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250,000 Pilgrims Arrive in Jeddah ahead of Umrah

Some 250,000 pilgrims from around the world have arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform the Umrah. They arrived at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport where they were provided with all the necessary services that would make their journey as smooth as possible. Director of passports at the facility Suleiman Al-Yusuf…

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Bolsonaro's legal woes deepen with undeclared diamond gifts

Undeclared diamond jewelry brought into Brazil from Saudi Arabia has deepened the legal jeopardy of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro

The Independent UK

Brazil's Bolsonaro turns in undeclared jewels to authorities

A representative of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro on Friday has handed a set of diamond jewelry over to a state bank, as ordered by a government watchdog and amid investigations into the president’s involvement in bringing the jewels from Saudi Arabia

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China’s latest diplomatic move will extend its trade, energy, financial and maritime power

China’s billions of dollars in global investments and infrastructure projects seem to be paying off politically and economically.

The Conversation

Why Saudi Arabia is not put off by its F1 critics

Formula 1 in Saudi Arabia has weathered a fair few storms, from sportswashing criticisms and concerns over human rights to the safety doubts after the missile attack at the race in 2022. On the eve of the event taking place last weekend, human rights group Reprieve issued a strongly worded…

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Saudi Arabia Allocates Sand, Landfill Site for Mining Activities

The Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources said on Thursday it will allocate the sand and landfill site in the Khulais Governorate, west of the Kingdom, which extends over an area of 39.6 square kilometers, for a mining complex. The ministry is working to develop the areas adjacent to…

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Moody's Changes Saudi PIF's Outlook to Positive

Moody's has changed its outlook on Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) from "stable" to "positive" and affirmed its long-term issuer and senior unsecured ratings at A1. According to the performance evaluation, the rating reflects PIF's standalone creditworthiness as expressed by a BCA of A1.

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Ranked! The 10 most capped men's internationals ever

More than 600 players have reached a century of games for their countries - here are the 10 most capped footballers

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Saudi Arabia and Syria ‘in talks to restore ties’

Saudi state television reports that the two countries are in talks to resume consular services.

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Iran Welcomes Gulf Ministerial Statement on Resumption of Relations with Saudi Arabia

Iranian Foreign Ministry welcomed the statement issued at the 155th GCC Ministerial Council on the resumption of relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Spokesman Nasser Kanaani expressed his country's aspirations for the agreement to be influential in promoting peace and stability in the region. Saudi Arabia and Iran announced earlier…

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Saudi FM Discusses Ties With Algerian, Cypriot Counterparts

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate talks with his Algerian and Cypriot counterparts over the phone. Prince Faisal congratulated the two officials on assuming their new position, and wished them all the success. They also reviewed bilateral relations and discussed regional and international developments of common…

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Saudi Arabia, Syria Discuss Resuming Consular Services

The Saudi Foreign Ministry revealed on Thursday that talks are ongoing with Syria over resuming consular services. A source at the ministry told Al-Ekhbariyah television that the talks stem from Riyadh’s keenness on facilitating the services for the Saudi and Syrian people. Officials from both countries are discussing the matter.…

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Saudi Arabia, Syria may restore ties as Mideast reshuffles

Saudi Arabia is in talks with Syria to reopen its embassy in the war-torn nation for the first time in a decade

The Independent UK

Thomas Pieters explains reasons for joining LIV Golf, his thoughts on Saudi Arabia’s involvement and his true feelings about the PGA Tour

Pieters joined Barstool Sports’ golf podcast to discuss LIV Golf, the PGA Tour and much more.

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After Iran, Saudi Arabia to re-establish ties with Syria, sources say

Syria and Saudi Arabia have agreed to reopen their embassies after cutting diplomatic ties more than a decade ago, three sources with knowledge of the matter said, a step that would mark a leap forward in Damascus's return to the Arab fold.

Daily Mirror

Judges facing death penalty in Saudi Arabia for being too soft on human rights

Ten male judges have been hit with high treason charges - a crime punishable by death in repressive Saudi Arabia - after confessing to being too "lenient" in human rights cases

Daily Mirror

Christian Horner lifts lid on Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez relationship after Saudi clash

Tensions are high at Red Bull after Sergio Perez beat Max Verstappen to the chequered flag at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, reversing their positions from Bahrain

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Saudi Arabia Works on Strengthening Legislation Frameworks to Combat Money Laundering

Saudi authorities have been keen on strengthening legislative and regulatory frameworks to combat money laundering crimes, confirmed Deputy Governor for Supervision at the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) Yazeed AlSheikh. Speaking at the 14th Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (CAML) seminar in Riyadh, AlSheikh reaffirmed that the Kingdom attaches great importance to…

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Magazine: F1 Saudi Arabian GP review, MotoGP season preview

Given Max Verstappen’s speed throughout the Jeddah weekend, many still expected him to be a threat for victory despite starting 15th. But, while the reigning champion easily made his way into second, team-mate Perez managed to stay out of reach to record his fifth F1 win.

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Saudi Ambassador, IMF Delegation Discuss Conditions for Lebanon’s Recovery

Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Beirut Walid Al-Bukhari discussed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation the necessary conditions for Lebanon's economic recovery. Al-Bukhari met with the visiting IMF delegation, headed by Ernesto Ramirez Rigo, on Wednesday at his residence in Yarzeh, east of Beirut. Talks during the meeting touched on…

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King Salman: Saudi Arabia Spares No Effort in Providing Comfort, Safety to Two Holy Mosques' Guests

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, affirmed that Saudi Arabia spares no effort in ensuring comfort and safety for the guests of the Two Holy Mosques, including pilgrims, Umrah performers, and visitors. King Salman asserted that the Kingdom provides all services from the guests' arrival…

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Saudi, Iranian FMs Agree to Hold Bilateral Talks Soon

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amirabdollahian, have agreed to meet soon and pave the way for the re-opening of embassies under a deal to re-establish ties, Saudi state news agency SPA said on Thursday. The ministers spoke by phone to mark…

Al Jazeera

Saudi, Iran foreign ministers in Ramadan call, agree to meet soon

Saudi Arabia’s Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud held a call with Iran’s Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.

The Independent UK

Brazil's Bolsonaro to return jewels from Saudi Arabia

A Brazilian government watchdog is giving former President Jair Bolsonaro five working days to return to authorities a set of jewels he received from Saudi Arabia in 2021

Zenger

China’s Growing Influence On The Global Stage Is ‘mixed Bag’ For Israel, Experts Say

Hours after China brokered a relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran puts Israel on notice as they rethink strategy

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