Saudi Arabia News

US Says It Has Carried Out Heavy Strikes on Iran After Attempted Attacks on Its Forces

US Central Command said dozens of Iranian targets were hit after missiles were fired towards US forces in Jordan, while Iranian media reported civilian deaths on Qeshm island.

Saudi Arabia Conducts Self-Defence Strikes on Militia Targets in Iraq After Drone Attacks

Saudi forces carried out coordinated precision strikes against Iran-backed militia targets in Iraq with support from United States Central Command after repeated drone attacks on oil facilities in the Kingdom's Eastern Province, citing t...

Over 24 Hours in the Air: Qantas Airbus Completes Record-Breaking Test Flight

A modified Airbus A350-1000ULR traveled over 23,000 kilometers from Melbourne to Toulouse, drawing millions of real-time viewers.

Riyadh Launches Content Creators Cup During QB Festival

Boulevard City has opened the Content Creators Cup as part of the QB Festival, bringing together leading digital creators for esports, sports, and artificial intelligence competitions running through August 26, 2026.

Wadi Jazan Attracts More Visitors Following Ecotourism Expansion

New walkways, landscaped public spaces, and recreational facilities are drawing growing numbers of visitors to Wadi Jazan as Saudi Arabia continues to expand its domestic tourism offerings under Vision 2030.

Makkah Region Advances Sustainable Tourism on Coastal Islands

Authorities and developers are moving ahead with plans to promote environmentally responsible tourism across the Makkah Region's coastal islands, combining marine conservation with investment in the Kingdom's blue economy.

King Salman Relief Center Completes Solar-Powered Water Project in Nigeria

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center completed 20 solar-powered medium-depth water wells in Nigeria, providing clean drinking water and improved public health for around 95,000 people.

Saudi Financial Markets Remain Supported by Economic Diversification

Investor activity in Saudi capital markets remained steady as strong fiscal management, expanding non-oil industries, and continued foreign investment supported market confidence.

Saudi Arabia Accelerates Renewable Energy Projects Across the Kingdom

The Ministry of Energy and related agencies are advancing large-scale solar and renewable power projects to strengthen the national electricity grid and support long-term emissions reduction targets under the Saudi Green Initiative.

Saudi Construction Sector Gains Momentum Under Foreign Ownership Reforms

Construction and infrastructure activity accelerated as international contractors expanded their presence following full foreign ownership reforms and continued government investment tied to Vision 2030.

Saudi Public Investment Fund Creates Standalone Governance Structure for Neom

The Public Investment Fund established Neom as a dedicated pillar within its 2026-2030 strategy, introducing an independent financial and accounting framework to support the long-term development of the flagship megaproject.

Saudi Aramco Expands Alternative Oil Export Routes to Safeguard Supplies

Saudi Aramco increased the use of Red Sea export terminals and Egypt's Suez-Mediterranean pipeline to maintain reliable crude shipments and reduce exposure to maritime security risks affecting traditional shipping routes.

IMF Praises Saudi Arabia's Economic Resilience and Non-Oil Growth

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Finance welcomed the International Monetary Fund's 2026 Article IV consultation, which highlighted the Kingdom's resilience to regional tensions, sustained non-oil economic expansion, and leadership in adopting...

Saudi Arabia Co-Chairs Global Two-State Solution Meeting in Rome

Saudi Arabia joined Norway and the European Union in co-chairing the tenth meeting of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, calling for a comprehensive political process to secure Palestinian self-determin...

Saudi Arabia and U.S. Launch Precision Strikes on Militia Targets in Iraq After Oil Facility Attacks

Saudi Arabia, acting in coordination with United States Central Command, carried out precision strikes against militia targets in Iraq linked to recent drone and missile attacks on oil facilities in the Kingdom's Eastern Province, descri...

The Great Economic Shift: How China's Tech Surge is Overpowering Germany's Industrial Decline

As the historic German battery giant Varta files for insolvency following the loss of key Apple contracts, China's CXMT achieves a meteoric stock market debut, signaling a massive global pivot in semiconductor leadership.

Apple Briefly Crosses Five Trillion Dollar Mark as Investors Favour Restraint on AI Spending

The iPhone maker reclaimed its position ahead of Nvidia after a rotation out of chip shares sharpened investor interest in its cash-generative business model.

Russian Authorities Place Telegram Founder on International Wanted List

The Kremlin's pursuit of Pavel Durov intensifies following new charges regarding the facilitation of illicit digital communications.

Fauci pleads Fifth Amendment 100 times in Covid hearing

Fauci pleads Fifth Amendment 100 times in Covid hearing

Dr Fauci declined to answer all questions that answering them will criminalized him and all the criminals against humanity he was involved with

Arrest Warrant Issued in Lebanon for Tycoon Spotted Meeting Netanyahu in Washington

Lebanese authorities have ordered the 30-day detention of Anton Sahnawi following verified footage of him attending a dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Etihad Rail Advances Testing for National Passenger and Freight Network

Etihad Rail engineers have completed additional high-speed testing on key passenger and freight corridors as preparations continue for the commercial rollout of the nationwide rail system.

Red Sea and Neom Tourism Projects Continue to Attract Investors

International hospitality groups and real estate developers have reaffirmed long-term investment commitments to Saudi Arabia's flagship tourism developments as part of Vision 2030.

KAUST Unveils Solar-Powered Desalination Breakthrough

Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology have developed a solar-powered membrane distillation system designed to produce drinking water more efficiently for water-scarce regions.

Saudi Intellectual Property Authority Strengthens Protection for Technology Innovation

New enforcement measures have been introduced to safeguard software, digital patents and intellectual property developed by Saudi technology companies and startups.

Saudi Space Agency Completes Testing for New Earth Observation Satellites

Engineers have finished environmental testing for a new generation of remote-sensing satellites designed to monitor water resources, agriculture and climate conditions across the Kingdom.

Saudi Electricity Company Secures Financing for Smart Grid Expansion

The utility has finalized multi-billion-dollar syndicated financing agreements to upgrade transmission networks and expand smart meter deployment across the Central and Eastern provinces.

SDAIA Opens New Sovereign Cloud Data Centers

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority has inaugurated hyperscale data centers in Riyadh and Neom to support government agencies and international technology partners with secure cloud infrastructure.

Saudi Education System Expands AI and Coding Curriculum

The Ministry of Education has introduced updated learning frameworks requiring artificial intelligence, coding and algorithmic thinking as core subjects in public secondary schools.

Saudi Tourism Campaign Promotes Asir and Red Sea Destinations

The Saudi Tourism Authority has launched a global summer marketing campaign highlighting the cooler climate of Asir and the Kingdom's Red Sea resorts to attract more international visitors.

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