Author: Editorial Team
KYIV — Ukraine has launched a criminal investigation following the large-scale detonation at an ammunition depot in Vyshneve in Kyiv region during a Russian attack earlier this week, President Volodymyr Zelensky told journalists on Thursday. Vyshneve, a small town on the western outskirts of Kyiv, endured a night of terror on July 6 when it came under Russian drone and missile fire. The attack struck an unidentified warehouse, triggering secondary explosion. Ukrainian officials said 10 people were killedan 29 others suffered injuriesin Vyshneve whilehundreds of houses were damaged. Zelensky revealed that the facility was an ammunition depot belonging to the…
Vibrant, multi-colored lighting installations have adorned Raghadan Forest in Al-Baha, creating a captivating visual experience for visitors as the summer tourist season accelerates. The forest remains one of the Kingdom’s premier natural destinations, drawing increasing numbers of tourists with its temperate climate and unique ecological features. Key attractions include the 650-meter-long Al-ghaym Walkway, illuminated by 65 light poles, and the central lavender garden, featuring 270 decorative lights and aesthetic sculptures. During the summer months, the site is further enhanced by interactive laser shows, dynamic lighting displays, and illuminated waterfalls set seamlessly into the natural landscape. Located in the Sarawat Mountains…
ZKTeco Middle East has been awarded the prestigious Government Security Solutions Provider of the Year title at the GovTech Innovation Forum & Awards 2026, hosted by TahawulTech. This award comes in recognition of its outstanding contribution to advancing security innovation and supporting the digital transformation of government organisations across the region. The award recognises technology providers that have demonstrated excellence in delivering innovative security solutions that strengthen public sector resilience, protect critical infrastructure, and enable government entities to operate securely and efficiently in an increasingly digital landscape. This recognition reflects ZKTeco Middle East’s continued commitment to providing intelligent, reliable, and…
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has urged all sides in the escalating United States-Iran conflict to exercise restraint and uphold their commitments to the interim deal after a fragile ceasefire that had held for nearly three weeks collapsed into a new wave of strikes and counterstrikes. “A renewed conflict is in no one’s interest,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Wednesday. “Pakistan urges all sides to uphold their respective commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which remains an enduring foundation for understanding, mutual respect and shared prosperity for the region and beyond,” the statement said. The…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia on Thursday welcomed the United States’ decision to begin procedures to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, where it has remained since 1979. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for the positive steps being taken by the Syrian government to strengthen the country’s security and stability, rebuild state institutions and fulfill the aspirations of the Syrian people for a more stable and prosperous future. U.S. President Donald Trump informed Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa of the decision during their meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit…
Date markets across Saudi Arabia have begun receiving the first harvest of the 2026 season, bringing in locally produced fresh and dried varieties. This early-harvest influx comes particularly from the Kingdom’s leading producing areas, including Riyadh, Madinah, Al-Ahsa, and Qassim. The arrival of these popular varieties marks the start of the harvest season, which typically runs from June through the end of November. Driven by a productive palm tree count that reached 32,206,186 in 2024, the sector continues to ensure the sustainability of national production. According to reports, the Kingdom’s total date production reached over 1.9 million tons in 2024,…
ZKTeco Middle East has been awarded the prestigious Government Security Solutions Provider of the Year title at the GovTech Innovation Forum & Awards 2026, hosted by TahawulTech. This award comes in recognition of its outstanding contribution to advancing security innovation and supporting the digital transformation of government organisations across the region. The award recognises technology providers that have demonstrated excellence in delivering innovative security solutions that strengthen public sector resilience, protect critical infrastructure, and enable government entities to operate securely and efficiently in an increasingly digital landscape. This recognition reflects ZKTeco Middle East’s continued commitment to providing intelligent, reliable, and…
JEDDAH — Saudi Arabia and Canada have agreed to begin negotiations on a double taxation avoidance agreement and welcomed progress toward concluding a bilateral investment promotion and protection agreement by early 2027, according to a joint statement issued at the conclusion of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s official visit to the Kingdom. The two sides also agreed to strengthen cooperation between their financial institutions to support the financing of major strategic projects. Saudi Arabia welcomed the strong interest shown by Canadian investors in exploring opportunities in the Kingdom, while Canada invited Saudi investors to participate in its first Investment Summit,…
JEDDAH — Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman met Canadian Minister of National Defence David McGuinty in Jeddah on Thursday to discuss bilateral defense cooperation and regional developments. The two ministers reviewed relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada and explored ways to strengthen military and defense cooperation between the two friendly countries. They also discussed regional developments and ongoing efforts to promote security and stability in the region and beyond. Source: Saudi Gazette
JEDDAH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney witnessed the signing of three memorandums of understanding following official talks at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Thursday. The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations, explored opportunities to expand cooperation across various sectors, and discussed regional and international developments and the ongoing efforts to address them. The first memorandum of understanding was signed between Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy and Canada’s Ministry of Natural Resources to strengthen cooperation in the energy sector. It was exchanged by Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman and Canadian…