The Al Buraimi Governorate Police Command has detained eight Asian nationals for illegal gambling activities in the Wilayat of Al Buraimi. The arrests follow an investigation into illicit activities within the local community. Authorities confirmed the suspects were engaged in gambling, which is strictly prohibited under Omani law. The raid reflects ongoing efforts by the…
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, arrived in Warsaw on Sunday for an official visit to Poland. During his stay, Prince Faisal is scheduled to meet with Radoslaw Sikorski, Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Monday. The discussions are expected to focus on bilateral relations and exploring…
The Omani-Saudi naval exercise “Winds of Peace 2026” began on Saturday, with joint maritime drills taking place in the Al Batinah maritime region, according to an official statement. The Omani-Saudi naval exercise is being conducted by several vessels from the Royal Navy of Oman, with the participation of crews from the Royal Saudi Naval Forces….
The Saudi pavilion Cairo book fair hosted Qatari Ambassador to Egypt Sheikh Jassim Al-Thani, who toured the ministry’s religious and educational exhibits at the 57th Cairo International Book Fair. The ambassador praised Saudi Arabia’s efforts in disseminating the Qur’an and highlighted the pavilion’s organization and quality, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The fair, held…
Sultan Al-Marshad, CEO of the Saudi Fund for Development, met with Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Khodjayev Jamshid Abdukhakimovich in Tashkent to discuss ways to strengthen Saudi Fund Uzbekistan cooperation across multiple development sectors. According to the fund’s official X account, the talks focused on enhancing collaboration and advancing key development initiatives throughout Uzbekistan. The meeting…
Students in Jeddah got a hands-on introduction to STEM careers through electric motorsport this week, as part of the 2026 E1 Jeddah GP. The Driving Force program, presented by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), aims to familiarize students aged 8–18 with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through professional racing and sustainability-focused industries. John Williams, Managing…
SALALAH — Omani authorities have arrested five Yemeni nationals for illegally entering Omani territorial waters in Dhofar while attempting to smuggle drugs into the country via a fishing boat. The suspects were intercepted by the Coast Guard Police of the Dhofar Governorate Police Command and are now facing legal proceedings. In a separate operation, the…
KHASAB — The Musandam Discovery Diving Centre in Oman’s Musandam Governorate has emerged as a pioneering project turning the region’s deep seas into a premier global destination for diving enthusiasts. The centre has successfully combined passion for the marine environment with tourism development, attracting visitors from around the world. Badr Mohammed Al Shehhi, the centre’s…
MUSCAT — Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, is scheduled to arrive in Oman on Wednesday for an official visit, during which she will hold talks with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. The Italian leader will be accompanied by a delegation of government officials as part of the visit. Discussions are expected…
DOHA — Qatar has joined the US-led Pax Silica Alliance, a move aimed at strengthening cooperation in semiconductors, critical minerals, and advanced digital technologies. The announcement was made on Monday as part of Doha’s ongoing efforts to diversify its economy and enhance technological capabilities. The Pax Silica Alliance, launched last month in Washington, focuses on…
