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The illicit drugs were discovered during routine customs procedures after the package was inspected using advanced security technologies and live detection methods. (File picture)
ZATCA foils attempt to smuggle over 38,000 amphetamine pills at King Khalid International Airport
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has thwarted an attempt to smuggle 38,340 amphetamine pills concealed inside a postal shipment arriving at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. ZATCA spokesperson Hammoud Al-Harbi said the illicit drugs were discovered during routine customs procedures after the package was inspected using advanced security technologies and live detection methods. Following the seizure, coordination was carried out with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control, leading to the arrest of two individuals inside the Kingdom who were set to receive the shipment. Al-Harbi reaffirmed ZATCA’s continued commitment to strengthening customs oversight across all land, sea, and air ports to prevent smuggling attempts, emphasizing...
January 02, 2026

ZATCA foils attempt to smuggle over 38,000 amphetamine pills at King Khalid International Airport

Saudi navy completes deployment in Arabian Sea to counter smuggling
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Arab Coalition supporting Yemen’s internationally recognized government announced that the Royal Saudi Naval Forces have completed their deployment in the Arabian Sea to carry out inspection operations and combat smuggling activities. The deployment is part of ongoing efforts to counter illicit trade and prevent the smuggling of weapons amid developments on the Yemeni front. The move aligns with broader regional security measures aimed at curbing illegal maritime activity and reinforcing stability in surrounding waters. Saudi Arabia operates two main naval fleets: the Eastern Fleet in the Arabian Gulf and the Western Fleet in the Red Sea. Each fleet includes combat vessels, logistical and technical support units, naval aviation, marine forces, and...
January 02, 2026

Saudi navy completes deployment in Arabian Sea to counter smuggling

Saudi Embassy in Russia says visa-free travel agreement not yet in force
Saudi Gazette reportMOSCOW — Saudi Arabia’s embassy in Russia has confirmed that the mutual visa-free travel agreement between the two countries has not yet entered into force. In a statement posted on X, the embassy said the agreement’s implementation remains subject to the completion of required legal and procedural steps by both sides, in accordance with approved frameworks. The embassy stressed that an official announcement will be made once the agreement has been formally approved by the competent authorities in Saudi Arabia and Russia and a start date for its implementation has been finalized. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs had announced on Dec. 1, 2025, that the two countries signed the mutual visa exemption agreement on the sidelines of the Saudi-Russian Business Forum...
January 02, 2026

Saudi Embassy in Russia says visa-free travel agreement not yet in force

Members of a displaced Palestinian family warm themselves around a fire outside their shelter in the city of Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, 27 December, 2025. (EPA)
Arab and Muslim foreign ministers warn of worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid severe weather
Saudi Gazette report GAZA — The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, Qatar and Egypt on Friday expressed deep concern over the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. They warned that harsh and unstable weather conditions have compounded an already severe crisis caused by the continued lack of adequate humanitarian aid. In a joint statement, the ministers said heavy rainfall, violent storms and plunging temperatures have intensified human suffering in Gaza, particularly as the entry of life-saving supplies remains restricted and the flow of essential materials needed to restore basic services and establish temporary shelters remains slow. They stressed that the extreme weather has exposed the fragility...
January 02, 2026

Arab and Muslim foreign ministers warn of worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid severe weather

Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih said the regulations will come into force in April 2026.
Saudi Arabia approves regulations for four special economic zones, effective April 2026
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has taken a major step toward strengthening its position as a global investment destination after the Cabinet approved the regulatory frameworks for four special economic zones (SEZs), covering Jazan, Ras Al-Khair, King Abdullah Economic City, and the Cloud Computing and Information Technology Zone. The newly approved regulations mark the formal start of the operational and legal phase for the zones, providing investors with clear guidance on incentives, eligibility requirements, and regulatory mechanisms designed to enhance competitiveness and attract high-quality investments. Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih said the regulations will come into force in April 2026, describing the move as a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s efforts...
January 02, 2026

Saudi Arabia approves regulations for four special economic zones, effective April 2026

Hadramout governor orders operation to assume control of STC camps
ADEN — Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council chief Rashad al-Alimi has issued a decree appointing Hadramout Governor Salem al-Khunbashi as the overall commander of the Homeland Shield Forces in the eastern governorate, the state-run Saba news agency reported on Friday. According to the decision, al-Khunbashi has been granted full military, security and administrative authority to restore order and stability in Hadramout. The mandate will remain in effect until the circumstances that prompted it have ended or until a new decision is issued by the chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council, who also serves as supreme commander of the armed forces. In a televised address following his appointment, al-Khunbashi accused the Southern Transitional Council (STC) of deliberately...
January 02, 2026

Hadramout governor orders operation to assume control of STC camps

The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) warned that a cold wave is expected to hit several regions of the Kingdom starting Saturday and continuing through Tuesday, accompanied by a noticeable drop in temperatures.
NCM warns of cold wave hitting several Saudi regions from Saturday
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) warned that a cold wave is expected to hit several regions of the Kingdom starting Saturday and continuing through Tuesday, accompanied by a noticeable drop in temperatures.The center stated that the cold wave will impact parts of the regions of Al-Jouf, Northern Borders, Tabuk, Hail, Qassim, Riyadh, and the northern areas of the Eastern Province. Minimum temperatures are expected to range between 2°C and minus 2°C, the NCM said.
January 01, 2026

NCM warns of cold wave hitting several Saudi regions from Saturday

Crown Prince, Emir of Qatar discuss regional developments in phone call
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received on Thursday a phone call from Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.During the call, they discussed the recent regional and international developments. They also reviewed ways to further strengthen fraternal ties between the two countries.
January 01, 2026

Crown Prince, Emir of Qatar discuss regional developments in phone call

Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority President Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi and  senior government officials attended the ceremony of laying the foundation for “Hexagon” Data Center in Riyadh on Thursday.
Foundation stone laid for Hexagon, world's largest government data center, in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH —The foundation stone was laid for the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) “Hexagon” Data Center, the world’s largest government data center by megawatt capacity, in Riyadh on Thursday.President of SDAIA Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi, SDAIA officials as well as senior officials from various government entities attended the foundation laying ceremony. Director of the National Information Center at SDAIA Dr. Issam Alwagait made an introductory presentation on the occasion.He outlined the project’s details, technical and engineering specifications, and the operational architecture ensuring the highest levels of readiness and availability. Alwagait also reviewed the international accreditations obtained for the center’s solutions and...
January 01, 2026

Foundation stone laid for Hexagon, world's largest government data center, in Riyadh

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) reported the seizure of 24 million narcotic and prohibited pills and 1,417 kilograms of other narcotic and prohibited substances during the year 2025.
Saudi Arabia foils smuggling of 24 million narcotic pills in 2025
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH —The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) reported the seizure of 24 million narcotic and prohibited pills and 1,417 kilograms of other narcotic and prohibited substances such as hashish, cocaine, and heroin during the year 2025. The authority has achieved remarkable security results in 2025, successfully foiling numerous smuggling attempts across the Kingdom’s land, air, and sea customs ports. These efforts form part of its crucial role in protecting society and strengthening the Kingdom’s security, carried out in close coordination with relevant security agencies. This success was attributed mainly to the implementation of advanced control procedures, the adoption of modern security technologies, and the enhanced efficiency of customs personnel at all...
January 01, 2026

Saudi Arabia foils smuggling of 24 million narcotic pills in 2025

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