saudi arabia

Saudi Arabia Condemns Netanyahu’s Palestinian State Proposal

10 Feb 2025

Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s suggestion that the kingdom’s land could be used to establish a Palestinian state, Al Jazeera reported. In a statement, the Saudi Foreign Ministry accused Netanyahu of trying to divert attention from Israel’s ongoing actions in Gaza, which it described as...

Saudi Arabia Unveils First Luxury Train ‘Dream of the Desert’

29 Jan 2025

Saudi Arabia Railways, in partnership with Italian hospitality company Arsenale, unveiled the final design of Dream of the Desert, a first-of-its-kind five-star luxury train in the Middle East. According to reports from the Saudi Press Agency, the achievement was the result of the said two companies signing an agreement last...

Saudi Arabia Enlists Hans Zimmer to Reimagine National Anthem

24 Jan 2025

Saudi Arabia is commissioning a new version of its national anthem, by an Oscar-winning composer, Hans Zimmer, in line with the current efforts by the kingdom to reshape its international status. According to Turki Alalshikh, chair of the General Entertainment Authority, Zimmer had agreed to "broad outlines" of the project....

Saudi Plans to Monetize Uranium Enrichment, to Pdocuse ‘Yellowcake’

13 Jan 2025

Saudi Arabia plans to monetize all minerals, including uranium, as part of its broader economic diversification efforts, Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman announced on Monday at a conference in Dhahran. The minister emphasized the kingdom’s intention to enrich uranium and produce "yellowcake," a powdered concentrate used in nuclear...

Saudi Arabia Allegedly Pressures Florida Retiree to Give Up US Citizenship After Arrest

07 Jan 2025

Saudi Arabia has pressured a Florida retiree, Saad Almadi, to renounce his American citizenship. Officials detained the 74-year-old after he posted tweets critical of the kingdom’s crown prince. According to Almadi’s son, Ibrahim, the kingdom also banned his father from leaving despite releasing him from prison. Forced to Sign Documents...

Syria New Leader Visits Saudi Arabia In A High-Level Diplomatic Visit, Eyes New Beginnings

02 Jan 2025

Syria's Foreign Minister Assaad al-Shibani expressed hopes for a "new, bright page" in relations with Saudi Arabia during his visit to the kingdom on Wednesday. This marks the first foreign trip by Syria's new leadership, following their rise to power last month. Accompanied by Defence Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra and...

Aamir Khan, Emily Blunt to Be Honored at Red Sea Film Festival

03 Dec 2024

The 2024 Red Sea Film Festival will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from December 5 to 14. It will honor Bollywood legend Aamir Khan and Oscar-nominated actress Emily Blunt. Egyptian cinema icon Mona Zaki, previously announced, will also receive the prestigious award, as per Deadline. Celebration of Talent on...

Atif Aslam Clarifies Viral Claim About Avoiding Saudi Arabia Concerts

14 Nov 2024

Renowned singer and actor Atif Aslam, a prominent figure in the Pakistani entertainment industry, has clarified a statement circulating on social media that he allegedly refused to perform in Saudi Arabia due to the proximity of religious sites. The singer addressed the claim after it gained widespread attention and praise...

Report: Saudi Arabia 2034 FIFA World Cup Bid Creates Human Rights Issues Raising Concern

13 Nov 2024

Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup has faced significant opposition from human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and the Sport and Rights Alliance (SRA), who have raised concerns about the potential for human rights violations. While Saudi Arabia has made strides in becoming a growing force...

Al-Natah: The 4,000-Year-Old Hidden Gem In Saudi Arabia’s Oasis Discovered

03 Nov 2024

A remarkable archaeological discovery in northwest Saudi Arabia has revealed the remains of a fortified town dating back 4,000 years, providing significant insights into the transition from nomadic to urban lifestyles among ancient peoples. The site, known as al-Natah, is nestled within Khaybar's lush oasis, a verdant area surrounded by...

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