Ancient 7th-century mosque discovered during archaeological excavations in Saudi Arabia
Archeologists in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Baha region uncovered the ruins of an ancient mosque dating back to the first century AH.
Read moreBrent crude jumps past $100 following strikes on Saudi oil pipeline
Oil prices surged past $100 per barrel as satellite imagery revealed fires along Saudi Arabia’s East-West Petroline after suspected drone and missile strikes.
Read moreSaudi Arabia lifts security alert in Khamis Mushait after Houthi attacks
Saudi authorities lifted a security alert in Khamis Mushait on Wednesday, a day after Houthi attacks wounded 73 people and hit energy infrastructure in the Kingdom’s south.
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Brent crosses $100 as Gulf attacks deepen fears over energy supplies
Brent crude climbed above $100 a barrel as fresh attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure and escalating US-Iran tensions raised concerns over Gulf oil supplies and shipping.
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Strait of Hormuz shipping falls sharply as US-Iran conflict escalates
Only six commodity vessels were tracked through the Strait of Hormuz over the latest 24-hour period, highlighting the growing disruption to one of the world’s most important energy routes.
Read more73 injured as Houthi attacks hit Saudi cities and energy facilities
At least 73 people, including women and children, were injured after Houthi attacks targeted civilian and economic sites in several southern Saudi cities, according to Saudi authorities.
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Saudi Arabia vows firm response after Houthi attacks on civilian sites
Riyadh has condemned the latest Houthi attacks and warned that the militia’s continued targeting of Saudi territory and maritime traffic represents a serious escalation.
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NEOM end Al Hilal’s 47-match unbeaten Saudi Pro League run
NEOM SC have handed Al Hilal their first Saudi Pro League defeat after a 47-match unbeaten league run.
Read moreQatar condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi civilian and economic sites
Qatar has condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and expressed solidarity with the Kingdom following the injuries to civilians and damage to economic facilities.
Read moreKuwait condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
Kuwait has condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi cities and economic sites, warning that the escalation threatens regional security, maritime navigation and global energy supplies.
Read moreBahrain condemns renewed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
Bahrain has condemned the latest Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed its full solidarity with the Kingdom.
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Saudi Arabia designates 2026 as the Year of AI
The Saudi Council of Ministers officially designates 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence to drive Vision 2030 digital goals.
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Oman signs Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh
Oman officially signs the Participation Contract for Expo 2030, set to take place in Riyadh, further strengthening GCC ties.
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Iran plans maritime exclusion zone near Strait of Hormuz after US strikes on tankers
Iran plans a maritime exclusion zone near the Strait of Hormuz following US strikes on oil tankers, further threatening global shipping routes.
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Civilians abandon homes as Yemen fighting leaves more than 300 dead
Over 300 combatants have been killed and hundreds of families displaced in heavy fighting between Yemeni forces and Houthis in Taiz.
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Saudi Red Sea destination begins operations with giant off-grid renewable energy system
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea tourism destination launches operations powered by the world’s largest integrated off-grid renewable energy system.
Read moreSaudi Arabia issues 1,360 licenses for collective labor housing
Saudi Arabia issues 1,360 licenses for collective housing under a new regulatory framework to improve living standards for 1 million resident workers.
Read moreRed alerts issued in Saudi Arabia as heavy rain and thunderstorms continue
Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology issues red alerts for heavy rain and flash floods in Asir and Al-Baha regions on September 3, 2026.
Read moreSaudi Ministry of Media launches new Ealam digital platform
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Media unveils the ‘Ealam’ platform to modernize digital media publishing and regional content management.
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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan hold inaugural Mecca Defense Pact meeting in Istanbul
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan convened in Istanbul on August 31, 2026, for the first committee meeting under the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement.
Read moreIran-led militias in Iraq reportedly planning attacks on Saudi Arabia
Intelligence sources report that Iran-backed militias in Iraq are planning new strikes on Saudi Arabia, escalating regional security concerns.
Read moreSaudi Arabia and Kazakhstan sign agreement to expand air connectivity
Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan signed a new Air Services Agreement, increasing the number of permitted weekly flights between the two countries to 70.
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Saudi Aramco signs agreements worth over $3.7 billion with French companies
Saudi Aramco signs procurement and technology agreements worth over $3.7 billion with French companies during an investment roundtable in Paris.
Read moreBahrain’s Al Salam Bank appointed joint lead manager for Saudi Arabia’s $2.75bn sukuk
Al Salam Bank has been appointed as a joint lead manager for Saudi Arabia’s $2.75 billion sukuk, reflecting strong GCC financial ties.
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Tanker off Saudi Arabia catches fire after strike by unknown projectile
A tanker caught fire off the Saudi Arabian coast near Yanbu after being hit by an unknown projectile; all crew are safe.
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