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Saudi Arabia distributes 1,750 shelter bags in Pakistan
In a significant move, Saudi Arabia distributed 1,750 shelter bags in various regions of Pakistan on Monday, September 30, aimed at assisting those affected by natural disasters. The initiative was delivered through…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia delivers monthly financial aid to Palestine
The Saudi ambassador to Jordan, Naif Al-Sudairi, recently handed over monthly financial assistance to the Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa for the war-torn Gaza Strip and its surrounding areas that are qualitatively…
- Middle East
UAE announces USD 100 million relief package for Lebanon
In a gesture of solidarity, United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the delivery of an urgent 100 million dollar relief package to the people of Lebanon.…
- Middle East
Arab League chief calls on international community to back Lebanon
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul-Gheit called on the international community on Monday to support Lebanon in the face of the Israeli offensive and its impacts, particularly the attacks on civilian areas. In…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia expects deficit of 2.3 per cent of GDP for 2025
The Saudi Ministry of Finance announced the Pre-Budget Statement for Fiscal Year 2025, which estimated a deficit of 2.3 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The statement expected total expenditures to…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia expresses ‘great concern’ over escalation in Lebanon
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia is closely monitoring the recent escalation of violence in Lebanon with “great concern,” according to the kingdom’s Foreign Ministry on early Monday. The Ministry underscored the necessity of safeguarding…
- Middle East
Saudi Crown Prince tells Blinken he ‘doesn’t care’ about Palestinian issue: Report
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has told United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken that he doesn’t personally prioritize and care about the “Palestinian issue,” as reported…
- Middle East
Saudi retired teacher Al-Ghamdi’s death sentence replaced with 30 yr jail
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Court of Appeal has confirmed that detainee Mohammed Nasser Al-Ghamdi’s death sentence has been overturned and replaced with a 30-year prison term. Previously, 55-year-old Mohammed Al-Ghamdi was…
- Pakistan
Saudi Arabia issues stern warning to Pakistan for sending beggars under Umrah and Haj visas
Saudi Arabia has warned Pakistan to take serious and urgent notice of beggars flooding the kingdom under Umrah and Haj visas, calling on Islamabad’s Ministry of Religious Affairs to prevent such people…
- Middle East
Military parades in Diriyah to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s 94th National Day
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) Ministry of Interior organised impressive military parades in Diriyah town to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s 94th National Day. The celebration which was themed ‘We Dream and Achieve’,…
- Obituaries
Hyderabadi dies of cardiac arrest in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah: The long-time Hyderabadi living in Saudi Arabia’s Al Khobar passed away on Sunday due to cardiac arrest and is expected to be buried on the same day evening according to family…
- Middle East
Saudi crown prince says no diplomatic ties with Israel without Palestinian state
Riyadh: Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud said that Saudi Arabia will not establish diplomatic relations with Israel without the formation of an independent Palestinian state with…
- Lifestyle
Baqalas Boom: The rise of Gulf product stores in Hyderabad
One of the core memories every Saudi-born kid can confirm is the joy of entering a baqala. Be it to curb after-school hunger, fulfill midnight cravings, or fuel up for a road…
- Middle East
Watch: Retired aircrafts in transit by road from Jeddah-Riyadh
In a journey described as “historic,” three retired Boeing 777 aircraft from Saudi Arabian airlines (Saudia) are being transported from Jeddah Airport to Riyadh by road to be used for the new Riyadh…
- Middle East
Saudi footballer suffers fractures after falling from balcony in Dubai
Saudi Arabian football player Fahad Al-Muwallad suffered multiple fractures after falling from a second-floor balcony at his home in Dubai. The 30-year-old is currently undergoing treatment at Rashid Hospital in Dubai. The…
