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Mass crackdown in Saudi Arabia: Over 14,000 illegal residents arrested in one week

Saudi Arabia's security forces have arrested over 14,000 individuals in a nationwide crackdown on illegal residents. The operation targeted violations of residency, labour, and border laws. Thousands are being deported, while others face legal procedures. Authorities are also penalizing those who aid undocumented individuals. The public is urged to report…

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Saudi Arabia makes history with 'Shams' satellite launch, joins NASA's Artemis Programme

Saudi Arabia has made a historic entry into NASA's Artemis program with the successful launch of its "Shams" satellite. This marks the first Arab nation's participation in the lunar mission, contributing vital space weather research. The initiative underscores the Kingdom's growing technological prowess and commitment to global space collaboration.

The Times of India

Iran drone strike on US Embassy in Saudi Arabia hit CIA station: Report

A recent Iranian drone attack on the US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, inflicted far more damage than initially reported, striking a CIA facility and causing extensive destruction. The incident, part of a wider regional escalation involving Iran and the US, saw multiple drones intercepted, highlighting Iran's growing capabilities and…

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Meloni in the Gulf: harmony on gas and defence with Qatar, the Emirates and Saudi Arabia

The focus of the talks of Italian prime minister with Qatar, the Emirates and Saudi Arabia was the restoration of energy supplies and security in Hormuz. Italy offered technical support for affected infrastructure and defence against Iranian raids.

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Iranian Attack On U.S. Embassy In Saudi Arabia Reportedly More Extensive Than Disclosed, Parts Are Not Recoverable

The Iranian drone attack on the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia was more extensive than initially disclosed, and parts of the compound cannot be recovered, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Jared Kushner is seeking peace deals in the Middle East. He’s also raising money for his own firm

The president’s son-in-law is acting as an envoy even as he looks to secure billions for his company from foreign governments

The Guardian - US

God on their side, the bill on ours: Counting the real cost of the war in West Asia for India

With guns in their hands and God on their side – Bob Dylan John Mearsheimer writes in The Tragedy of Great Power Politics: “States rarely go to war unless they think that rapid success is likely.”It has been more than a month since Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump started the…

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Planning Hajj 2026? Key updates, visa rules, Nusuk registration and important deadlines you shouldn’t miss

Saudi Arabia is accelerating Hajj 2026 preparations with earlier visa processing and a fully digital Nusuk platform for millions of pilgrims. Strict timelines and new regulations aim to enhance safety and efficiency, while regional tensions may cause minor flight disruptions. Pilgrims must adhere to digital registration and compliance rules for…

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia travel ban: New ministry rules bring up to SR30,000 fine, 5-year ban for restricted countries

Saudi Arabia has implemented new travel regulations, imposing significant fines and travel bans on citizens visiting restricted countries without official approval. These updated rules, under the Kingdom’s Travel Documents Law, aim to protect citizens from high-risk regions and ensure compliance with security, political, and health considerations.

The Times of India

Balochistan, Afghanistan, Iran: Is Pakistan running out of strategic room

Pakistan faces a strategic crossroads, caught between alliances and regional conflicts. Past involvements in foreign wars, driven by external powers, have led to domestic instability and blowback. Now, a new defence pact with Saudi Arabia and escalating conflict with Afghanistan highlight the nation's struggle to balance relevance with long-term stability,…

The Times of India

New Qiddiya Speed Park images reveal major progress on Saudi Arabia’s future F1 track

New images and videos show major progress at Qiddiya Speed Park, including the huge support structures for its dramatic ‘Blade’ corner

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Rare 1000-year-old Quranic manuscript unveiled in Saudi Arabia

A nearly millennium-old manuscript, "Gharib Al-Qur’an" by Abu Ubaidah Ma'mar ibn al-Muthanna, has been discovered in Saudi Arabia. This significant find, detailing rare Qur'anic terms, highlights the King Abdulaziz Public Library's extensive archive of early Islamic scholarship and its commitment to preserving these invaluable texts for academic research.

The Times of India

A stunning find in Saudi Arabia: 120,000-year-old footprints reveal where humans once walked

Archaeologists have identified 120,000-year-old human footprints at the ancient lake site of Alathar in the Nefud Desert, Saudi Arabia. Ancient human artefacts discovered in the Nefud Desert demonstrate a long history of human habitation in the region. According to the research published in Science Advances, the site includes 120,000-year-old human…

The Times of India

Airline axes Saudi Arabia flight route a year after launch

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Virgin Atlantic scraps flight route only a year after its launch

Virgin’s service from London to Riyadh will no longer operate after 7 April

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Saudi Arabia launches special operations rooms for overseas Umrah pilgrims as arrivals surge over 214% since 2022

Saudi Arabia has launched a new operations room to manage a surge in Umrah pilgrims, with 18 million arrivals this year, a 214% increase. This initiative, in collaboration with aviation and other agencies, aims to enhance pilgrim experience and safety. The Umrah and Ziyarah Forum highlights sector growth, with over…

The Times of India

This country has no rivers and still survives: Here’s how Saudi Arabia does it

It is known for its desert, high temperatures, and lack of water resources. Among the most interesting geographical features of Saudi Arabia is the fact that it does not have permanent rivers.

The Independent UK

The key shipping route under Houthi threat that could have a seismic impact on global economy

The Bab al-Mandab strait has been a vital shipping route for Saudi Arabia since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

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Jazeera Airways resumes flights to Jeddah, launches service to Karachi and new routes via Saudi Arabia

Kuwait's major carrier Jazeera Airways, has announced numerous new plans in the past few days in an attempt to strengthen its connectivity to regional and international locations while also ensuring passenger convenience.

The Times of India

Pressure, not peace yet: How Saudi, UAE, Kuwait want the Iran war to go

The United States’ Gulf allies, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, have reportedly urged US President Donald Trump to continue military action against Iran, arguing that Tehran has not been sufficiently weakened by the monthlong US-led bombing campaign, according to American, Gulf, and Israeli officials.

The Guardian - UK

BBC accused of making ‘propaganda’ films for Saudi sovereign wealth fund

Critics say films lauding country’s attitude to women and green credentials could damage corporation’s reputation

The Guardian - UK

Islamabad talks signal emergence of new four-nation bloc in Middle East

Unlikely grouping of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey steps up efforts to broker ceasefire and curb dominance of Iran and Israel

The Times of India

What is Saudi Arabia’s $4.7 billion ‘artificial lake’ plan in Trojena, and why is it now on hold

New Artificial Lake (Mountain of NEOM), Artificial Lake (Trojena), Artificial Lakes, to be built in the Trojena Mountains, that will be 2,000 meters high, within the NEOM project and 2.8 kilometres long. While the original engineering plan for this new destination required 3 dams to create a continuous body of…

The Guardian - UK

Weather tracker: Thunderstorms drench UAE and Saudi Arabia

Abnormally strong jet stream triggers deluge in Middle East, while north Africa braces for 60-80mph gusts

The Times of India

Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain 'fighting back': Trump claims Gulf nations '100% on US side' against Iran

President Trump declared Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain are fully aligned with the US against Iran, stating they are "100% on our side." He noted these Gulf nations were surprised by Iran's missile and drone attacks but are now fighting back effectively. The ongoing conflict, now in its…

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