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British International School Al Khobar achieves historic milestone
The British International School Al Khobar (BISAK), founded in 1977, has made history by becoming the first British school in Saudi Arabia to receive an “Outstanding” rating in all areas of inspection by the UK Department for Education’s British School Overseas (BSO) program.The inspection took place in February 2025, and the report has now been officially published.This prestigious recognition highlights BISAK’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional education while fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment.The BSO inspection evaluated the school across several key criteria, including the quality of education, pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, as well as welfare, health and safety, and the quality of leadership and management.According to...
May 04, 2025

British International School Al Khobar achieves historic milestone

The General Directorate of Passports has issued nearly 15,000 administrative decisions against violators of regulations during the last month of Shawwal.
Passports Directorate issues nearly 15,000 administrative decisions against violators in a month  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports has issued nearly 15,000 administrative decisions against violators of regulations during the last month of Shawwal. Penalties imposed on the violators included imprisonment, fines, and deportation. The directorate, through its administrative committees in passport departments in various regions of the Kingdom, issued 14,800 administrative decisions against citizens and expatriates for violating residency, labor, and border security regulations. The directorate called on all citizens and expatriates, including business owners and individuals, that they should not transport, employ, or shelter violators of residency, labor, and border security regulations, or conceal them, or provide them with any means of assistance...
May 03, 2025

Passports Directorate issues nearly 15,000 administrative decisions against violators in a month  

The General Directorate of Public Security organized three exhibitions to raise awareness about the risks of cybercrime and financial fraud and ways to prevent them.
Public Security holds cybercrime and financial fraud awareness exhibitions
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Directorate of Public Security organized three exhibitions to raise awareness about the risks of cybercrime and financial fraud and ways to prevent them. These exhibitions were held at Al-Hamra Mall in Riyadh, Nakheel Plaza in Qassim, and Rashid Mall in Asir. The exhibitions, which concluded on Saturday, showcased the efforts of Public Security units specialized in combating cybercrime, as well as educating visitors on the methods used to commit these digital crimes, and providing guidance on protecting personal information and banking data. The show also explained how to report suspicious activities by visiting the nearest police station or calling the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province or the number 999 in...
May 03, 2025

Public Security holds cybercrime and financial fraud awareness exhibitions

Five expatriates, including Bangladeshi and Sudanese nationals, were arrested in Khamis Mushayt in the Asir region for their involvement in fraudulent acts related to a fake Hajj campaign.
5 Bangladeshi and Sudanese nationals arrested for promoting fake Hajj campaign   
Saudi Gazette report KHAMIS MUSHAYT — Five expatriates, including Bangladeshi and Sudanese nationals, were arrested in Khamis Mushayt in the Asir region for their involvement in fraudulent acts related to a fake Hajj campaign. The Khamis Mushayt police referred them to the Public Prosecution after taking the necessary legal action against them.The five-member gang was found involved in posting misleading Hajj campaign advertisements on social media, claiming to provide housing and transportation for pilgrims within the holy sites in Makkah. The Public Security called on citizens and expatriates to adhere to Hajj regulations and instructions, and to report any violations by calling the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province and the number 999 in the rest of...
May 03, 2025

5 Bangladeshi and Sudanese nationals arrested for promoting fake Hajj campaign   

The comprehensive preparation of the Ministry of Transport and Logistics involves effective coordination and integration across air, sea, land, and rail transport sectors to ensure high-quality services befitting the Kingdom’s role in serving the Two Holy Mosques.
Ministry of Transport announces full readiness for Hajj Season 2025 with all arrangements well in place  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Transport and Logistics and its affiliated entities announced their complete readiness for the Hajj season of 2025. The ministry’s comprehensive preparation involves effective coordination and integration across air, sea, land, and rail transport sectors to ensure high-quality services befitting the Kingdom’s role in serving the Two Holy Mosques. This is in accordance with the directives of the Saudi leadership to mobilize all resources to serve the Hajj pilgrims.The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) affirmed its readiness to receive pilgrims, stating that it has allocated more than 3 million seats on chartered and scheduled flights for domestic and international pilgrims during arrival and departure phases. Oversight teams have...
May 03, 2025

Ministry of Transport announces full readiness for Hajj Season 2025 with all arrangements well in place  

The total number of people, who were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom accounted for 1,109, including 35 percent Yemeni nationals and 62 percent Ethiopian nationals.
17,153 violators of residency, border security and labor laws arrested in a week  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A total of 17,153 illegal residents were arrested in Saudi Arabia during the last week. The arrests were made during the joint inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between April 24 and April 30, the Ministry of Interior revealed on Saturday. Those who were arrested included 10,305 violators of the Residency Law, 3,644 violators of the Border Security Law, and 3,204 violators of the Labor Law. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom accounted for 1,109, of whom 35 percent were Yemeni nationals, 62 percent Ethiopian nationals, and three percent belonged to other nationalities. Some 13 people, involved in giving...
May 03, 2025

17,153 violators of residency, border security and labor laws arrested in a week  

The Transport General Authority warned that the penalties also include confiscating any means of land transport used to carry individuals with visit visas to Makkah or the holy sites, following a ruling by the relevant court.
TGA warns against transporting people to Makkah and holy sites without permits  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) has directed all transport operators across Saudi Arabia, particularly in Makkah, to strictly adhere to the concerned authorities’ instructions not to provide transportation to any passengers heading to Makkah or the holy sites without a Hajj permit or an entry permit for work or residence in the holy city. The new rules, which came into effect on April 29, are part of measures recently announced by the Ministry of Interior to regulate the movement of crowds and maintain the security and safety of pilgrims. Under the regulations, violators caught transporting visit visa holders to Makkah and the holy sites or attempting to do so during the period between Dhul Qada 1 and Dhul-Hijjah 14, would face penalties and a...
May 03, 2025

TGA warns against transporting people to Makkah and holy sites without permits  

The June increase had been agreed as the OPEC  countries held an online meeting on Saturday to decide on output.
OPEC+ announces accelerated oil output hike of 411,000 bpd in June
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The OPEC+ countries have agreed on Saturday to an oil output hike for a second month in a row in June with 411,000 barrels per day.Last month, the eight OPEC+ countries made a larger-than-planned production increase for May, also of 411,000 bpd. Oil prices fell over one percent on Friday as traders braced for more OPEC+ supply when concerns of an economic slowdown caused by a trade war between the U.S. and China have prompted forecasters to lower demand growth expectations for this year.The June increase had been agreed as the OPEC+ countries held an online meeting to decide on output.The eight OPEC+ countries are Saudi Arabia, Russia, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman.“In view of the current healthy market fundamentals,...
May 03, 2025

OPEC+ announces accelerated oil output hike of 411,000 bpd in June

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli airstrike near presidential palace in Damascus
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia on Friday strongly condemned the Israeli airstrike that targeted the vicinity of the presidential palace in Damascus, renewing its firm rejection of any violation of Syria’s sovereignty, security, and stability.In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Kingdom called for an end to Israel’s ongoing violations of international law in Syria and the wider region.It warned that continued extreme Israeli policies further escalate violence, extremism, and regional instability.The Syrian presidency also condemned the strike, calling it a “dangerous escalation against state institutions and sovereignty,” and urged the international and Arab countries to support Syria in the face of what it described as aggressive violations of...
May 02, 2025

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli airstrike near presidential palace in Damascus

Saudi Interior Ministry enforces penalties for unauthorized Hajj attempts
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The Ministry of Interior has begun implementing measures to prevent individuals without proper permits from entering Makkah and the holy sites during the Hajj season, warning of strict penalties for violators and anyone facilitating their entry or stay.According to the ministry, anyone caught performing or attempting to perform Hajj without a permit — including those holding any type of visit visa — will face a fine of up to SR20,000.Those who apply for a visit visa on behalf of someone intending to illegally perform Hajj, or who transport, accommodate, or assist such individuals, may face fines of up to SR100,000. This includes hotel operators, landlords, and anyone providing shelter or cover for unauthorized visitors in Makkah or the holy...
May 02, 2025

Saudi Interior Ministry enforces penalties for unauthorized Hajj attempts

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