of the 37th brigade has rejoined the legitimate government of Yemen, which should be a further sign for the rebels to lay down their arms, according to the Saudi-led coalition. “This is a clear signal for the Houthi
King, Putin review key regional developments
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman on Monday held a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. “They discussed the latest regional and international developments and reviewed bilateral relations,” the SPA reported. Russia had taken a favorable stand
Fallen soldiers’ families to get SR1m each
Families of Saudi soldiers who died while confronting Houthi rebels during the ongoing Operation Decisive Storm will receive SR1 million in compensation. Defense Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman, chief of the royal court, has given his directives to authorities in
Over SR28 million water, sanitation projects for EP
Water and Electricity Minister Abdullah Al-Hussayen signed contracts with several companies for water and sewage projects in the Eastern Province. The three new contracts signed would incur a total cost of SR28.7 million. Director General of Water in the Eastern
Destroyed: 80% of Houthi ammunition
The Saudi-led coalition has so far destroyed 80 percent of Houthi ammunition in Yemen and the threat from their ballistic missiles has been neutralized after Operation Decisive Storm launched more than 106 airstrikes against the militias and their army loyalists
Coalition strikes Houthi missiles: spokesman
The Saudi-led coalition has so far destroyed in Yemen “80 percent” of Houthi ammunition and the threat from their “ballistic missiles” was “neutralized” after Operation Decisive Storm launched more than 106 airstrikes against the militias and their Yemeni army loyalists
No decision yet on limiting expats’ stay
No decision has been taken to restrict the stay of expatriate workers in the Kingdom on the basis of either the period they spent in Saudi Arabia or the salaries they drew, the Labor Ministry announced on Sunday. “It was
Kingdom pledges $274m for Yemen
King, Obama stress negotiated political solution for stability Saudi Arabia, which has been fighting Houthi militias in Yemen since March 26, on Saturday announced $274 million in humanitarian aid for the embattled country. The pledge, which the SPA said was
UAE, Qatar send four relief aircrafts to Yemen
The United Arab Emirates and Qatar have donated four aircraft-loads of humanitarian relief aid to Yemen, Saudi-led coalition spokesman Brig. Gen. Ahmed Asiri said Saturday. Asiri said the aircraft, which are loaded with foodstuffs and other items, landed in Djibouti
King initiatives ‘saved region from dangers’
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, who has been listed by the Time magazine among the world’s top 11 influential leaders, held talks in Riyadh on Thursday with Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa on major developments in
King raps excessive ads greeting govt officials
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has instructed monitoring authorities to control publication of reports and advertisements congratulating government officials and exaggerated condolence messages and punish violators, sabq.org reported on Wednesday. “In a circular issued to ministries and
Education expo ‘to promote sustainable development’
Here is an opportunity for Saudi students and parents to interact directly with foreign universities and educational institutions, said Education Minister Dr Azzam Al-Dakhil on Wednesday. The minister was speaking after inaugurating the International Exhibition and Conference on Higher Education
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