Author: Editorial Team
JEDDAH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman have sent cables in reply, expressing their thanks to Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha and the successful completion of this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. Earlier, the Minister of Interior had sent a cable of thanks to the King and the Crown Prince, expressing appreciation for their tremendous efforts in ensuring the success of this year’s Hajj operation. The cable was sent on behalf of the…
RIYADH — The General Directorate of Narcotics Control seized 845,087 amphetamine tablets hidden inside cardboard sheets in the Eastern Province. A Saudi citizen, the intended recipient of the consignment, was arrested in Taif. The seizure was part of the Ministry of Interior’s efforts to combat narcotics and its work to monitor smuggling and trafficking activities that target the Kingdom’s security and its youth. Security authorities urged citizens and expatriates to report any information they may have regarding drug smuggling or trafficking activities by calling the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, the number…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a written message from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov regarding issues of common interest to the two countries. Deputy Minister for International Multilateral Affairs and General Supervisor of the Economic and Development Affairs Deputyship Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Rassi received the message during a meeting with Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Saudi Arabia Sergey Kozlov at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh today. The meeting also included a review of bilateral relations and a discussion of regional and international issues. Source: Riyadh Daily
RIYADH — Al Shabab FC have extended the contract of captain Yannick Carrasco until the summer of 2027, keeping the Belgian international at the club for an additional season. Carrasco originally joined Al Shabab from Atlético Madrid during the summer transfer window of 2023 on a three-year deal. The two parties have now reached an agreement to prolong his stay through the 2026-27 campaign. Since arriving in Riyadh, Carrasco has established himself as one of Al Shabab’s most influential players, combining leadership qualities with attacking output and bringing extensive experience from both European and international football. The Belgian winger has…
AUSTIN, Texas — Saudi Arabia national football team launched the final phase of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, holding their first training session in Austin, Texas. The Green Falcons trained at the facilities of Austin FC under the supervision of head coach Georgios Donis as preparations intensified ahead of the tournament. Players were divided into two groups during the session, with those who started in Saudi Arabia’s recent friendly against Ecuador national football team undergoing recovery exercises in the gym and on the pitch. The remaining players completed a full training session that began with…
Amid an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and a few other countries, the UAE health ministry has issued an advisory to residents, warning against misinformation on the disease. Authorities in the UAE — namely the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) — have reassured the public that the public health situation in the UAE remains stable. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Residents have been advised not to travel to three Ebola-hit countries, Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo, and South…
As part of the Ministry of Interior’s efforts to combat drug smuggling and promotion networks targeting the Kingdom’s security, the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) has foiled an attempt to smuggle 845,087 amphetamine pills concealed within cardboard sheets in Eastern Region. The intended recipient, a Saudi national, was arrested in Taif Governorate. Security authorities urged the public to report any activities related to drug smuggling or trafficking by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, and 999 in other regions, or via the GDNC hotline 995 and email 995@gdnc.gov.sa. They emphasized that all reports will be treated with…
MADINAH — The Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) is providing emergency medical and humanitarian services to pilgrims as they visit the Prophet’s Mosque and other key religious sites across Madinah. Ambulance units have been strategically deployed at the Prophet’s Mosque, its courtyards, and other high-density locations to ensure rapid response to emergencies and the timely delivery of medical care. Ahmed Al-Zahrani, Director of the SRCA branch in Madinah Region, said ambulance teams are operating around the clock to provide emergency medical services to pilgrims and visitors throughout their stay in the city. The measures are designed to enhance response times…
RIYADH — The Kremlin announced that Saudi Arabia will be the main guest of honor at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2026, which runs from June 3 to June 6. This high-level participation coincides with the 100th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between Russia and Saudi Arabia. The Russian presidency confirmed that Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman will lead a high-level delegation comprising senior government officials, representatives from major national institutions and companies, most notably Saudi Aramco. Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef includes among the members of the delegation. The forum, under…
The prestigious Venice Art Biennale is all about — well, prestige — but also symbolism and soft power. Few things in Venice say ‘you have arrived’ more than having a space inside the much sought-after Giardini, one of the two main historic venues of the Venice Biennale where most influential national pavilions are nestled. From here, all radical art action pushes outwards into the farther reaches of the island city of Venice. During the biennale in May (the world’s oldest and biggest art carnival takes place every two years), the usually touristy La Serenissima itself becomes a living exhibition, with the Giardini as its…