Saudi Press

Saudi Arabia and the world
Friday, May 09, 2025
 English
 English Arabic HebrewHindiTagalogUrdu
Add Your News
Headline: Saudi Arabia Cracks Down on Illegal Drugs with Arrests and Confiscations

Headline: Saudi Arabia Cracks Down on Illegal Drugs with Arrests and Confiscations

Saudi Arabian authorities have arrested individuals and confiscated large quantities of illegal drugs, including khat and Captagon pills, in recent days.
These drugs are considered stimulants and are illegal in the country.

The government has set up a hotline for people to report any information related to suspected smuggling or customs violations, and rewards are offered for valid tips.
Newsletter
Related Articles

Trump's Proposed 100% Tariff on Foreign Films Sparks Industry Concerns

Entertainment sector braces for impact as U.S. President targets international film productions

Common Sense Returns to Britain's Legal System: UK Supreme Court Declares a Woman Is… a Woman

Landmark ruling defines 'woman' in the Equality Act as biological sex, ending years of legal ambiguity and public debate over what should have never been up for debate.

Warren Buffett to Step Down as Berkshire CEO After Nearly 60 Years

“Oracle of Omaha” Passes the Torch to Greg Abel, Signals Era of Transition at $1.1 Trillion Empire

California Surpasses Japan to Become the World’s Fourth-Largest Economy

California has overtaken Japan to become the fourth-largest economy in the world, Governor Gavin Newsom announced, warning of the risks posed by federal tariffs on the state’s t...

Trump Administration Removes National Security Adviser Mike Waltz Amid Signal Chat Controversy

Waltz and Deputy Alex Wong Depart Following Accidental Inclusion of Journalist in Sensitive Military Planning Discussion

China and U.S. Reignite War of Words Over COVID-19 Origins

Beijing Pushes Back Against Trump Administration’s Lab-Leak Allegations, Suggests Virus May Have Originated in the U.S.

3D-Printed Homes Offer Cost-Effective and Durable Housing Solutions

Advancements in 3D concrete printing enable faster construction, reduced costs, and enhanced durability in residential buildings

Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Rome as World Leaders Attend Funeral

Approximately 200,000 mourners gather in St. Peter's Square for the funeral of Pope Francis, with attendance from over 130 global leaders; the pontiff is interred at Santa Maria...

Saudi Foreign Minister in Cairo to Lead Meeting on Gaza Developments

Discussion focuses on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and recent events in the Gaza Strip.

KSrelief Expands Humanitarian Efforts in Syria, Sudan, and Lebanon

Saudi aid agency KSrelief distributes thousands of food packages to vulnerable communities amid ongoing crises.

OpenAI is in damage control mode after its latest update to GPT-4o turned the chatbot into… well, a bit too agreeable.

The company paused the latest version of GPT-4o after it began validating irrational and unsafe user inputs, prompting safety concerns and public backlash.

Trump Shares AI-Generated Image of Himself as… Pope, Prompting Outrage Reaction

The U.S. President posted a papal-themed image of himself just 11 days after the death of Pope Francis, amid ongoing mourning and before a new pontiff has been elected.
Saudi Press
Add Your News
Playlist Hide
0:00
0:00
Open
0:00
0:00
Close
Common Sense Returns to Britain's Legal System: UK Supreme Court Declares a Woman Is… a Woman
Warren Buffett to Step Down as Berkshire CEO After Nearly 60 Years
Trump Shares AI-Generated Image of Himself as… Pope, Prompting Outrage Reaction
Amazon Launches Satellite Internet Service Amidst Competition with SpaceX
The Rush to the White Gold: Global Investment Surge in Natural Hydrogen Exploration
Trump Administration Removes National Security Adviser Mike Waltz Amid Signal Chat Controversy
Liverpool Clinches Record-Equalling 20th English League Title Under Arne Slot
Massive Explosion at Iran's Bandar Abbas Port Linked to Suspicious Chemical Shipments
Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Rome as World Leaders Attend Funeral
Not Child’s Play: How Competitive Gaming Became a Global Economic Empire
California Surpasses Japan to Become the World’s Fourth-Largest Economy
Former U.S. Congressman George Santos sentenced to eighty-seven months for wide-ranging fraud
Israel Considers Limited Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Facilities Amid Diplomatic Efforts
Saudi Arabia Offers Max Verstappen Unprecedented Deal to Join Aston Martin
Global Pistachio Shortage Amid Rising Demand for 'Dubai Chocolate'
IMF Predicts No Global Recession Amid Trade Tensions
Worldwide Markets Decline as U.S.-China Trade Frictions Intensify
OpenAI Lands Unprecedented $40 Billion Investment
Removing the Political Adversary is Dismantling What's Remaining of Turkey's Economy.
Ex-FIFA President and French Football Icon Acquitted of Corruption Allegations
White House Investigates Security Breach After Journalist Accidentally Added to Secret Yemen Strike Chat
Volunteers in Jeddah Ensure No One Goes Hungry During Ramadan Iftar
New Restaurant Opens in Makkah's Iconic Clock Tower for Ramadan Iftar
Saudi Arabia's Project Masam Removes 552 Houthi Mines in Yemen
Saudi Arabia Fines Over 400 Foreign Trucks for Regulatory Violations
Saudi National Campaign for Charitable Work Reports Significant Donations in Ramadan
Historic Al-Hosn Al-Asfal Mosque Restored in Asir as Part of National Heritage Initiative
KSrelief Expands Humanitarian Efforts in Syria, Sudan, and Lebanon
Saudi Arabia Advocates for Global Water Cooperation at Forum
Madinah Governor Tours Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah
Saudi Foreign Minister in Cairo to Lead Meeting on Gaza Developments
Recognition of Saudi and Pakistani Entrepreneurs at Riyadh Ceremony
UAE Announces $1.4 Trillion Investment Plan in the United States
Saudi Arabia Innovates in Soil Quality and Water Conservation
Governor of Taif Engages with Rose and Aromatic Plants Cooperative
Saudi Food and Drug Authority Enhances Preparations for Hajj Season
Saudi Arabia Distributes Aid to Yemen and Romania
Restoration of Historic Al-Qalaah Mosque in Riyadh Underlines Heritage Preservation Efforts
Saudi Arabia Arrests Over 25,000 for Immigration Violations in One Week
UAE’s ADQ and Energy Capital Partners Announce $25 Billion Energy Venture in the U.S.
KSrelief Launches Extensive Ramadan Food Aid Initiative
Ramadan Celebrations Revitalize Historic Jeddah
Makkah Authorities Urge Worshippers to Follow Crowd Management Guidelines
Direct Flights Between Dammam and Damascus Reestablished for Syrian Residents
Saudi Main Index Rises to Close at 11,760 Amid Mixed Market Performance
Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch Visits Prophet's Mosque in Madinah
Cultural Development Fund Hosts Third Annual Storytellers Event in Riyadh
Investment Surge in Fintech, Gaming, and Health Care Across MENA Region
Surging Prices for Religious Tourism in Saudi Arabia Amid Ramadan Rush
Middle Eastern Airlines’ Fleet Projected to Surge Above Global Growth Rates
×