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BEIRUT — Simon Karam will head Lebanon’s delegation in bilateral negotiations with Israel, the Lebanese presidency announced Monday. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the presidency said the Lebanese delegation will be led by Karam, a former ambassador to the United States. The presidency said the talks aim to halt hostilities, end the Israeli occupation of southern Lebanese areas, and deploy the Lebanese army along the internationally recognized southern border. “No one else will participate on Lebanon’s behalf or take its place in this mission,” the presidency said, underscoring that the delegation has sole authority to represent…
The Saudi Assistant Minister of Finance for Macro-Fiscal Policies and International Relations, Mr. Abdullah A. BinZaraah, participatedon in the G7 Finance Outreach Session entitled, “New International Partnerships: the Case of Critical Minerals,” on the sidelines of the 2026 International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG) Spring Meetings held in Washington, D.C. During the session, Assistant Minister highlighted that the role of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) must evolve from financiers of individual projects to architects of ecosystems by supporting early-stage exploration, crowding in private capital through innovative instruments, and anchoring long-term industrial development within producing countries. He emphasized that…
JEDDAH — Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open to navigation during a phone call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. He emphasized the need to serve the interests of regional countries and the international community while supporting lasting stability in the region. During the call, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Xi reviewed the strategic relations between Saudi Arabia and China, as well as existing areas of cooperation and ways to strengthen and expand ties across multiple sectors. The two leaders also discussed the latest regional developments and their security and…
DOHA — Qatar Civil Aviation Authority said Monday it will allow the gradual resumption of foreign airlines’ operations through Hamad International Airport following a comprehensive safety assessment. The authority said it issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) announcing the move after coordination with relevant national entities to ensure operational readiness and operational efficiency. “All flights and related operations will be carried out in accordance with the highest internationally recognized safety and security standards,” the authority said. It added that all necessary measures and precautions have been implemented to protect passengers and aviation personnel. The announcement came as a two-week ceasefire…
The Ministry of Interior has warned against fake Hajj campaigns and unlicensed offices serving domestic pilgrims. The ministry called on all to avoid being misled by deceptive advertisements on various websites and platforms and to verify the legitimacy of licensed campaigns for domestic pilgrim services through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s website. It also urged the public to report violations of Hajj season regulations through the unified number 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, and 999 in the rest of the Kingdom’s regions. Source: Riyadh Daily
Lulu Retail officially marked a new milestone in its digital expansion with the grand launch of its ultra-fast delivery service ‘ Lulu Minutes ‘ in Saudi Arabia. Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu Group launched the ‘Lulu Minutes ‘ at Lulu Hypermarket, Avenue Mall, Al Murabba, Riyadh in the presence of Mohammed Haris, Director of Lulu Saudi Arabia, along with senior management officials and other dignitaries. This smart launch introduces the updated Lulu 2.0 app, enhancing a digital infrastructure that currently serves 10 key cities across the Kingdom through a network of 45 stores. The service is available in Riyadh, Dammam,…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has shut down 14 recruitment offices across the Kingdom for violating Labor Law regulations. The violations were detected during inspections carried out at recruitment offices and companies all over the Kingdom during the first quarter of 2026. The inspections were part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to regulate the recruitment sector, as well as to raise compliance levels, and protect the rights of all parties. The ministry revealed a number of violations requiring punitive measures against 14 recruitment offices. Three recruitment offices were immediately suspended, while the licenses of…
The Roads General Authority (RGA) has reinforced its road network monitoring capabilities through an integrated smart control center for road operation and maintenance, positioning it as a central component of traffic management during the Hajj season. The authority stated that the center plays a key role in improving infrastructure efficiency and traffic safety by leveraging advanced monitoring and control technologies, enabling rapid response to operational changes across the network. According to the RGA, the center supports real-time decision-making and facilitates coordination among relevant entities, contributing to smoother operations and enhanced safety for pilgrims. It is equipped with 50 AI-enabled cameras and staffed…
RIYADH — On behalf of Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman, Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Abdulrahman bin Mohammed attended the graduation ceremony of the 84th batch of cadets from King Abdulaziz Military Academy. The ceremony was held in the presence of senior military officials at the first military academy in the Kingdom. In his address, Commander of King Abdulaziz Military Academy Maj. Gen. Fahd Al-Qahiz welcomed the deputy defense minister and expressed his appreciation for patronizing the graduation ceremony of the 84th batch of cadets. The graduates completed their military and academic training. They received advanced instruction, including…
BRUSSELS — Saudi Arabia, the European Union (EU), and Norway co-chaired on Monday the ninth meeting of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, with the participation of representatives from 83 countries and international organizations. Saudi Arabia was represented at the meeting – hosted by the EU in partnership with the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Brussels – by Minister Plenipotentiary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Manal Radwan. In her speech, Radwan affirmed the Kingdom’s full support for the reform program led by the Palestinian government, as a step toward its return to the Gaza…