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 »
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Pink’s ‘Beautiful Trauma’ tops Billboard, one of 2017’s biggest debuts
:: Pop star Pink soared to the top of the US Billboard 200 album chart on Monday with one of the year’s biggest album sales debut, beating out new albums from rapper Gucci Mane and rocker Beck. “Beautiful Trauma,” Pink’s
New York attorney general launches probe of Weinstein Co.
:: State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced a civil rights investigation on Monday into The Weinstein Co. following sexual harassment and assault allegations against its co-founder, Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. As part of the investigation, the prosecutor’s office issued a
US considering sanctions over Myanmar’s treatment of Rohingya
:: The United States is taking steps and considering a range of further actions over Myanmar’s treatment of its Rohingya Muslim minority, including targeted sanctions under its Global Magnitsky law, the State Department said on Monday. “We express our gravest
Catalonia warns of civil disobedience as Madrid readies direct rule
:: Catalonia said on Monday it was confident all officials including police would defy attempts by Madrid to enforce direct rule on the region, in an escalating dispute that has raised fears of unrest among Spain’s European allies. The Spanish
US demands Qatar stop funding terrorism
:: In an unusual move by officials in US Congress and figures working in the US administration, a conference in the capital called on Qatar to find a resolution of its positions between its allies on one hand and Iran
Saudi Arabia pledges $20m for Rohingya refugees
:: Saudi Arabia pledged $20 million in aid to Rohingya refugees at Monday’s Rohingya Refugee Crisis Pledging Conference in Geneva. The conference was co-hosted by the EU and Kuwait, and organized by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the
Despite apology, Indonesia asks why US blocked military chief’s travel
:: Indonesia on Monday said it had made “urgent” requests for an explanation why the United States barred its military chief from travelling to the US, as anger simmered in the world’s largest Muslim-majority country over the diplomatic incident. Armed
Organization of Islamic Cooperation seeks urgent relief for victims of Central African Republic violence
:: An expert panel of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has voiced deep concern about the deteriorating human rights situation in the Central African Republic (CAR). It condemned the recent escalation of violence against civilians in the Central African
Philippines declares battle with pro-ISIS militants over in Marawi City
:: The Philippines on Monday announced the end of five months of military operations in a southern city held by pro-ISIS militants, after a fierce and unfamiliar urban war that has marked the country’s biggest security crisis in years. Offensive
Berlin seeks new partnerships with Riyadh through Future Investment Initiative
:: A German diplomat has confirmed that his country will expand its cooperation with Riyadh in various economic, political and security fields during the coming year, pointing out that a large delegation will participate in the Future Investment Initiative, hosted
UK Times hails Saudi crown prince’s ‘riyal diplomacy’ to lead world economy
:: Riyadh has sent a clear message of its desire to move away from the oil-dependent economy, diversify its resources, and put Saudi Aramco for initial public offering (IPO). According to the British newspaper The Times, Saudi Arabia seeks to
Justin Timberlake to headline Super Bowl halftime show
:: It was a dismal weekend for North American cinemas — but Liongates’ “Boo 2! A Madea Halloween” managed to scare some life back into the box office, bagging the top spot, according to industry estimates Sunday. Starring Tyler Perry
‘Boo 2!’ wakes up box office on flat weekend
:: It was a dismal weekend for North American cinemas — but Liongates’ “Boo 2! A Madea Halloween” managed to scare some life back into the box office, bagging the top spot, according to industry estimates Sunday. Starring Tyler Perry
Trump says US ‘totally prepared’ for potential North Korea threat
:: The United States is “totally prepared” to respond to threats from Pyongyang, US President Donald Trump said in an interview aired Sunday, while also emphasizing his “exceptional relationship” with China’s leader. “We’re so prepared like you wouldn’t believe,” Trump
Abe targets N. Korea after storming to ‘super-majority’ vote win
:: Prime Minister Shinzo Abe stormed to a landslide “super-majority” in snap Japanese elections, near complete projections showed Monday, with the hard-line nationalist immediately pledging to “deal firmly” with North Korea. Abe’s conservative coalition is on track to win at
London introduces charge on most polluting vehicles
:: London introduced a charge on the oldest and most polluting vehicles on Monday to try to improve air quality in the British capital, the city’s mayor, Sadiq Khan, said. Called the T-charge, the 10 pound daily tax applies to
World Health Organization reverses Mugabe goodwill ambassador appointment
:: The head of the World Health Organization on Sunday reversed his decision to name Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe a goodwill ambassador, saying it was in the “best interests” of the UN agency. “Over the last few days, I have
UN ends month-long Libya talks in Tunisia without proposing new date
:: Month-long UN-backed talks aimed at bridging differences between rival Libyan factions ended on Saturday with no discernable progress towards stabilizing the country and paving the way for elections. A month ago UN envoy Ghassan Salame, the latest in a
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