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Lebanon's FM goes to Kuwait with answers to Gulf suggestions

Lebanon’s foreign minister has headed to Kuwait to deliver answers to a list of policy suggestions made to the country by Persian Gulf nations in an attempt to end an impasse between both sides

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabia Records 3,913 New COVID-19 Cases

The Health Ministry said Saturday that Saudi Arabia recorded 3,913 coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of infections in the Kingdom to 679,384. The ministry reported two deaths from complications caused by the COVID-19 disease, pushing the number of fatalities to 8,933. According to the ministry’s daily report, the recovery…

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De Vries Denies Team Mate Vandoorne to Win Formula E Opener in Saudi Arabia

Formula E world champion Nyck de Vries started the new season in dominant fashion as he clinched victory in the opening race at the Diriyah E-Prix in Saudi Arabia on Friday, with team mate Stoffel Vandoorne making it a one-two for Mercedes. Dutchman De Vries trailed pole-sitter Vandoorne for the…

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Everton told to sign Arsenal striker after Saudi Arabia transfer rumours

The prolific striker is set to leave the Gunners this month

Liverpool Echo

What Yasir Al-Rumayyan spoke about during 'inspirational' speech to Newcastle players and staff

Newcastle United chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan addressed players and staff in Jeddah earlier this week during the Magpies' warm-weather training camp in Saudi Arabia

Chronicle Live

E-Transactions Top 57% of Total Payments in Saudi Arabia in 2021

Electronic payments in the Saudi retail sector exceeded 57% of total transactions conducted in 2021, surpassing the 55% target set out by the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP), the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) said in a statement. SAMA Governor Fahad al-Mubarak said the central bank is working on promoting e-infrastructure,…

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First Abu Dhabi Bank Plans to Expand Operations in Saudi Arabia, Egypt

The UAE’s largest bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank, revealed plans to expand in the domestic market as well as in Saudi Arabia and Egypt in the coming period. The acquisition of “Bank Audi Egypt” will be completed during the third quarter of 2022, said FAB.

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French investigators to head soon to Saudi Arabia for Dakar rally probe - source

French investigators are preparing to go to Saudi Arabia soon as part of their investigation into incidents targeting French nationals that marred last month's Dakar sports car rally, a source with knowledge of the matter told Reuters on Friday.

Reuters

Quint Meeting Stresses Need to Hold Houthis Accountable for Terrorist Acts

Senior representatives of the Governments of Oman, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America (The Quint), strongly denounced the terrorist Houthi attacks on Yemeni civilians and the heinous attacks on Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

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PGA Tour and DP World Tour must ‘fight off’ Saudi-backed rival, says Colin Montgomerie

The Asia Tour is backed by Saudi Arabia’s Private Investment Fund

The Independent UK

CPJ calls for action over threats to Rana Ayyub after Yemen tweets, Washington Post piece

The Committee to Protect Journalists has called for Indian authorities to conduct a “swift and thorough investigation” into the threats made to Indian journalist Rana Ayyub. This comes after the journalist received multiple rape and death threats on Twitter for a tweet in which she criticised the Saudi Arabia government’s…

Newslaundry

Saudi Arabia's Green National Flag Flutters for 3 Centuries

Late historian Abdul Rahman Ruwaished has documented the evolution of the national banner over the centuries, with focus on the history of the Saudi national flag. He has examined medals and military ranks that he believed were cornerstones of national devotion.

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Saudi labour deal to take shape 'in 2 months'

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha wants the new labour cooperation deal between Thailand and Saudi Arabia to be implemented within two months, says government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana.

Bangkok Post

Trade group urges movement on travel bubble schemes

The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) says international arrivals may exceed 5 million this year if the government starts travel bubbles with Asian partners as the Test & Go scheme alone is not enough of an enticement for those who face quarantine upon their return.

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The Independent UK

Saudi-led coalition says it's probing deadly prison strike

The Saudi Arabia-led coalition says it's investigating an airstrike on a detention facility in Yemen that killed dozens of people

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Royal Order: Saudi Arabia to Commemorate February 22 as Founding Day

Saudi Arabia will commemorate February 22 every year as the nation’s Founding Day, according to a Royal Order issued on Thursday. Issuing the Royal Order, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman also said February 22 shall be an official holiday in the country. “Taking into account that the…

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Cirque du Soleil to Present Major International Performances in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Ministry of Culture signed an agreement with the entertainment group Cirque du Soleil to enhance cooperation between the two and enable the world-renowned circus to present its creative performances in the Kingdom. The agreement was signed by the Saudi Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Theater and…

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Morocco Renews Condemnation of Houthi Attacks Against Saudi Arabia, UAE

Morocco's Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita reiterated its condemnation of the Houthi attacks and their supporters against civil and economic facilities in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Bourita also affirmed Morocco's rejection and condemnation of all forms of Iranian interference in the internal affairs of the Gulf countries, particularly Bahrain. The…

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South Sudan Says Looks Forward to Attracting Saudi Investments

South Sudanese Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mayiik Ayii Deng has said his country seeks to bolster investment cooperation with Saudi Arabia. His remarks were made during his current visit to Riyadh to discuss the massive investment opportunities in South Sudan. He met on Wednesday with Saudi entrepreneurs…

Chronicle Live

Eddie Howe told Saudi trip comes at 'perfect time' for Newcastle United survival mission

Newcastle United's warm-weather training camp in Saudi Arabia can have an 'amazing' impact on their season according to Ian Wright

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos 4-0 Vietnam: World Cup 2022 qualifier – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: The Socceroos got their qualification campaign back on track with a comfortable win over Vietnam in Melbourne

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Washington Vows More Sanctions on Houthi Leaders

Washington has pledged to take the “necessary steps” and use all “appropriate tools” to hold Houthis responsible for the recent attacks against Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and their role in protracting the conflict in Yemen, described as the worst humanitarian crisis in the world. A sharp rhetoric is being…

Reuters

France investigates possible second blast at Dakar rally in Saudi - French radio

French authorities are looking into a second potentially suspicious explosion at the Dakar sports car rally in Saudi Arabia last month, French radio station RMC reported on Thursday.

The Hindu

New horizons for a historic friendship

Saudi Arabia and India share a historic camaraderie and, their relationship has made several strides through centuries

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RCU Launches Direct Flights from Paris to AlUla

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has announced the opening of a direct flight from Paris to AlUla in Saudi Arabia. This new air route provides a unique opportunity for French travelers and travelers from neighboring countries to be among the first explorers to visit the extraordinary region. Arguably the…

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