Federal and Local Officials Clash Over Minneapolis Shooting Incident as Investigation Continues A fatal encounter involving a federal immigration officer has ignited controversy in Minneapolis, after a 37-year-old woman was shot dead by an US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent. The incident has sparked widespread protests and intense scrutiny from local officials, who have…
The Jeddah Gold Exhibition opens on Thursday at the Jeddah Superdome as part of the city’s annual Jeddah Season celebrations, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the artistry, innovation and commercial strength of the gold industry. The five-day event aims to raise awareness about the value and quality of gold while highlighting modern designs…
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation has called an emergency meeting following Israel’s decision to recognize Somaliland as an independent state, a move the group says threatens Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The OIC’s General Secretariat announced that an extraordinary session of the Council of Foreign Ministers will take place on Saturday at the organization’s headquarters…
Yemen Airways has announced the launch of direct flights connecting the Socotra archipelago with Jeddah, marking a major step in improving air links between the island and the region. The new service is set to begin with a weekly flight starting Wednesday. The airline said the inaugural flight will help facilitate the evacuation of foreign…
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid arrived in Jeddah on Tuesday as preparations continue for the semifinals and final of the Spanish Super Cup. The two Madrid rivals are set to face each other in a highly anticipated semifinal on Thursday. Players from both teams were given a warm welcome upon landing at King Abdulaziz International…
Russia has deployed a submarine along with several naval vessels to escort an oil tanker that the United States previously attempted to seize near Venezuelan waters, raising fresh concerns over growing military tensions at sea. The move follows Washington’s efforts to enforce sanctions on vessels accused of transporting oil linked to Venezuela and Iran. The…
Trump announces Venezuela oil transfer of up to 50 million barrels to the US to boost energy supplies and stabilize markets amid ongoing sanctions US President Donald Trump has announced that interim authorities in Venezuela will transfer between 30 million and 50 million barrels of crude oil to the United States, marking a significant shift…
Russia has dispatched naval assets to escort an oil tanker currently being monitored by US forces in the North Atlantic, amid rising tensions over sanctions enforcement. The tanker, which is not carrying cargo at present, has a history of transporting Venezuelan crude and was reportedly located between Scotland and Iceland on Tuesday. The move comes…
The White House has confirmed that President Donald Trump is exploring multiple options to acquire Greenland, including the potential use of military force, citing national security concerns. The semi-autonomous Arctic territory is part of Denmark, a fellow NATO member. According to the White House, Greenland represents a “national security priority,” and the President and his…
Riyadh / Badakhshan – 6 January 2026: Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian agency, KSrelief, has distributed food parcels to 490 families in the capital of Afghanistan’s Badakhshan Province, reaching a total of 2,940 individuals, including returning Afghan families, orphans, and other vulnerable groups. The initiative forms part of KSrelief’s ongoing humanitarian programs aimed at supporting the Afghan…
