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General Authority Records 21.6 Million Visits to Prophet’s Mosque During September
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques announced on October 19, 2026 that more than 21.6 million faithful visited the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah throughout September…
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World Bank Sees Saudi Economy Contracting in 2026 Before 7.9 Percent Rebound in 2027
The World Bank forecast on October 6, 2026 that Saudi Arabia's real GDP would contract 2 percent this year amid regional conflict before rebounding to 7.9 percent growth in 2027…
Saudi Hajj Ministry Suspends Eight Umrah Operators Over Pilgrim Housing Breaches
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah suspended eight Umrah companies along with multiple foreign agents for violations involving pilgrim accommodation standards, the ministry announced Monday.
Saudi Health Minister Donates Blood at Launch of 2026 National Campaign
Saudi Health Minister Fahad Al-Jalajel donated blood on October 6, 2026, to mark the start of the annual national blood donation campaign launched by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, according…
UAE Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Civilians and Vessels as Sovereignty Breach
On October 7, 2026, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the Houthi group's continued targeting of Saudi civilians, economic facilities and vessels in the Red Sea and Bab…
Saudi workforce housing attracts fresh capital as Rela secures Al Rajhi backing
Rela’s Al Rajhi backing and SATCO agreement highlight investment in Saudi workforce housing, alongside new purpose-built accommodation projects.
Houthi Ballistic Missile Destroyed North of Riyadh as Coalition Tracks Sanaa Launch Platform
The Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthi militia north of Riyadh on October 7, 2026, while tracking the launch platform over Sanaa in preparation…
Coalition Forces Intercept Houthi Ballistic Missile Headed Toward Khamis Mushait
The Saudi-led coalition destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthi militia toward Khamis Mushait on September 26 2026 according to the group's official spokesperson who confirmed air defenses engaged…
Saudi Arabia Renews Full Support for Yemen Government to Counter Houthi Militia
The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on October 5, 2026 it would continue full political and military support for efforts to end the Houthi coup and restore Yemen's legitimate…
Saudi Rwaj puts payments and delivery at the centre of its live-shopping expansion
Saudi startup Rwaj is expanding live shopping and auctions after a $1.2m round, linking broadcasts with payments and delivery.
Saudi Commerce Ministry Mandates Buyer Identity Verification for Gold Transactions Over SR50,000
The Saudi Ministry of Commerce directed precious metals traders on Tuesday to verify buyer identities and apply due diligence measures for all cash transactions of SR50,000 or more, whether conducted…
Mohammed bin Salman Hosts Syrian President for Riyadh Talks on Ties
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh on Tuesday to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors and addressing regional developments, according to the…
Saudi Minister Al-Rajhi Meets Turkish and Singapore Counterparts to Advance Social Development Cooperation
Saudi Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed bin Sulaiman Al-Rajhi met his counterparts from Singapore and Turkey on October 5 2026 in Riyadh to discuss enhancing bilateral ties…
Yemeni Officials Welcome Saudi Move to Legalize Residency for Undocumented Nationals
Yemeni authorities on October 6, 2026, welcomed Saudi Arabia's announcement to regularize the residency status of an estimated 1.9 million nationals living without proper documentation in the kingdom following a…
Saudi Health Ministry Reports 30 Percent ICU Rise for Respiratory Infections and Urges Targeted Vaccination
On October 6, 2026, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Health reported a roughly 30 percent increase in intensive care admissions from seasonal respiratory infections over recent weeks and called on vulnerable…
Saudi Ministry Enables Simultaneous Family Visas for Highly Skilled Expat Workers
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior announced on October 6, 2026, that highly skilled foreign workers can now process family visas concurrently with their work visas, allowing eligible spouses, sons under…