Author: Editorial Team
NAJRAN — Najran police arrested 12 expatriates on charges of engaging in prostitution in a residential apartment in the city. The arrests were made in a security operation held in coordination with the General Directorate for Communal Security and Combating Human Trafficking. The Public Security said in a statement on Sunday that legal procedures were completed against the suspects and they were referred to the Public Prosecution for further action. Source: Saudi Gazette
In light of the continued commitment of the OPEC and non-OPEC Participating Countries in the Declaration of Cooperation (DoC) to achieve and sustain a stable oil market, the participating countries decided to: Reaffirm the Framework of the Declaration of Cooperation, signed on December 10, 2016 and further endorsed in subsequent meetings. Reaffirm the level of overall crude oil production for OPEC and non-OPEC Participating Countries in the DoC as agreed in the 38th OPEC and non-OPEC Ministerial Meeting until December 31, 2026. Reaffirm the mandate of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) to closely review global oil market conditions, oil production levels, and…
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said the United States will ensure the destruction of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile regardless of whether a diplomatic agreement is reached with Tehran. In an interview with NBC News aired Sunday, Trump said Washington would either remove and destroy the material as part of an agreement or take military action if negotiations fail. “We’ll take it out and destroy it, whether it’s on-site or whether we take it off-site,” Trump said. He added that the United States would act “with them, or without them.” Trump warned that if no agreement is reached, the US…
PIF and Talaat Moustafa Group Saudi for Real Estate Development (TMG), today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to explore opportunities, cooperate and collaborate in mixed-use real estate projects at developments owned by PIF and its projects across Saudi Arabia. By leveraging PIF’s extensive investment capabilities, scale, and ecosystem, alongside TMG’s track record in delivering integrated mixed used developments, the parties aim to unlock opportunities across the residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail sectors, as well as integrated urban environments. The MoU would further accelerate project delivery and value creation for PIF and its projects. TMG brings extensive…
RIYADH — Seven OPEC+ countries have agreed to increase their combined crude oil output targets by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) in July. This is the same as the June hike, which was adjusted down from monthly increases of 206,000 bpd in May and April to take into account the UAE exit. The decision was taken by the countries—Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman—during their virtual meeting held on Sunday to review global market conditions and outlook. This increase marks the fourth monthly quota hike under the group’s phased unwinding of voluntary supply cuts, though the physical…
Yalla Group Limited (“Yalla” or the “Company”) (NYSE: YALA), the largest Middle East and North Africa (MENA)-based online social networking and gaming company, today announced the successful conclusion of its integrated participation in Saudi eLeague 2026 (SEL 2026), including the Championship Festival Finals held in Riyadh and the Yalla Saudi eLeague Women 2026 presented by Yalla Group. As the Official Event Partner of SEL 2026 and Presenting Partner of Yalla Saudi eLeague Women 2026, Yalla Group played an active role throughout the season, reinforcing its long-term commitment to supporting the growth of esports, gaming communities and digital entertainment ecosystems across…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Health has launched a campaign to ensure the reliability of medical examinations conducted for expatriate workers, warning that violations may incur fines of up to SR100,000. The initiative aims to enhance healthcare quality, ensure the accuracy of medical examination results, strengthen compliance with approved health regulations, and safeguard public health. The campaign focuses on verifying adherence to approved examination procedures, ensuring laboratory equipment is properly calibrated and maintained, confirming the competency of technical staff, and preventing practices that could compromise the integrity of test results. Violations may also result in the closure of a healthcare…
The Prophet’s Mosque Library has opened its doors to pilgrims arriving in Madinah after completing their Hajj, giving international guests access to its extensive scholarly resources and educational services in a quiet, tranquil environment. As one of the oldest endowed libraries in the Islamic world, the facility serves as a centuries-old repository of knowledge for researchers, students, and intellectuals. The main library is situated on the western side of the mosque near Staircase 10, while dedicated facilities for female researchers are located on the northern side near Gate 24 and the northwestern side near Gate 12. The library houses an exceptional scholarly…
A new humanitarian aid convoy from King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) arrived in the Gaza Strip yesterday carrying food baskets as part of the Saudi popular campaign to support the Palestinian people in the Strip. The Saudi Center for Culture and Heritage, KSrelief’s implementing partner in the Gaza Strip, received the aid shipment. Its field teams are working to distribute the assistance to the most vulnerable families in displacement camps and shelters. The aid delivery is part of Saudi Arabia’s continued humanitarian support through KSrelief for the Palestinian people amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. It…
LONDON — US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday warned that Europe faces what he described as an “invasion” linked to migration, as he marked the 82nd anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy during World War II. Speaking at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, Hegseth echoed criticism frequently voiced by the Trump administration regarding migration policies in Europe. “Sadly, today, different European beaches are stormed by different, dangerous ideologies,” Hegseth said, referring to migrants arriving by sea in countries including Spain, Italy, Greece and Bulgaria. “When will European capitals do something about that invasion, or is it too late?…