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Saudi Arabia welcomes call for inclusive Southern Yemen conference in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia has welcomed a request from Rashad al-Alimi, Chairman of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council, to host a comprehensive conference in Riyadh bringing together all southern Yemeni political components to address the “just southern cause” through dialogue. In a statement, the Kingdom said the move aligns with its long-standing position that the southern issue is a legitimate political matter with historical and social dimensions, and that it can only be resolved through dialogue within a comprehensive political settlement in Yemen. Saudi Arabia affirmed its readiness to host and sponsor the conference, calling on all southern Yemeni factions to participate constructively in order to develop an inclusive and sustainable vision that reflects...
January 03, 2026

Saudi Arabia welcomes call for inclusive Southern Yemen conference in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia bans Sharia-violating names for public facilities under new rules
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has issued new binding regulations governing the naming of public facilities across the Kingdom, introducing unified standards, governance frameworks, and clear religious and administrative restrictions, according to rules published in the Umm Al-Qura official Gazette. The “Rules and standards for naming public facilities,” recently approved by the Saudi Cabinet, will come into force 120 days after publication and apply to all publicly owned facilities nationwide. The regulations define public facilities broadly to include municipal, educational, cultural, sports, religious, health, transportation, and other government-owned assets. Each government entity will be responsible for naming facilities within its jurisdiction in accordance with...
January 02, 2026

Saudi Arabia bans Sharia-violating names for public facilities under new rules

Hexagon boasts a capacity of up to 480 megawatts, spans more than 30 million square feet. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia enters global race for hyperscale data centers with launch of ‘Hexagon’ in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia has formally entered the global race to build hyperscale data centers with the launch of Hexagon, the world’s largest Tier IV government data center, marking a major milestone in the Kingdom’s ambition to lead the data- and AI-driven economy. The Hexagon data center, unveiled in Riyadh, reflects Saudi Arabia’s strategic push to harness data as a core engine of national development, as digital infrastructure becomes central to economic growth in the age of artificial intelligence. The project is driven by the national data and AI strategy led by Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and aligned with the objectives of Vision 2030. A strategic asset for data sovereignty and economic diversification The launch reflects the...
January 02, 2026

Saudi Arabia enters global race for hyperscale data centers with launch of ‘Hexagon’ in Riyadh

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

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