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Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League, delivers a keynote speech at the United Nations on combating Islamophobia and promoting global coexistence.

Islamophobia threatens global peace and coexistence, not just Muslims, says MWL chief at UN

Saudi Gazette reportNEW YORK — The United Nations General Assembly hosted Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Association of Muslim Scholars, as the keynote speaker for the International Day to Combat Islamophobia at its headquarters in New York on Friday.In his speech, Dr. Al-Issa emphasized that Islamophobia is one of the most alarming manifestations of hate speech, warning that it not only harms Muslims but also fuels extremism and societal divisions.He stressed that this rising trend threatens inclusive citizenship, a fundamental principle upheld by modern constitutions and international laws.He cited credible statistics indicating an escalation of crimes against Muslims, including discrimination, exclusion, and denial of basic...

March 14, 2025

Islamophobia threatens global peace and coexistence, not just Muslims, says MWL chief at UN

Saudi Arabia designates methamphetamine-related offenses as major crimes requiring detention

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Attorney General Sheikh Saud Al-Mujib has approved the classification of all criminal offenses related to methamphetamine (Shabu) as major crimes requiring detention.The decision aligns with the Kingdom’s national efforts to combat drug abuse and curb its spread, given the severe health and security risks associated with methamphetamine use.Methamphetamine is known to cause serious psychological and behavioral disorders, contributing to rising crime and violence rates.The new classification ensures that strict legal measures are enforced to address this issue decisively.The Attorney General’s Decision No. 110 issued on 1 Ramadan 1446 AH amends a previous regulation (Decision No. 1 dated 1 Muharram 1442 AH) by adding Clause No. 26, which...

March 14, 2025

Saudi Arabia designates methamphetamine-related offenses as major crimes requiring detention

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman with Saudi rally driver Yazeed Al-Rajhi, Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, and Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al-Abdullah Al-Faisal, Chairman of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation. (SPA)

Crown Prince receives Yazeed Al-Rajhi after historic Dakar Rally 2025 victory

Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH – Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received Saudi rally champion Yazeed Al-Rajhi at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Thursday following his historic victory in the Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2025 in the cars category.Al-Rajhi is the first Saudi driver to win the prestigious global motorsport event. The Crown Prince congratulated Al-Rajhi on his achievement after a highly competitive race against top international drivers.He emphasized that this milestone should serve as motivation for Saudi athletes to continue their development and strive for more success in the future.Al-Rajhi expressed his deep gratitude to the Crown Prince for the reception, highlighting the leadership’s commitment to supporting athletes across all sports.He noted that such...

March 14, 2025

Crown Prince receives Yazeed Al-Rajhi after historic Dakar Rally 2025 victory

The eighth season of Makkah’s Lantern Festival. (SPA)

Makkah Lanterns Festival returns for the eighth year as part of Ramadan activities

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Makkah Lanterns Festival has returned for its eighth season, bringing Ramadan-themed activities, shopping, and entertainment to the city. Organized by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, the festival runs from Ramadan 12 to 23 at the Makkah Chamber for Exhibitions and Events Center. Visitors can explore live performances, a children's entertainment area, a marketplace, and a bazaar featuring local artisans and small businesses. Food stalls, cafés, and designated seating areas offer spaces for families to gather. The festival aims to highlight local culture while also providing a platform for small and medium-sized businesses.

March 14, 2025

Makkah Lanterns Festival returns for the eighth year as part of Ramadan activities

The regions of Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, Najran, the Eastern Province, the Northern Borders, Al-Jouf, Al-Baha, and Jazan are expected to be experiencing light to moderate rain accompanied by dust storms.

NCM forecast: Thunderstorms to hit most Saudi regions until Monday

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) stated that most regions of Saudi Arabia will continue to be affected by moderate to heavy thunderstorms starting Friday and continue until Monday.There is a possibility for light to moderate rain accompanied by dust storm, along with flash floods and hail in the governorates of Makkah region. These governorates include the Makkah city, Al-Jumum, Kamil, Taif, Maysan, Adham, Al-Ardiyat, Al-Mawiyah, Al-Khormah, Raniyah, and Turbah.Most governorates in the Madinah region including Al-Ula, Al-Ays, Badr, Madinah, Khaybar, Al-Hanakiyah, Wadi Al-Fara, and Al-Mahd are expected to receive light to moderate rain accompanied by downward winds that stir up dust, flash floods, hail, and high waves on the coast.Tayma in the Tabuk...

March 14, 2025

NCM forecast: Thunderstorms to hit most Saudi regions until Monday

Nine officials of the Saudi Exports Development Authority were convicted and fined SR6.9 million for violations including recording misleading data in the annual financial statements for various periods and violating the Companies Law.

SR17 million fines slapped on 16 individuals and companies convicted of violating Capital Market Law

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Committee for the Resolution of Securities Disputes, under the Capital Market Authority (CMA), has slapped fines amounting to more than SR17 million on 16 individuals and companies for violating the provisions of the Capital Market Law.Nine officials of the Saudi Exports Development Authority were convicted and fined SR6.9 million for violations including recording misleading data in the annual financial statements for various periods and violating the Companies Law. The violations committed by the officials included recording misleading data by the executive management in the annual financial statements. This resulted in inflating the company's revenues by recognizing revenue from a deal with an institution, amounting to SR12 million, without meeting...

March 14, 2025

SR17 million fines slapped on 16 individuals and companies convicted of violating Capital Market Law

Newly-appointed Saudi ambassadors take oath before Crown Prince

Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH – On behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received the newly appointed Saudi ambassadors to several countries, who took the oath of office before him at his office in Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah.The newly appointed ambassadors include Ali bin Yusuf to Greece, Hatem Al-Ghamdi to Argentina, Abdulrahman Al-Dawood to Switzerland, Mohammed Al-Shamrani to Comoros, Yahya Al-Qahtani to Maldives, Sultan Al-Mazyani to Uruguay, Abdullah bin Ubayyah to Bangladesh, Ahmed Al-Wuhaib to Mozambique, and Fahd Al-Manawer to Mexico.During the ceremony, the ambassadors pledged their commitment to serving the Kingdom with loyalty, integrity, and dedication.Their oath emphasized upholding state interests,...

March 14, 2025

Newly-appointed Saudi ambassadors take oath before Crown Prince

File photo of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Russian President Putin during a meeting in Riyadh.

Saudi Crown Prince reaffirms support for a political solution to Ukraine crisis in call with Putin

Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to facilitating dialogue and supporting all efforts leading to a political solution to the Ukraine crisis during a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.During the call on Thursday, the two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to enhance it, as well as efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict.President Putin expressed his appreciation for the Kingdom’s constructive role and mediation efforts.The call followed high-level talks in Jeddah on Tuesday between U.S. and Ukrainian delegations, hosted under the gracious direction of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.During the Jeddah meeting, Ukraine supported a U.S. proposal to declare a 30-day...

March 14, 2025

Saudi Crown Prince reaffirms support for a political solution to Ukraine crisis in call with Putin

The release included 10 species in Hegra Reserve, comprising six mountain goats and four edmi antelopes, in addition to six mountain goats released in Wadi Nakhlah Reserve.

16 endangered species released into AlUla's Protected Areas

Saudi Gazette reportALULA — The National Center for Wildlife, in collaboration with the Royal Commission for AlUla, has released 16 endangered species into the Hegra and Wadi Nakhlah reserves in AlUla.The release included 10 species in Hegra Reserve, comprising six mountain goats and four edmi antelopes, in addition to six mountain goats released in Wadi Nakhlah Reserve.This initiative is part of the programs aimed at breeding and reintroducing species threatened with extinction into their natural habitats, with the goal of enriching biodiversity in the reserves, restoring ecological balance, promoting sustainability, and stimulating eco-tourism.CEO of the National Center for Wildlife Dr. Mohammed Qurban said that the release of these endangered species in Hegra and Wadi Nakhlah reserves...

March 14, 2025

16 endangered species released into AlUla's Protected Areas

Saudi Arabia extended its sincere congratulations to the governments and peoples of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan on the signing of the agreement.

Saudi Arabia welcomes border agreement between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia welcomed the border agreement reached between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s welcoming of the border delimitation and demarcation agreement between the Republic of Tajikistan and the Kyrgyz Republic.Saudi Arabia extended its sincere congratulations to the governments and peoples of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan on the signing of the agreement. The Kingdom wished both countries and their peoples continued stability and prosperity.

March 14, 2025

Saudi Arabia welcomes border agreement between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan

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Islamophobia threatens global peace and coexistence, not just Muslims, says MWL chief at UN

Saudi Arabia designates methamphetamine-related offenses as major crimes requiring detention

Crown Prince receives Yazeed Al-Rajhi after historic Dakar Rally 2025 victory

Makkah Lanterns Festival returns for the eighth year as part of Ramadan activities

NCM forecast: Thunderstorms to hit most Saudi regions until Monday ​​​​​​​

SR17 million fines slapped on 16 individuals and companies convicted of violating Capital Market Law

Newly-appointed Saudi ambassadors take oath before Crown Prince

Saudi Crown Prince reaffirms support for a political solution to Ukraine crisis in call with Putin

16 endangered species released into AlUla's Protected Areas

Saudi Arabia welcomes border agreement between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan

NCM forecast: Thunderstorms to hit most Saudi regions until Monday