While some nations maintain strict bans, others allow alcohol sales and drinking with legal and cultural restrictions that reflect diverse local practices

Authorities refute viral claims of a new blanket prohibition inside Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi, reaffirming existing respectful-conduct guidelines

Tripoli and Riyadh agree framework to expand digital networks and strengthen regional connectivity in communications and information technology

Huge new facility backed by Saudi state-linked AI venture and Nvidia signals deepening U.S.–Gulf technology cooperation and expansion of Musk’s AI infrastructure

Prime Minister Netanyahu presses allies to preserve Israel’s qualitative edge while regional partners weigh advanced fighter acquisitions

Grammy-winning rapper to headline Riyadh’s MDLBEAST Soundstorm in December as part of a global lineup of major artists