Muscat – Asian nationals arrested in Seeb Muscat for drug trafficking and possession of marijuana, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) confirmed on Tuesday. Authorities said two expatriates of Asian nationality were taken into custody in the Wilayat of Seeb, located in the Muscat Governorate, for allegedly possessing quantities of marijuana and hashish intended for illegal…
RIYADH – Ramadan worshippers visit Mount Al-Rumah in Madinah before Maghrib prayer, gathering at the historic site located approximately 4 kilometers from the Prophet’s Mosque. Devotees have been arriving at the mount ahead of the evening call to prayer, combining worship with a chance to reflect on Islamic history, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Mount…
RIYADH – Saudi foreign minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discusses regional developments with US Secretary Rubio in a phone call, focusing on strategic relations and ongoing efforts to address challenges in the region, the Saudi Press Agency reported. During the conversation, both officials reviewed the strong bilateral ties between Saudi Arabia and the United States…
Muscat – The Youth Center has unveiled an extensive series of skill development programs for Ramadan 2026, designed to engage young people aged 15-34 at its Muscat Grand Mall facilities. The initiative aims to empower participants by enhancing their professional, cultural, technological, and social skills. The programs are expected to benefit over 1,000 young men…
RIYADH – Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad Al-Shaibani, extended his congratulations to Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on the occasion of Founding Day, marking the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State. During a telephone conversation on Monday, the two ministers discussed ongoing developments in Syria and the broader region,…
Abu Dhabi – The United Arab Emirates government has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr holidays for public and private sector employees in 2026. For the public sector, holidays will begin on Thursday, March 19, and continue until Sunday, March 22. Normal working hours are expected to resume on Monday, March 23. In the private…
The Sultanate of Oman has expressed strong support for Kuwait amid ongoing maritime boundary concerns with Iraq. Oman’s Foreign Ministry stated that the recent lists of coordinates and maps submitted by Iraq to the United Nations infringe upon Kuwait’s sovereignty over its maritime zones and established water features. In a formal statement, the ministry reaffirmed…
The economy of the First Saudi State played a key role in shaping the foundations of modern stability in the Arabian Peninsula, historians say. Strategic measures implemented during this period helped consolidate political influence, unify regions, and promote social organization, setting the stage for a thriving economic system. According to the book Diriyah: Origins and…
King Salman has issued a directive for the disbursement of more than SR3 billion ($0.8 billion) in aid to social security beneficiaries ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Under the plan, heads of households will receive SR1,000, while each dependent in the family will receive SR500. The payments…
Saudi Arabia has been honored with the Press Ganey Award for Healthcare Impact and Transformation, recognizing the Kingdom’s progress in strengthening patient-centered care and advancing comprehensive healthcare reform. Representatives of the Ministry of Health accepted the award during the Press Ganey Human Experience Conference held in Florida this month. The recognition highlights the sweeping changes…
