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Makkah Joint Defense Pact: Saudi Arabia reshapes regional security

Makkah Joint Defense Pact: Saudi Arabia reshapes regional security

Turkey: Attack on any Mecca defense pact member is attack on all

Turkey: Attack on any Mecca defense pact member is attack on all

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign Makkah joint defense pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign Makkah joint defense pact

Crown Prince, French president discuss regional issues and ties by phone

Crown Prince, French president discuss regional issues and ties by phone

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign Mecca joint defense pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign Mecca joint defense pact

Makkah Joint Defense Pact: Saudi Arabia reshapes regional security

Makkah Joint Defense Pact: Saudi Arabia reshapes regional security

Turkey: Attack on any Mecca defense pact member is attack on all

Turkey: Attack on any Mecca defense pact member is attack on all

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign Makkah joint defense pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign Makkah joint defense pact

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Saudi intelligence chief, Iraqi prime minister discuss security cooperation

Saudi intelligence chief, Iraqi prime minister discuss security cooperation

Iraq’s prime minister met Saudi intelligence chief Khalid Al-Humaidan, who delivered a message from Riyadh and discussed boosting security coordination.

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Saudi deputy foreign minister discusses ties with US official

Saudi deputy foreign minister discusses ties with US official

Transport General Authority issues new regulations for commercial motorcycle freight

Transport General Authority issues new regulations for commercial motorcycle freight

Participants arrive in Makkah for King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Participants arrive in Makkah for King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Saudi, US officials discuss bilateral ties in phone call

Saudi, US officials discuss bilateral ties in phone call

Business

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Gold surges to seven-week high as US rate hike expectations fade

Gold surges to seven-week high as US rate hike expectations fade

Oil prices fall as Gulf states, Iran near possible Hormuz deal

Oil prices fall as Gulf states, Iran near possible Hormuz deal

Gold prices rise in Saudi Arabia as 21-karat hits 452 riyals

Gold prices rise in Saudi Arabia as 21-karat hits 452 riyals

Tether partners with Saudi firms to tokenize institutional real estate

Tether partners with Saudi firms to tokenize institutional real estate

Sports

Three titles decided in week five of 2026 Esports World Cup

Three titles decided in week five of 2026 Esports World Cup

The 2026 Esports World Cup in Paris enters week five with three major titles decided and fierce competition among top global clubs.

Real Madrid extends Vinicius Jr. contract through 2032

Real Madrid extends Vinicius Jr. contract through 2032

Rodri gives Barcelona green light to negotiate with Manchester City

Rodri gives Barcelona green light to negotiate with Manchester City

Real Madrid sign Ivorian winger Yan Diomande in record deal through 2033

Real Madrid sign Ivorian winger Yan Diomande in record deal through 2033

Reef and Al Hilal sign SAR 200 million partnership through 2031

Reef and Al Hilal sign SAR 200 million partnership through 2031

News

Musaned: livestock worker visas unavailable for applicants with government suspensions

Musaned: livestock worker visas unavailable for applicants with government suspensions

Citizen’s Account: Housing type does not affect support amount

Citizen’s Account: Housing type does not affect support amount

Gold prices steady in Saudi Arabia as global rates climb

Gold prices steady in Saudi Arabia as global rates climb

Human Resources Ministry outlines process for transferring workers from companies to individuals

Human Resources Ministry outlines process for transferring workers from companies to individuals

Lifestyle

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X ends revenue sharing, launches new rewards for original content

X ends revenue sharing, launches new rewards for original content

Sunken Treasures exhibition showcases finds from Uthman bin Affan Mosque in historic Jeddah

Sunken Treasures exhibition showcases finds from Uthman bin Affan Mosque in historic Jeddah

Baloot tournament draws youth crowds at Suwayr Summer Festival 2026

Baloot tournament draws youth crowds at Suwayr Summer Festival 2026

Arsh Al-Harf Forum in Al-Baha brings together 68 calligraphers to promote Arabic script

Arsh Al-Harf Forum in Al-Baha brings together 68 calligraphers to promote Arabic script

World

US dismantles financial network aiding Iran’s money laundering

US dismantles financial network aiding Iran’s money laundering

US offers $15 million reward for information on IRGC financing networks

US offers $15 million reward for information on IRGC financing networks

US Treasury targets Iran’s financial networks using dollars, riyals, and crypto

US Treasury targets Iran’s financial networks using dollars, riyals, and crypto

US Senate passes sweeping bill to impose new sanctions on Russia

US Senate passes sweeping bill to impose new sanctions on Russia

Latest News

Ballasmar forests in Asir draw visitors with juniper trees and misty peaks

Ballasmar forests in Asir draw visitors with juniper trees and misty peaks

Abu Al-Houl Mountain in Hail draws tourists with unique rock formations

Abu Al-Houl Mountain in Hail draws tourists with unique rock formations

EU condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and Yemen, urges immediate halt

EU condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and Yemen, urges immediate halt

Islamic Affairs Ministry launches official TikTok account

Islamic Affairs Ministry launches official TikTok account

Saudi team wins three medals at 2026 International AI Olympiad in Astana

Saudi team wins three medals at 2026 International AI Olympiad in Astana

Ethiopian national arrested in Madinah for trafficking hashish and amphetamines

Ethiopian national arrested in Madinah for trafficking hashish and amphetamines

Bahrain welcomes signing of Mecca Joint Defense Agreement

Bahrain welcomes signing of Mecca Joint Defense Agreement

Arab interior ministers condemn Houthi attacks on Najran

Arab interior ministers condemn Houthi attacks on Najran