The US has given the green light for a massive $3.5 billion arms sale to Saudi Arabia, including 1000 advanced AIM-120C-8 air-to-air missiles. This deal aims to bolster security in the Gulf region, according to the US Defense Department.

US State Department approves $3.5 billion missile sale to Saudi Arabia

According to Pakistan's Daily Dawn newspaper, 4,700 beggars have been deported from Saudi Arabia. Khwaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan's Federal Minister for Defence, stated that there are about 22 million beggars in Pakistan, generating an annual income of at least Rs 42 billion. He expressed concerns that the rising number of beggars is harming the country’s image abroad while addressing members of the Pakistan Ready-Made Garments Manufacturer and Exporters Association in Sialkot.

Saudi Arabia deports nearly 5,000 beggars from Pakistan

Saudi Arabia is making a bold move onto the world film stage with the announcement of five major productions under its new Riyadh-based studios. Turki Alalshikh revealed a high-profile slate of epic films aimed at positioning the kingdom as a global cinema powerhouse. With state-of-the-art infrastructure and world-class ambitions, Saudi Arabia is staking its claim in international filmmaking.

Saudi Arabia unveils global film ambitions with major Riyadh studio launch

Saudi Arabia on Sunday kicked off worldwide Eid al-Fitr celebrations to mark the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Watch in the visuals!

Saudi kicks off Eid al-Fitr celebrations to mark end of Ramadan

After 12 hours of negotiations, US-Russia talks on Ukraine ended without a breakthrough. President Zelensky has accused Moscow of making "hollow statements about peace" as Russian missile strikes on Sumy leave 88 injured. With tensions rising, is a resolution still possible, or is the conflict set to escalate further? Watch this report for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky accuses Moscow of making 'hollow statements about peace

US and Russian officials concluded four hours of Ukraine-related talks in Riyadh, with both sides expressing cautious optimism. Despite no European participation, both nations hailed the discussions as positive and crucial for ongoing diplomacy.

Russia: Talks with US 'positive' after four-hour meeting

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky insists no agreements without Ukrainian consent

Saudi Arabia is making significant strides in green innovation, with the country accounting for nearly 75% of West Asia's investment in climate technology startups. This includes a focus on energy solutions, where Saudi Arabia has invested $363 million in climate-friendly energy technologies. Watch in for more details!

Saudi’s Green Tech Promises: Can They Deliver On Desertification?

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salmans slams Israel’s war in Gaza. Mohammed bin Salman condemns Israel’s occupation in Gaza, calling it ‘genocide’. Statement comes as one of the harshest public criticisms of the country by a Saudi official. Watch to know more!

Gaza War: Saudi Crown Prince Condemns Israel’s Occupation In Gaza | WION Originals

Saudi Arabia's top military official arrived in Tehran on Sunday for talks with Iranian officials, state media reported, in a rare high-level meeting since the countries restored ties last year.

Saudi military chief visits Iran for rare high-level defence talks

Riyadh air, the new saudi airline set to commence operations in 2025, has announced a significant $1.3 billion credit facility to bolster its financial position as it gears up for launch. The financing agreement, secured with a consortium of eight banks, includes an initial $800 million revolving credit facility and an option for an additional half a billion dollars.

Riyadh Air Secures $1.3 BN Credit Boost

Beneath the clear waters of the Red Sea off Jeddah, a Saudi couple "took the plunge" — exchanging wedding vows in a stunning underwater ceremony. The couple, Hassan Abu Ola and Yasmine Daftardar, were surrounded by vibrant coral reefs and exotic marine life as they started their new life together in a romantic, unique and unforgettable ceremony.

Saudi couple takes the plunge with stunning underwater wedding

A Saudi court sentenced a retired teacher to 30 years in jail for criticising the government on social media, less than two months after his death sentence was overturned, his brother said on Tuesday.

Saudi man escapes death penalty, gets 30 years’ jail sentence for criticising government on social media

To diversify its economy away from oil and make it a more appealing location to live, work, and vacation, Saudi Arabia has undertaken $1.3 trillion worth of real estate and infrastructure projects over the last eight years.

Saudi Arabia's vision 2030 in focus

Saudi Arabia will lower the price of its premium oil grade for its primary Asian market for October due to growing fears about falling demand. State-owned Saudi Aramco will sell its Arab light oil to customers in Asia for 1.30 dollars per barrel. That is a cut of 70 cents compared to the regional norm.

Saudi cuts October crude oil price to Asia as demand wanes | World Business Watch | WION

Saudi Arabia has announced new business regulations designed to enhance transparency and attract foreign capital. The updated investment law will provide stronger protections for investors by ensuring the rule of law, fair treatment, and the freedom to transfer funds without delay.

Saudi Arabia eases business regulations, targets $29 bn FDI in 2024

Saudi Aramco is expanding its investments in China as part of a strategic push to transform more of its crude oil into chemicals. This move is set to include additional investments in chemical plants in China this year and next.

Saudi Aramco targets more chemical plants in China

Chinese investors are pouring money into two new Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) that track Saudi Arabian shares. This is driven by the demand surge for international assets due to the terrible performance of domestic stocks.

'Game-changer' Saudi: Strong market debut for Saudi ETFs in China

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman was received by his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun in Beijing on Tuesday. A reception was held for Prince Khalid who is on an official visit to the country.

Saudi defence minister meets Chinese counterpart in Beijing; ministers discuss strategic ties

The death toll during the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia has surpassed 1,000 this year amid scorching heat, AFP reported on Thursday (June 20). Out of the reported deaths, over half of them were unregistered worshippers who perished due to intense heat while performing the annual rituals in the holy city of Mecca.

Hajj pilgrims death: Toll surpasses 1,000 amid day temperature soaring above 50 degrees

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky made an unannounced visit to Saudi Arabia the Ukrainian president met the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and held talks focusing on this week's Peace Summit.

Zelensky lands in Saudi Arabia for an unannounced visit; holds talks with Saudi Crown Prince

The United States is anticipated to remove its embargo on the transfer of offensive weaponry to Saudi Arabia, possibly in the upcoming weeks. According to a person familiar with the situation, Washington had already told Saudi Arabia that it was ready to withdraw the restriction.

US set to lift 2021 ban on offensive weapons sales to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is developing a futuristic city- 'NEOM'. The nation is clearing all obstacles. One of the obstacles is residents on land. Saudi ‘Arabia has approved 'lethal force’ to clear residents from land for a futuristic city.

Saudi Arabian forces to 'kill' residents to clear land for its futuristic city Neom

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman Al Saud is likely to visit Pakistan in the second week of May, according to reports. This will be the first visit by the Saudi Crown Prince to the country in five years.

Saudi Crown Prince likely to visit Pakistan this month

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