Author: Editorial Team

MOSCOW — US President Donald Trump plans to meet on Monday with key national security advisors as Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed Washington for the failure of talks this month in the Pakistani capital aimed at reaching a deal to end the war that has engulfed the Middle East and strangled the global economy. Iran’s top diplomat made the remarks after landing in Russia where he is expected to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putinas part of a whirlwind diplomatic tour. In a sign that backchannel efforts were ongoing, the Fars news agency said Iran had passed “written messages”…

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Masam Project for clearing mines in Yemen removed 1,273 mines during the fourth week of April across various regions of the country, including 105 anti-tank mines, 3 anti-personnel mines, 1,157 unexploded ordnance items, and 8 improvised explosive devices. This brings the total number of mines removed during April so far to 5,818, and to 557,007 since the launch of the Masam Project, which targets mines planted indiscriminately across Yemeni territories, posing a threat to civilians, including children, women, and the elderly. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues, through its humanitarian arm, KSrelief, its efforts…

MANAMA — Bahrain has revoked the nationality of 69 individuals, including dependents, under a decision targeting people accused of acts deemed harmful to the Kingdom’s security and stability. According to the Bahrain News Agency, the measure was issued in line with directives of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to take necessary action against those accused of treason or undermining national security. The move also follows directives from Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to preserve the Kingdom’s security and stability. Authorities said the decision was taken under Article 10(3) of Bahrain’s Citizenship Law, which…

RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) has urged all carriers in the Kingdom to fully comply with the prohibition on transporting violators of Hajj regulations and instructions to Makkah or the holy sites. These include holders of all types of visit visas and individuals without a Hajj permit or an entry permit to Makkah for residents for work or housing purposes, until the end of Dhul Hijjah 14, corresponding to May 31. The directive comes within the framework of integrated national efforts and in implementation of the Ministry of Interior’s announcements on regulations and instructions aimed at organizing crowd…

On a sunny April morning in Dubai, Himani Samtani, 20, checks her phone for the day’s orders for Chazen Matcha, her home pickup cafe in Al Mankhool. Within minutes, she’s whisking matcha in her designated prep space, the rhythmic motion of the chasen against the bowl becoming her version of meditation. “Whisking matcha is something I really love doing. It feels like my Zen,” she says. “That’s also why I named it ‘Chazen.’” Like Samtani, a growing number of young founders are turning their passion into full-fledged business models, with Dubai’s residential neighbourhoods, such as Al Khawaneej, Al Barsha South…

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 1,500 cartons of dates in Khartoum State, Sudan, benefiting 11,647 individuals, as part of the Madad initiative in Sudan for 2026. This comes within the framework of the relief efforts provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through KSrelief to alleviate the suffering of the Sudanese people amid the humanitarian crisis they are facing. Source: Riyadh Daily

RIYADH — Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held phone calls on Monday with Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani; Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman Badr bin Hamad bin Hamoud Al Busaidi; and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs of Egypt Dr. Badr Abdel-Aty.During these calls, they discussed the latest regional developments and joint efforts to establish security and support stability in the region. Source: Saudi Gazette

ARAR — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah toured Al-Haditha and Jadidat Arar border crossings to review workflow and preparations for receiving and serving pilgrims arriving to perform Hajj. The minister was accompanied by President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, Governor of the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) Suhail Abanmi and Acting Director General of Passports Saleh Al-Murabba during the tour. The minister and the high ranking officials assessed operational readiness and services provided at both crossings, reviewed procedures for receiving pilgrims, and evaluated the smooth flow of movement to ensure efficient, high-quality…

 The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) launched today in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, a program titled “Analyzing Extremist and Hate Speech in Digital Media – Tools and Smart Countering Technologies,” as part of its strategic media initiative “Peace Journalists Initiative.” The program includes 30 trainees from among media professionals and individuals interested in media affairs. Its launch is part of IMCTC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the role of media in countering extremist and hate speech and to build media awareness capable of addressing rapidly evolving intellectual challenges in the digital environment. This supports social stability and fosters a culture of peace. The…

MAKKAH — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb inspected the readiness of hospitality facilities and temporary accommodations designated for pilgrims during the Hajj season, reviewing the level of services provided to pilgrims at their residences. The tour included hospitality facilities and temporary accommodations across Makkah. He assessed operational procedures, facility preparedness, and the services offered to pilgrims. This contributes to enhancing service quality within accommodation facilities. During the tour, Al-Khateeb met with trained tourism personnel serving pilgrims and reviewed their readiness and role in delivering services. This reflects the impact of the ministry’s training and qualification programs aimed at empowering national…