MANAMA — Bahrain and Qatar on Sunday condemned Iranian missile and drone attacks, accusing Tehran of violating their sovereignty, while the United Arab Emirates said missile threats detected overnight remained outside its borders. Bahrain accused Iran of carrying out systematic aggression after missile and drone strikes targeted civilians. In a statement, the Bahrain Defense Force said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed several treacherous Iranian aerial attacks. “The armed forces, with all their forces and units, are at the highest level of readiness and ready to fulfill their defense duties in order to protect the country,” it said. The military…
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BANGKOK — At least 27 people were killed and 63 others were injured, eight of them critically, by a massive fire at a pub in Bangkok, late Sunday night. The fire started near the stage of the pub in the popular Chatuchak district 11.57 pm, then spread rapidly, cutting power and engulfing the room with smoke, when many customers were inside, eyewitnesses said. Footage posted online show panicked customers screaming as they fled – some with their clothes on fire – through the flame-enveloped front door of Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao. Firefighters, who arrived at the scene just after…
The Ministry of Economy and Planning today announced the beta launch of ‘INSAIGHTS’, an agentic artificial intelligence tool within the Data Saudi Platform, designed to create a transformative shift in the way users interact with and explore national data available on the platform. The launch of ‘INSAIGHTS’ represents a major milestone in the development journey of the Data Saudi Platform, the unified reference for economic and social data in the Kingdom. The tool enables users to transform questions into instant insights and analytics that support reliable, data-driven decision-making, drawing on more than 7,500 indicators and enabling decision-makers, researchers, analysts, and the…
DAMASCUS — Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa called for “a new chapter” in the country’s history on Sunday as the newly formed People’s Assembly convened for its inaugural session. “Today, Syria is writing a new chapter in its history — one that reflects its civilization, values, and heritage,” Sharaa said in an address to lawmakers, according to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). “Together, let us build the history of a modern Syria,” he added. Sharaa urged members of parliament to make the legislature “a model of responsibility and competence” by promoting dialogue, the rule of law, and respect for state…
KYIV — Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced her resignation on Sunday, shortly after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed plans to reshuffle the government. “I am proud to have had the honor of leading the government … Thank you to the entire government team for its work,” Svyrydenko wrote on Facebook. Earlier, Zelenskyy said on Telegram that Ukraine needs a renewed Cabinet and that he had discussed the planned changes with the outgoing prime minister. “We agreed that changes require the renewal of the cabinet. I thanked Yulia for her effective work as prime minister, for years of productive work as…
The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance organized, in coordination with the Maldives’ Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Endowments, a training course in Malé from Muharram 26 to 28, 1448 AH, bringing together more than 120 imams, khateebs, muezzins, and male and female students of Islamic knowledge. The course is part of the ministry’s overseas educational programs. The opening ceremony was attended by Saudi Ambassador to the Maldives Yahya Al-Qahtani, Maldives’ Deputy Minister of Islamic Affairs Sheikh Mutheeu Ismail Mohamed, and several officials from the Maldives’ Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Endowments. The course focuses on fundamental topics in Islamic studies,…
JEDDAH — Makkah Deputy Emir Prince Saud bin Mishaal received newly appointed Jeddah Mayor Ehsan Bafaqeeh at the governorate headquarters. Prince Saud congratulated him on the royal trust placed in him and wishing him success in serving the city and meeting the leadership’s aspirations. During the meeting, the two reviewed a number of municipal issues and discussed the municipality’s future plans. Bafaqeeh expressed his gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for the royal appointment, describing it as “a responsibility before it is an honor.” He said he…
RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate phone calls with his counterparts in Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Jordan to discuss regional developments, efforts to reduce tensions, and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Prince Faisal spoke with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Bahraini Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, and Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi. During the calls, the ministers reviewed the latest developments in the region and reaffirmed their condemnation…
JEDDAH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman have sent separate messages of condolence to Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani following the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. In his message, King Salman said he learned of Sheikh Hamad’s passing with deep sorrow, describing the former emir as a leader who “gave much to his country and his people.” The King extended his heartfelt condolences and sympathy to Sheikh Tamim, the Al Thani family, and the people of Qatar, praying that Allah…
An official meeting between the Saudi and Iraqi sides was held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the brotherly Republic of Iraq Dr. Fuad Hussein, with the attendance of several senior officials from both sides. During the meeting, they reviewed the fraternal relations between the two brotherly countries and explored ways to strengthen them across various fields. They also discussed the latest developments in the region and issues of mutual interest. The two sides emphasized the importance of respecting national…