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Oman’s Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs Shihab bin Tariq Al Said presents Military Order of Oman, Second Class, to Commander of the Royal Saudi Air Force Lt. Gen. Prince Turki bin Bandar on Wednesday.
Military Order of Oman, Second Class, conferred on Prince Turki bin Bandar
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman conferred the Military Order of Oman, Second Class, on Commander of the Royal Saudi Air Force Lt. Gen. Prince Turki bin Bandar. This is in recognition of his efforts and contributions to strengthening bonds of military cooperation between the two countries. The medal was presented by Oman’s Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, during his meeting with Prince Turki bin Bandar at his office in Al Murtafa’ah Camp, near Muscat in Oman on Wednesday. Saudi Ambassador to Oman Ibrahim bin Saad bin Bishan, the Saudi diplomatic mission, and its affiliated offices congratulated Lt. Gen. Turki bin Bandar for being awarded the Military Order of Oman, Second Class.
December 24, 2025

Military Order of Oman, Second Class, conferred on Prince Turki bin Bandar

The General Directorate of Passports issued 17,767 fines and penalties for residency and labor violations. (File photo: SPA)
Saudi Passports issues over 17,700 penalties for residency and labor violations
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports issued 17,767 administrative decisions against citizens and residents for violations of residency, labor and border security regulations during late November and December, the directorate said on Wesnesday. The penalties, issued through administrative committees at passport offices across the Kingdom, included imprisonment, fines and deportation. The directorate warned citizens, residents, business owners and individuals against transporting, employing or sheltering violators, or concealing them in any way. It also stressed that providing assistance in finding work, housing or transportation for violators is strictly prohibited. The Passports Directorate called on the public to cooperate by reporting violators of...
December 24, 2025

Saudi Passports issues over 17,700 penalties for residency and labor violations

Recent rainfalls filling Mahna Oasis with water, attracting visitors. (SPA)
NCM forecasts rain across multiple regions in Saudi Arabia through December 31
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast rainfall across several regions of Saudi Arabia from Wednesday, December 23, through Wednesday, December 31. According to the NCM, based on outputs from the Saudi Numerical Model, rainfall is expected in Makkah, Asir, Al-Baha, Jazan, Madinah, Riyadh, Tabuk, Al-Jouf, the Eastern Province, and the Northern Borders. The center did not specify the intensity or classification of rainfall expected in each region during the forecast period. The weather outlook follows a sharp drop in temperatures across large parts of the Kingdom, signaling the start of the winter season. Recent days have seen colder conditions, particularly in northern and central regions. The NCM has advised residents to stay updated through...
December 24, 2025

NCM forecasts rain across multiple regions in Saudi Arabia through December 31

Pakistani security officials and relatives attend the funeral of police officers killed in a gun and bomb attack in Karak, Pakistan, 23 December 2025. (EPA)
Saudi Arabia condemns attack on Pakistani police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia on Wednesday condemned the attack that targeted members of the Pakistani police in the Karak area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed the Kingdom’s categorical rejection of all forms of terrorism and extremism. The ministry said Saudi Arabia denounces all attempts to undermine Pakistan’s security and harm its people. The Kingdom also extended its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Pakistan, following the incident. Saudi Arabia wished safety and security for Pakistan and its citizens.
December 24, 2025

Saudi Arabia condemns attack on Pakistani police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Saudi astronomer explains why stars shine brighter in winter. (File photo — SPA)
Why stars shine brighter in winter skies, astronomers explain
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Stars appear noticeably brighter and more sharply defined during winter nights compared with other seasons, a phenomenon that is especially clear in December, January and February, according to the Jeddah Astronomical Society. The effect can be seen with the naked eye and is linked to the orientation of Earth’s night side relative to the Milky Way, the society said. Majed Abu Zahra, president of the Jeddah Astronomical Society, explained that during winter nights observers are looking toward the outer regions of the Milky Way’s spiral arm where the Sun is located. These regions contain fewer stars, resulting in lower background light and darker skies. “This reduced background illumination allows individual stars to stand out more clearly, appearing...
December 24, 2025

Why stars shine brighter in winter skies, astronomers explain

Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its support for all efforts to achieve peace, security, and stability in a manner that fulfills the aspirations of the Yemeni people.
Saudi Arabia welcomes Yemeni agreement on swap of prisoners
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia welcomed the agreement signed on Tuesday in Muscat to exchange prisoners and detainees in Yemen, saying that this is an important humanitarian step that contributes to alleviating human suffering and enhancing confidence-building opportunities.Saudi Arabia commended the sincere efforts and generous initiatives exerted by Oman in hosting and sponsoring the talks, as well as its support for the negotiating efforts conducted from 9 to 23 December 2025. The Kingdom also praised the efforts made by the Office of the United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and all parties who participated in these negotiations.Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its support for all efforts to achieve peace, security, and stability in a...
December 23, 2025

Saudi Arabia welcomes Yemeni agreement on swap of prisoners

Riyadh Public Transport Authority announced the prices for annual tickets on the Riyadh Metro and term tickets for students, effective from January 1, 2026.
Riyadh Metro announces annual and term ticket prices
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Riyadh Public Transport Authority announced the prices for annual tickets on the Riyadh Metro and term tickets for students, effective from January 1, 2026, as part of efforts to develop transport services and facilitate passenger movement in the capital city. The authority clarified that annual tickets are available to all passengers in both digital and plastic formats. These include the standard class ticket at SR1,260 and the first class ticket at SR3,150. It recommended purchasing tickets through a registered account to ensure safekeeping and easy retrieval when needed. The authority also announced the semester tickets for students, available to school and university students in both digital and plastic formats. These tickets are offered in the standard...
December 23, 2025

Riyadh Metro announces annual and term ticket prices

Abdul Salam Al-Sharari
Young Saudi’s bravery saves 6 teachers from certain death after their bus catches fire
Saudi Gazette reportDUMAT AL-JANDAL — A Saudi bus driver saved six female teachers from certain death after their bus caught fire following a traffic accident that occurred early on Sunday in the Abu Ajram area of Dumat Al-Jandal governorate in the northern Al-Jouf region. The driver, Abdul Salam Al-Sharari, said that that he managed to break the rear window of the bus and pull the teachers away from the flames one by one. The accident occurred around 6:00 a.m. on the Sakaka-Tabarjal road, after the bus carrying the teachers collided with a truck. The impact caused the front of the bus to catch fire, trapping the teachers inside amidst thick smoke. Al-Sharari explained that he was driving directly behind the bus, while another driver was ahead of him, when he witnessed the collision and...
December 23, 2025

Young Saudi’s bravery saves 6 teachers from certain death after their bus catches fire

Sheikh Faisal Nouman
Sheikh Faisal Nouman, renowned Muezzin of Prophet's Mosque, passes away
Saudi Gazette reportMADINAH — Sheikh Faisal bin Abdulmalik Nouman, Muezzin of the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, passed away on Monday evening. Funeral prayer for him was offered at the Prophet’s Mosque after Fajr prayer on Tuesday and his body was buried in Jannatul Baqi cemetery. Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais, head of the Presidency for the Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, offered condolences, on behalf of himself, the imams, muezzins, and religious teachers of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, and all staffers of the Religious Affairs Presidency, on the passing of Sheikh Faisal. Sheikh Al-Sudais prayed to God Almighty to shower His mercy on the deceased, grant him a place in Paradise, and reward him abundantly for his service and...
December 23, 2025

Sheikh Faisal Nouman, renowned Muezzin of Prophet's Mosque, passes away

The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has allocated dedicated passages for elderly people and persons with disabilities inside the Grand Mosque in Makkah.
Dedicated passages for elderly and people with disabilities at Makkah Grand Mosque
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has allocated dedicated passages for elderly people and persons with disabilities inside the Grand Mosque in Makkah. This is to facilitate their performance of worship and provide a safe and comfortable environment that enhances ease and comfort, as part of the authority’s ongoing efforts to improve the quality of services provided to pilgrims and worshipers. The authority noted that these passages have been carefully distributed in strategic locations to ease movement and reduce the hardship these groups may face when entering and exiting or moving between the different levels of the Grand Mosque. It noted that allocating these routes falls within an integrated...
December 23, 2025

Dedicated passages for elderly and people with disabilities at Makkah Grand Mosque

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