GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi received Kuwait’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, discussing Gulf cooperation and the upcoming GCC-Central Asia ministerial meeting in Kuwait.
Saudi Ministry of Interior imposes fines up to SAR100,000 on Hajj and Umrah firms failing to report pilgrims who overstay, reinforcing Vision 2030 governance.
The Arab Parliament, represented by Saad Al-Otaibi, participated in the IPU Standing Committee on Sustainable Development, discussing conflict mitigation and sustainable development.
Saudi Arabia hosts the Seventh Aerodrome Safety, Planning and Implementation Group meeting in Riyadh, highlighting its leadership in global aviation safety and Vision 2030.
Rain falls across Hail Region including Hail City and several governorates, with authorities indicating more rain is expected, per the Saudi Press Agency.
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation condemns the bombing of a journalists’ tent in Khan Younis, Gaza, calling for ICC and UNESCO action on press freedom.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce clarifies new trade name procedures under the Trade Names Law, allowing reservation without specifying entity type or activity.
Saudi Ambassador to Tunisia Dr. Abdulaziz bin Ali Al-Saqr hosts Eid Al-Fitr greeting ceremony in Tunis, strengthening diplomatic ties with Arab officials and Vision 2030 goals.
Federation of Arab Journalists condemns Israeli crimes against Palestinian journalists, calls for international accountability and sanctions. Read more on ksa.com.
The National Center for Meteorology will begin accepting applications for meteorological licenses and permits, advancing Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi launches the GCC-RDEP radiological data platform with the EU Joint Research Centre in Riyadh to boost regional emergency preparedness.
Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority conducted over 388,000 inspections across land, maritime, and rail sectors in March 2025, reinforcing safety and Vision 2030 goals.
The World Bank praises Saudi Arabia’s leadership in low-energy desalination, highlighting the Shuaiba-5 plant’s record efficiency and Vision 2030 alignment.
Saudi and Dutch foreign ministries held their fifth round of political consultations in The Hague, focusing on bilateral cooperation and regional issues.
Saudi Arabia participates in the 221st UNESCO Executive Board session in Paris, led by Dr. Abdulelah Al-Tokhais, highlighting Vision 2030 and global cooperation.
KSrelief distributes 460 food baskets in Lebanon’s Koura Region, benefiting 2,300 individuals as part of Saudi Arabia’s 2025 emergency food assistance project.
Saudi Arabia sets Dhul-Qa’dah 1 (April 29) as the final departure date for Umrah performers ahead of Hajj season. Ministry of Hajj and Umrah urges compliance.
KSrelief organized Eid al-Fitr activities for 1,000 orphaned Syrian refugee and Jordanian children in Jordan, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian commitment.
KSrelief distributes 6,181 vouchers to vulnerable individuals in Lebanon as part of Saudi Arabia’s 2025 urgent food aid and winter clothing project.
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman received a call from U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to discuss defense cooperation and regional stability.
KSrelief pumped over 45 million liters of water in Yemen’s Hajjah and Saadah governorates in February, delivering drinking water and sanitation aid to displaced families.
KSrelief signs agreement to provide monthly cash allowances to 1,000 orphans and empower 400 foster mothers in earthquake-affected northwestern Syria.
KSrelief’s mobile clinic in Yemen’s Hayran District provided medical services to 1,691 people in February, delivering care across multiple departments and dispensing medications.
Saudi Border Guard teams in Madinah rescued three citizens after their vessel broke down at sea, reaffirming maritime safety and emergency preparedness.
KSrelief has implemented 642 health sector projects in 53 countries, valued at over $1.44 billion, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s global humanitarian leadership.
A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck the Solomon Islands on April 8, 2025, 96 km from Lata at a depth of 56 km. No casualties or damage reported, per USGS and SPA.
National Center for Meteorology forecasts thunderstorms in Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha, Makkah and dust-stirring winds in Tabuk, Al-Jouf, Northern Borders on Tuesday.
Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority bans unlicensed grazing, permitting only licensed locals in designated areas to protect biodiversity.
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s Sumatra island on April 8, 2025. No casualties or damage reported. Saudi Arabia remains committed to global humanitarian cooperation.
Saudi Arabia’s Istitlaa platform opens public consultation on 27 economic and development projects with 15 government agencies, inviting feedback before approval.
National Water Company initiates 30 water and sanitation projects in Riyadh Region worth SAR2 billion, covering 1,955 km to boost water security and Vision 2030 goals.
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele receives SFD CEO Sultan Al-Marshad in Honiara to discuss development cooperation and sign first renewable energy agreement.
UN agencies issue urgent joint appeal for Gaza as blockade enters second month, calling for ceasefire renewal, civilian protection, aid access and hostage release.
Quail spotted near Arar confirms Northern Borders Region as a key migratory route, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s rich biodiversity and environmental stewardship under Vision 2030.
SASO Governor Saad Alkasabi leads an Asian tour to Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia to present Saudi Arabia’s product safety and conformity procedures.
The National Center for Wildlife announces the birth of five endangered Arabian sand gazelles at Buraidah Oasis, advancing Saudi Arabia’s conservation and Vision 2030 goals.
King Abdulaziz International Airport served 5.3 million passengers during peak Umrah season 1446 AH, handling 31,500 flights and 6.4 million bags.
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman received a call from Iraqi Minister of Defense Thabet Al-Abbasi to discuss military cooperation and regional security efforts.
Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, KSrelief Supervisor-General, met UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini in Riyadh to discuss Gaza aid and refugee support.
Saudi Vice Foreign Minister Eng. Waleed Elkhereiji met UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini in Riyadh to discuss cooperation and support for Palestine refugees.
The Royal Court announces the death of Prince Abdullah bin Musaed Al Abdulrahman Al Saud. Funeral prayer set for April 9 at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia will launch Environment Week 2025 on April 20 under the slogan “Our Environment is a Treasure,” mobilizing public, private, and non-profit sectors for sustainability.
Saudi Vice Minister of Interior Dr. Nasser Al-Dawood received Iraqi Ambassador Safia Taleb Al Souhail in Riyadh to discuss mutual interests and bilateral ties.
Assistant Speaker Dr. Hanan Al-Ahmadi met Italian Senate Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee Chair Senator Stefania Craxi to strengthen parliamentary ties.
KSrelief’s Masam project removed 543 explosive devices in Yemen during the first week of April 2025, including 511 unexploded ordnance, 23 anti-tank mines, six anti-personnel mines, and three IEDs.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrives in Washington for an official visit to meet U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and discuss regional issues.
KSrelief mobile clinics in Yemen’s Al-Khawkhah served 13,998 beneficiaries in February, providing vital medical care across multiple specialties.
SDRPY completes first phase of Al Abr Road rehabilitation in Yemen, enhancing safety and connectivity for over 11 million people through Saudi-led development.
KSrelief mobile clinics provided healthcare to 488 beneficiaries at Yemen’s Waalan IDP camp in February, delivering essential medical services across multiple departments.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah warns pilgrims against unofficial channels, urging use of official visas, Nusuk Hajj, and approved booking platforms.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development achieves a 93% reduction in labor office visits through its Virtual Branch platform on Qiwa, aligning with Vision 2030 digital goals.
Saudi Arabia’s General Department of Traffic reminds drivers that only ten days remain to get a 50% discount on traffic fines incurred before April 18, 2024.
Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology begins enforcing the new Meteorology Law, requiring licenses for weather services and ensuring data accuracy.
The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve welcomes the first sand gazelle birth of the 2025 spring season, bringing total births to 94 since its 2022 rewilding launch.
The OIC Media Observatory documented 2,725 Israeli crimes against Palestinians in the first week of April 2025, including the Dar Al-Arqam school bombing that killed 31.
Official Saudi weather forecast for Wednesday, April 9, 2025: dust-stirring winds in Tabuk, Al-Jouf, Northern Borders; thunderstorms in Makkah, Riyadh, and more.
A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck West New Britain, Papua New Guinea, on April 9, 2025. No casualties reported. Saudi Press Agency cites USGS data.
A 4.2-magnitude earthquake struck Gümüşhane, northern Türkiye, on April 9, 2025. No casualties reported; AFAD monitors the situation.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman receives a verbal message from Liberia’s President Boakai on enhancing bilateral cooperation and regional dialogue.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a call from Pakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar to discuss bilateral relations and joint cooperation prospects.
Joint Forces Commander Lt. Gen. Fahd bin Hamad Al-Salman met French Ambassador to Yemen Catherine Corm-Kammoun in Riyadh to discuss issues of common interest.
Makkah ranked 39th globally in the 2025 IMD Smart City Index, second in Saudi Arabia after Riyadh. The recognition highlights digital transformation under Vision 2030.
KSrelief provided 5,173 medical services to 2,098 patients in Lebanon’s Akkar Region in March 2025, supporting Syrian refugees and host communities through the Beben Healthcare Center.
HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a call from French President Emmanuel Macron to review Saudi-French ties and regional stability efforts, SPA reports.
Saudi Foreign Ministry’s Makkah branch director receives Uzbek Consul General, formalizing consular exequatur and discussing bilateral interests in Jeddah.
KSrelief provided 5,173 medical services to 2,098 patients at Lebanon’s Akkar-Bebnine Health Center in March 2025, supporting Syrian refugees and the host community.
HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives call from UK PM Keir Starmer to review bilateral relations and enhance cooperation in line with Vision 2030.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington to discuss strategic ties and regional issues including Gaza, Sudan, Yemen, and Ukraine.
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait signed a civil aviation MoU to boost cooperation in safety, technology, and operations, supporting Vision 2030 and regional connectivity.
KSrelief delivered 25 tons of dates to Russia as a gift from Saudi Arabia, presented at the Saudi Embassy in Moscow to the Russian Muftis Council.
Recent rains transform Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region into a spring landscape with blooming yellow Arfaj blossoms, highlighting the Kingdom’s environmental conservation efforts.
King Khalid International Airport ranked 24th in Skytrax 2025 World Airport Awards, climbing 11 places and earning Best Airport Staff in the Middle East.
KSrelief-supported National Blood Bank in Mogadishu served 259 beneficiaries in March 2025, with 57% male and 43% female, continuing Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian aid.
KSrelief mobile medical clinics provided treatment to 954 beneficiaries in Yemen’s Hajjah Governorate in February 2025, delivering emergency, internal, and epidemic disease care.
National Center for Meteorology forecasts thunderstorms, hail, and dust-stirring winds across parts of Saudi Arabia on Thursday. Get the full details on regional and marine conditions.
Discover how Sidr trees in Najran symbolize life and heritage, supporting Saudi Arabia’s environmental goals and Vision 2030 through sustainable planting.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with U.S. National Security Advisor Michael Waltz at the White House to discuss strategic ties and cooperation.
The National Center for Wildlife released 25 endangered species, including Arabian oryx and sand gazelles, into the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve, advancing Saudi Green Initiative goals.
AlUla joins Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al-Khobar in the IMD Smart City Index 2025, highlighting Saudi Vision 2030 progress in AI-driven urban transformation.
Saudi Arabia hosts the first preparatory meeting for the 11th World Water Forum in Riyadh on April 14-15, 2025, highlighting its global leadership in water sustainability.
Reseda alba, an aromatic herb native to Saudi Arabia, is thriving in the Northern Borders Region, boosting biodiversity and supporting Vision 2030 environmental goals.
Saudi Ministry of Education inaugurates its pavilion at the 50th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, showcasing national talent and innovation.
The King Abdullah Humanitarian Foundation launches mobile clinics in Bangladesh, providing essential healthcare to remote riverine communities as part of a seven-country initiative.
Saudi Arabia’s Nazaha President Mazin Al-Kahmous met UNDP Resident Representative Nahid Hussein to boost cooperation in protecting integrity and combating corruption.
Dr. Ghazi Binzagr reviews final preparations for the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, showcasing Vision 2030 and over 700 cultural events.
Fareed bin Saad Al-Shahri, Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Branch in Makkah, received Russian Consul General Abakarov Yusup in Jeddah to discuss mutual interests and strengthen Saudi-Russian ties.
Saudi airports earn top honors in 2025 Skytrax World Airport Awards, with Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah recognized for excellence and passenger experience.
The King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority released 124 rare Houbara Bustards into the reserve’s natural habitat on April 10, 2025, in a major conservation and Vision 2030 milestone.
GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi met U.S. House Foreign Affairs Chair Brian Mast in Washington to discuss Gulf-U.S. ties, Gaza, and strategic cooperation.
KSrelief distributes 500 food baskets in Syria’s Aleppo Governorate, benefiting 2,400 individuals as part of Saudi Arabia’s 2025 humanitarian food project.
KSrelief provides new urgent medical supplies to Gaza’s Ministry of Health and UNRWA, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian commitment to the Palestinian people.
Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, KSrelief Supervisor-General, met Liberia’s Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti in Riyadh to discuss relief efforts and humanitarian cooperation.
KSrelief distributes 472 food baskets in Aden’s Al-Mansoura District, benefiting 3,304 individuals as part of Saudi Arabia’s 2025 Food Aid Distribution Project in Yemen.
SPA reports the return of wild mustard and rare plants to Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region, highlighting environmental recovery and Vision 2030 sustainability.
University of Tabuk participates in EDGEx 2025 International Education Exhibition, showcasing innovations and launching NetZero Innovation Center with NEOM and partners.
KSrelief distributes 220 clothing items in Damascus, Syria, benefiting 220 families as part of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing humanitarian aid project for the Syrian people.
The OIC strongly condemns deadly terrorist attacks in Burkina Faso, expressing solidarity with the government and calling for global action against extremism.
Sheikh Dr. Maher Al-Muaiqly, Imam of the Grand Mosque, emphasizes forgiveness and tolerance in Islam during Friday sermon in Makkah, aligning with Vision 2030.
Official Saudi weather forecast for Friday: thunderstorms, hail, and dust-stirring winds in Makkah, Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, Eastern, and Northern Borders regions.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrives in Antalya, Türkiye, for the expanded ministerial meeting of the Gaza Contact Group to discuss the latest developments.
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