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RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior has announced that a maximum fine of SR100,000 will be slapped on anyone who applies for any type of visit visa on behalf of individuals who perform or attempt to perform Hajj without a permit or who enter or stay in Makkah and the holy sites. The fine will be multiplied according to the number of individuals for whom visit visas were issued and who violate these regulations. The ministry urged all Saudis and residents to adhere to the regulations of the 2026 Hajj season and to cooperate with the competent authorities in ensuring…

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) central kitchen distributed 25,000 hot meals to the most vulnerable groups in central and southern Gaza Strip, benefiting 25,000 individuals, as part of the Saudi public campaign to support the Palestinian people in the enclave. This comes within the framework of the humanitarian efforts provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through its humanitarian arm KSrelief to support the Palestinian people during various crises and hardships. Source: Riyadh Daily

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RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has warned of moderate to heavy thunderstorms leading to flash floods, accompanied by hail and strong winds that may stir up dust and sand in most regions of Saudi Arabia. The NCM noted that the weather conditions are affecting parts of the Eastern Province, the Northern Borders region, Hail, Qassim, Riyadh, Madinah, Makkah, Al-Baha, Asir, and Jazan, with a chance of fog in some parts of these regions. The center also indicated that surface winds on the Red Sea will be northwesterly to westerly at speeds of 10-28 km/h in the northern…

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s political and military leadership is stepping up efforts to revive negotiations between the United States and Iran after U.S. President Donald Trump told his envoys not to travel to Islamabad for planned talks this weekend, according to officials cited in reports. After rising tensions derailed a second round of scheduled negotiations, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spent much of Sunday in Muscat, which has previously hosted several rounds of U.S.-Iran diplomacy. Iranian state media said he is expected to return to Islamabad before departing for Moscow. Officials involved in mediation efforts said Pakistan-backed negotiators are working to…

Al-Kannah season in Jazan Region is one of the most anticipated annual fishing periods for local fishermen, beginning in mid-April and marked by a rise in fish populations that move closer to shore, revitalizing the fishing sector and supplying local markets with abundant, high-quality catch. At dawn, fishing boats depart from the region’s harbors on daily voyages that reflect a deep-rooted connection between the people and the sea, long serving as a primary source of livelihood across generations. The season brings abundant marine life, particularly kingfish, which is widely favored in local markets. This abundance is clearly visible in Jazan’s fish markets,…

RIYADH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman received a written message from President Ismail Omar Guelleh of Djibouti. The message is pertaining to further improving bilateral relations between the two countries.Ambassador of Djibouti to the Kingdom and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps Dya-Eddine Bamakhrama handed the message to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji during a meeting at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh on Sunday.During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral ties between Saudi Arabia and Djibouti. They also discussed the latest regional and international developments. Source: Saudi Gazette

RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) forecasts continued rainfall of varying intensity across most regions of Saudi Arabia until Saturday. The forecast is based on outputs from the Saudi numerical weather model, with the NCM releasing an animated map illustrating the expected movement and intensity of the rain. The NCM has warned that rainfall could be accompanied by high-speed winds reaching 60 km/h, hail, high waves in coastal areas and flash floods. Starting Sunday evening, rainfall is expected to affect Makkah, Asir, Al-Baha, Madinah, Qassim, and the Northern Borders regions, with the heaviest downpours forecast over Taif in…

Governor of Madinah Region Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz received at his office Director of Civil Defense in Madinah Region Major General Ali bin Abdullah Al-Qarni. During the meeting, the governor reviewed the Civil Defense Directorate’s annual report, including performance indicators and efforts in safety and prevention, development initiatives, and service improvement. The meeting also covered ongoing preparations for Hajj season 1447 AH, including field plans and precautionary measures to ensure the safety of pilgrims. The governor affirmed the importance of enhancing readiness and raising the level of coordination among relevant entities, particularly during the Hajj season, to strengthen the protection…

MAKKAH — Hajj Security Forces arrested an Egyptian resident for violating Hajj regulations by transporting two fellow Egyptian residents through concealed compartments inside a freight vehicle and attempting to enter Makkah and remain there without a Hajj permit. They were referred to the Public Prosecution after taking the necessary legal measures.The General Directorate of Public Security urged all the people to comply with Hajj regulations and guidelines for the Hajj of 2026 and cooperate with relevant authorities to ensure the security and safety of pilgrims. It affirmed that violators will face statutory penalties. The directorate urged the public to report…