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KYIV — Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced her resignation on Sunday, shortly after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed plans to reshuffle the government. “I am proud to have had the honor of leading the government … Thank you to the entire government team for its work,” Svyrydenko wrote on Facebook. Earlier, Zelenskyy said on Telegram that Ukraine needs a renewed Cabinet and that he had discussed the planned changes with the outgoing prime minister. “We agreed that changes require the renewal of the cabinet. I thanked Yulia for her effective work as prime minister, for years of productive work as…

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance organized, in coordination with the Maldives’ Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Endowments, a training course in Malé from Muharram 26 to 28, 1448 AH, bringing together more than 120 imams, khateebs, muezzins, and male and female students of Islamic knowledge. The course is part of the ministry’s overseas educational programs. The opening ceremony was attended by Saudi Ambassador to the Maldives Yahya Al-Qahtani, Maldives’ Deputy Minister of Islamic Affairs Sheikh Mutheeu Ismail Mohamed, and several officials from the Maldives’ Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Endowments. The course focuses on fundamental topics in Islamic studies,…

JEDDAH — Makkah Deputy Emir Prince Saud bin Mishaal received newly appointed Jeddah Mayor Ehsan Bafaqeeh at the governorate headquarters. Prince Saud congratulated him on the royal trust placed in him and wishing him success in serving the city and meeting the leadership’s aspirations. During the meeting, the two reviewed a number of municipal issues and discussed the municipality’s future plans. Bafaqeeh expressed his gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for the royal appointment, describing it as “a responsibility before it is an honor.” He said he…

RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate phone calls with his counterparts in Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Jordan to discuss regional developments, efforts to reduce tensions, and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Prince Faisal spoke with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Bahraini Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, and Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi. During the calls, the ministers reviewed the latest developments in the region and reaffirmed their condemnation…

JEDDAH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman have sent separate messages of condolence to Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani following the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. In his message, King Salman said he learned of Sheikh Hamad’s passing with deep sorrow, describing the former emir as a leader who “gave much to his country and his people.” The King extended his heartfelt condolences and sympathy to Sheikh Tamim, the Al Thani family, and the people of Qatar, praying that Allah…

 An official meeting between the Saudi and Iraqi sides was held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the brotherly Republic of Iraq Dr. Fuad Hussein, with the attendance of several senior officials from both sides. During the meeting, they reviewed the fraternal relations between the two brotherly countries and explored ways to strengthen them across various fields. They also discussed the latest developments in the region and issues of mutual interest. The two sides emphasized the importance of respecting national…

KUWAIT CITY — Kuwait said Sunday that three land border posts in the country’s north and an offshore drilling platform operated by Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) came under attack, causing material damage and injuring one worker. In a statement, Defense Ministry spokesman Saud Abdulaziz Al-Atwan described the strikes on the three border posts as a “treacherous act of aggression” that caused material damage. He said an offshore KOC drilling platform in Kuwait’s territorial waters was also struck by a “hostile” drone, damaging the facility and injuring one worker, who is receiving medical treatment. The spokesman said the relevant authorities immediately…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia recorded its lowest level of dust and sandstorm activity in more than 25 years during June 2026, with dust events falling 99% below historical averages, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said June saw an almost complete absence of dust and sandstorms across the Kingdom, marking the lowest level recorded since monitoring began more than two decades ago. NCM Chief Executive Officer Dr. Ayman Ghulam said the findings were based on the June report issued by the Regional Center for Sand and Dust Storms. According to the report, the Northern Borders region…

RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has suspended the operations of five recruitment offices and revoked the licenses of seven others after uncovering violations during inspections carried out in the second quarter of 2026. The ministry said the action followed regulatory inspections of recruitment offices and companies, with five offices ordered to cease operations immediately, while the licenses of seven others were revoked after they failed to rectify violations within the prescribed deadline. The violations included breaches of recruitment regulations and labor service rules, delays in refunding customers, and failure to address complaints submitted by…

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of condolences to Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on the passing of former Amir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.  The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques said in his cable that Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dedicated much of his life to serving his country and people. He extended his heartfelt condolences and sincere sympathies to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the late amir’s family, and the people of Qatar, praying that the…