3 d. ago Asia’s road to the 2026 world cup: Saudi Arabia and Qatar take center stage

Saudi Arabia and Qatar will host the crucial fourth round of Asia’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers this October. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced the decision on Friday. These two countries secured hosting rights after advancing to this important phase, showing their strong football capabilities. Along with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, Iraq, Oman, Indonesia, and […]

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3 d. ago Saudi Arabia condemns Israel’s strikes as middle east tensions reach new high

Israel launched airstrikes early Friday on Iran’s nuclear and military sites. The attacks aimed to stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Iranian media reported explosions at uranium enrichment plants and other locations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a “decisive moment” and said the operation will last several days. In response, Iran fired missiles […]

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4 d. ago Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli aggression against Iran, calls for int’l intervention

RIYADH –  Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned Israel’s military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran, labeling the action a

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4 d. ago Saudi crown prince MBS to skip Canada’s G7 summit amid controversy

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) will not attend the upcoming G7 Summit in Canada. A senior diplomat told Reuters that MBS did not provide a reason for declining the invitation. The summit will be held from June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis, a resort area in the Canadian Rockies. Although Saudi Arabia […]

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5 d. ago Saudi Arabia reopens Umrah visas for Pakistan, other countries

JEDDAH – Saudi Arabia has announced the reopening of Umrah visa following the successful completion of the Hajj season. According

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7 d. ago Ayaz Sadiq thanks Saudi crown prince for continued support to Pakistan

MAKKAH: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday and expressed gratitude for the kingdom’s consistent support to Pakistan during times of difficulty. The meeting took place during a royal luncheon hosted by the crown prince in honour of Muslim leaders visiting Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage. Sindh […]

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7 d. ago Ayaz Sadiq thanks Saudi crown prince for standing by Pakistan in tough times

MAKKAH – National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday and expressed deep gratitude for the kingdom’s unwavering support to Pakistan during difficult times. The meeting took place during a royal luncheon hosted for Muslim leaders visiting Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage. According to a statement from the […]

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9 d. ago Hania Aamir shares peaceful moments from Mina during Hajj pilgrimage

RIYADH – Lollywood star Hania Aamir took fans by surprise after she shared her first picture from Mina, Saudi Arabia,

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9 d. ago Pakistan and Saudi Arabia pledge to boost trade and investment cooperation

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to strengthening economic ties with Saudi Arabia, following his meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his recent official visit. The meeting took place on the blessed occasion of Eid ul Adha and focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and development. […]

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1 week ago PM, Field Marshal perform Umrah, offer prayers for prosperity of Pakistan, Muslim Ummah

Gates of Ka’aba opened for PM and his delegation, including Deputy PM, Interior Minister and Information Minister Two-day visit is focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in key areas between Pakistan and KSA MAKKAH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who is currently on a two-day state visit to Saudi Arabia, performed Umrah on the night of Thursday […]

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1 week ago PM Shehbaz performs umrah, holds key talks during Saudi Arabia visit

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif performed Umrah during his official visit to Saudi Arabia, following an invitation from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The visit marks a significant diplomatic engagement between the two brotherly nations. The prime minister was accompanied by a high-level Pakistani delegation. During the sacred pilgrimage, PM Shehbaz and his team offered special […]

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1 week ago Eidul Azha celebrated with great devotion across Saudi Arabia and Gulf countries

Eidul Azha is being celebrated today (Friday) with deep religious spirit and enthusiasm across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Gulf countries. Large gatherings for Eid prayers were held at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah, with millions of Muslims taking part in the sacred rituals. Imams at the two Holy Mosques […]

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1 week ago Missile defense system installed in Makkah to protect hajj pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has installed a surface-to-air defense missile system in Makkah. This step is taken to protect the pilgrims visiting for Hajj. The Saudi Ministry of Defense shared photos of the missile system. The ministry said the main goal is to guard the guests of God. Pilgrims’ safety remains a top priority for the Saudi […]

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1 week ago Shehbaz sharif to celebrate eid in Saudi Arabia, strengthen ties with Riyadh

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Saudi Arabia on a two-day official visit at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. During the visit, he will celebrate Eid al-Adha in the Kingdom and meet with the Crown Prince for high-level talks. According to Dawn News, the […]

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1 week ago Over 7,800 Pakistanis face passport cancellation after deportation for begging and illegal activities

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has started the process of canceling passports of more than 7,800 Pakistanis who were deported from various countries for begging and other illegal acts. Officials informed a Senate committee that these individuals were mainly expelled from Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar between 2019 and 2025. According to data from the […]

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1 week ago Pakistan International Airline announces 50pc discount on Saudi Arabia flights

KARACHI – In a major travel update for international passengers, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Tuesday announced a 50% discount

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2 w. ago Under scorching heat, over a million pilgrims gather in Makkah for hajj 2025

MAKKAH — More than 1.3 million Muslim pilgrims have arrived in Makkah ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, braving extreme desert heat as Saudi authorities intensify efforts to ensure a safe and orderly experience. The pilgrimage officially begins on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to soar beyond 40°C (104°F) this week. To prevent a repeat of […]

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2 w. ago Lahore launches Rs 76 crore streetlight repair project to boost safety

LAHORE – The city administration has rolled out a Rs 76 crore project to repair and restore over 272,000 streetlights across Lahore, aiming to enhance public safety and reduce energy wastage. The large-scale effort will be carried out in six municipal zones, with a key focus on improving night-time visibility and addressing long-standing complaints about […]

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2 w. ago New chapter for Syria: Saudi Arabia and Qatar to support state employees as sanctions ease

Saudi Arabia announced on Saturday that it will join forces with Qatar to provide financial support to Syria’s state employees, signaling a renewed commitment to aid the war-torn country’s reconstruction efforts. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud made the announcement during a press conference in Damascus alongside his Syrian counterpart Asaad Hassan […]

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2 w. ago Saudi Arabia and Qatar to fund salaries of Syrian state workers

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud said on Saturday that the kingdom will jointly offer with Qatar financial support to state employees in Syria. “The kingdom will provide with Qatar joint financial support to state employees in Syria,” Bin Farhan said during a press conference with his Syrian counterpart Asaad al-Shibani […]

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