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‘US circulates draft UN resolution calling for immediate truce in Gaza’
"Of course, we stand with Israel and its right to defend itself... but at the same time, it's imperative that the civilians who are in harm's way and who are suffering so terribly -– that we focus on them, that we make them a priority, protecting the civilians, getting them...
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Syria, Ukraine join as Arab League Summit kicks off
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad returns to Arab League Summit, which confronts conflicts across the Middle East and beyond, including the war in Ukraine. -
Saudi Arabia and Iran discuss ‘opportunities to develop and strengthen’ ties
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia and Iran have discussed ways to strengthen the ties between the two countries in a meeting between the kingdom's Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan and the Islamic Republic's Economy Minister Ehsan Khandouzi. The meeting took place on Friday in Jeddah on the sidelines of the Islamic... -
World’s longest submarine cable lands in Jeddah, Yanbu
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia -- Center3, a connectivity company owned by stc Group, and Meta Company announced on Tuesday the landing of the world's longest submarine cable project at two of the four planned landing sites in Saudi Arabia: Jeddah and Yanbu. The project, a part of the 2Africa subsea... -
Saudi evacuation party brings 65 Iranians from Sudan
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - The first Iranian evacuees to escape the Sudan conflict through Saudi Arabia arrived on Saturday in Jeddah, relieved that their country has settled its differences with the regional rival. The 65 Iranians were among about 1,900 people on the latest boat to arrive from Port Sudan as... -
Uzbekistan, IsDB ink pacts worth US$396.7m for infrastructure, education
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) President and Group Chairman Dr. Muhammad Al-Jasser and Uzbekistan Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade Laziz Kudratov have signed three financing agreements for the development of infrastructure and social services in the Central Asian country. These agreements aim to promote sustainable economic... -
‘Nightmare’: Sudan evacuees fear for those left behind
On Wednesday, after a harrowing overland journey and overnight boat trip across the Red Sea, Sudan evacuees who have fled to Saudi Arabia, grateful to have survived but wracked with guilt and worry for those the left behind. The fighting in Sudan pits forces loyal to army chief Abdel Fattah... -
Ship carrying civilians evacuated from Sudan arrives in Saudi Arabia
A boat carrying Saudi citizens and other nationals rescued from battle-scarred Sudan arrived in Jeddah, Saudi state television said, in the first announced evacuation of civilians since fighting began. "The first evacuation vessel from Sudan has arrived, carrying 50 (Saudi) citizens and a number of nationals from friendly countries," the... -
Saudi Arabia and Netherlands discuss export of clean hydrogen to Europe
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands have discussed the possibility of exporting clean hydrogen from the kingdom to Europe. In this regard, Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz Bin Salman met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Netherlands Wopke Hoekstra in Jeddah. The meeting also... -
Saudi Crown Prince meets astronauts prior to their space trip
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz on Monday met the Saudi astronauts: Rayana Bernawi, Ali Al-Qarni, Mariam Fardous and Ali Al-Ghamdi before the launch of the kingdom’s scientific mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The Crown Prince welcomed the crew of the scientific... -
Jeddah meeting: Call for Arab role in resolving Syrian crisis, easing Asad’s isolation
Syria was suspended from the Arab League in 2011 over Assad's brutal crackdown of pro-democracy protests. But on Wednesday, in the latest sign of an easing in tensions with Damascus, Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad arrived in Jeddah, the first such visit since the war began. -
Syria’s return to Arab fold: Shifting Mideast diplomacy takes center stage in Jeddah talks today
Friday's nine-nation talks in Jeddah, the Red Sea gateway to Mecca, come after Syria's foreign minister arrived on a previously unannounced visit - the first since the outbreak of the country's civil war in 2011. -
Arab meet: Middle East peace, ending Syria isolation key issues
Friday's nine-nation talks in Jeddah come after Syria's foreign minister arrived on a previously unannounced visit -- the first since the outbreak of the country's civil war in 2011. It was one in a flurry of events that were nearly unthinkable before Saudi Arabia and Iran announced to restore ties. -
Iran officials to visit Saudi Arabia on April 14 ahead of reopening diplomatic missions
Iran's foreign ministry said a delegation will visit Saudi Arabia by April 14 to pave the way for reopening its diplomatic missions there following a similar move by Riyadh. The announcement comes a day after a Saudi delegation arrived in Tehran and follows a historic meeting between the two Gulf... -
New national carrier part of Saudi bid to become a business, tourism magnet
This month Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, unveiled Riyadh Air, the new airline which is intended to transform the capital into "a gateway to the world." -
Saudi to create new airline in pursuit of 100 destinations goal by 2030
The Gulf kingdom is pursuing ambitious aviation goals as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's wide-ranging "Vision 2030" reform agenda, including more than tripling annual traffic to 330 million passengers by the end of the decade. It also wants to move up to five million tons of cargo each... -
OIC holds meeting on escalating Israeli aggression against the Palestinians
The meeting will deliberate on the current situation in occupied Palestinian territories, especially killings of 11 Palestinian citizens in Nablus. -
Events keep hotel occupancy high in Saudi Arabia
Over the next decade, the Kingdom's tourism industry is projected to develop at an annual rate of 11 percent, making it the region's fastest-growing tourism market. -
MODON to build and operate 14 warehouses in Jeddah
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--The Saudi Authority for Industrial Property and Technology Zones (MODON) signed yesterday a partnership agreement to establish, develop and operate 14 warehouses with flexible spaces in the First Industrial City in Jeddah. Equipped with smart and automated systems, the warehouses are expected to provide fast and temporary logistical... -
Jeddah to showcase Uzbekistan’s ‘cultural heritage’ at Biennale
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia--Jeddah will host the first Islamic arts event from 23rd January to 23rd April 23, 2023, which will feature 17 exhibits from Uzbekistan. The event is organized by the Diriyah Biennale Foundation in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture of Saudi Arabia. The event aims at “connecting the... -
Yemeni Govt, IsDB, SPDRY launch economic empowerment program in Yemen
The agreement aims to establish a general framework for activating development in Yemen and addressing challenges related to agricultural production chains. -
VOX Cinemas unveils debut slate of original Arabic films
Diverse line-up of movies features local stories from new and established storytellers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon and UAE. -
Saudi Airport to build a new airport in capital Riyadh
Saudi Arabia announced plans for a new airport in Riyadh while advancing the kingdom's ambitious aviation goals. The airport, set to accommodate 120 million travelers by 2030 and 185 million travelers by 2050, will be named after 86-year-old King Salman and was announced by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. -
Ibn Khaneen: First Saudi driver to compete in FIA WTCR 2022 series
He will become the 91st driver to race in the WTCR. He will drive an Audi RS3 with Comtoyou Team Audi Sport. -
Saudi Arabia storm closes schools, cuts main road to Makkah
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia---Heavy rains in the Saudi coastal city of Jeddah on Thursday delayed flights, forced school suspensions and closed the road to Makkah, Islam's holiest city, state media reported. Jeddah, a city of roughly four million people positioned on the Red Sea, is often referred to as the "gateway... -
Saudi Crown Prince launches program to make KSA investment hub
Saudi Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Council for Economic and Development Affairs Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz announced the launch of the Global Supply Chain Resilience Initiative. GSCRI aims to make Saudi Arabia a location of choice for leading global industrial companies looking to improve business... -
King Abdulaziz University best in Arab world in QS World Rankings
QS World University Rankings is an annual publication of university rankings by Quacquarelli Symonds. -
Saudi Arabia and S. Africa to deepen ties in several fields
The agreement would result in partnership in encouraging direct investment, communications and information technology, exploring the establishment of a joint investment fund between the two nations. -
Middle East region now has a new address for business centers: Downtown
Close to 200 years after the business hub of New York City was named as downtown, the word has entered the lexicon of business and commerce in the Middle East, with many areas being referred to by it. -
For Saudi fan, road to World Cup is a desert trek
Wearing a wide-brim hat and a backpack to which Abdullah Alsulmi'd affixed Saudi and Qatari flags, he said: "I consider myself like a Qatari who is very interested in this World Cup and its success." -
OIC new mechanism to settle investment disputes
The OIC, a 57 member body, has been working on a mechanism for the investment dispute redressal among member states for years now. -
Saudi Crown Prince meets minister of defense, commanders
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz expressed his appreciation for the progress achieved in the implementation of the ministry's development program. -
OIC Secretary General meets US Ambassador-at-large for religious freedom
The two discussed ties between OIC and the United States in view of the strategic dialogue meetings which took place in Washington last May were reviewed. -
OIC calls on international community to stand firm with Rohingyas
The organization has also called for ensuring favourable conditions for the safe, voluntary, dignified, and sustainable return of all Rohingya refugees to their homeland. -
Flyadeal adds A320neo to fleet
It raises Saudi low-cost airline's fleet strength to 26. -
Agthia 2021 acquisitions worth $630m
The Group is planning a new acquisition in Egypt. -
Saudi Arabia, Jordan review border security cooperation
Saudi Arabia and Jordan explored enhancing security cooperation in border security, developing human resources and training, and exchanging experiences. Border Guard officials of Saudi Arabia and Jordan discussed it in the 11th meeting held between them at the headquarters of Jeddah Academy of Maritime Sciences & Security Studies. Saudi Arabia's... -
Security and stability remain key focus of the region
In a joint statement following the summit -- attended the GCC member states, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq and the US -- the leaders also vowed to enhance regional cooperation and integration, and build joint projects to achieve sustainable development and collectively address the climate challenges. -
Reaching out without walking back? Biden begins delicate Saudi trip
Biden appears ready to re-engage with Saudi Arabia that has been a key strategic ally of the United States for decades. -
Saudi Arabia begins compensation for Jeddah clearance project
Saudi Arabia has begun compensating residents who lost property to a massive redevelopment project in the coastal city of Jeddah that has spurred rare expressions of public anger, state media said. "The delivery of the first batch of compensation for the removed properties has begun," the official Saudi Press Agency... -
Agthia eyes KSA expansion
The company to set up a manufacturing facility in Jeddah. -
Saudi King leaves hospital in Jeddah after one week
Saudi Arabia's King Salman has left the hospital one week after being admitted for tests, state media reported. Video broadcast by the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) late Sunday showed the 86-year-old monarch walking out of King Faisal Specialist Hospital in the coastal city of Jeddah, using a cane and... -
Saudi King Salman to stay in hospital after colonoscopy
On Sunday afternoon doctors performed a colonoscopy “and the result was sound”, the Saudi Press Agency later said. -
Jeddah airport picks new acting CEO
Ayman Aboabah was appointed after the airport witnessed chaos. -
Jeddah Yacht Club Marina Zone all set for Jeddah Season 2022
Jeddah Yacht Club Marina zone will receive on Sunday the visitors to the Jeddah Season 2022 with a variety of restaurants and cafes overlooking the waterfront. -
Saudi real estate rides high on positive sentiment
Saudi Arabia's real estate sector continues to show promising signs, with increasing tourist numbers, consumers returning to retail stores, and more demand for office space. -
Jeddah Season 2022 kicks off in Saudi Arabia
This year's Jeddah Season is expected to feature international events and artistic and theatrical performances, Arab and international art concerts, games, and entertainment cities. -
Demolitions in Jeddah cause anguish in residents
The Saudi doctor still had 15 years left on the loan he used to build his family's "dream" home in Jeddah when bulldozers razed it to the ground, turning his life into "hell". -
Nahdi posts $226million profit
The Jeddah-based pharma retailer plans to float 30 percent of its capital. -
MAWANI signs pact with Bahri to build logistics park
The Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI) signed an agreement with shipping giant Bahri to build and operate an integrated logistics park on land leased at the Jeddah Islamic Port with a total area of 95436m2. President of MAWANI Omar Talal Hariri and Eng. Abdullah Ali Aldubaikhi, CEO of Bahri signed the... -
Dutch police arrest man over Saudi embassy shooting
The 40-year-old suspect was detained in Zoetermeer, 16 kilometres (10 miles) from the Hague, about eight hours after the shooting at 6am (0500 GMT).