Former Saudi national football team captain Sami Al-Jaber affirmed that Saudi Arabia has become one of the most frequent qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup™ finals in recent decades, having participated in seven of the last nine editions of the tournament, a journey that began most notably at the 1994 World Cup in the United States, when the Green Falcons made their debut and reached the Round of 16. In an interview with the FIFA podcast, Al-Jaber recalled memories from that generation, noting that his World Cup dream began while watching the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, following stars from…
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BURGENSTOCK, Switzerland — US and Iranian delegations arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for technical negotiations under the memorandum of understanding signed earlier this week to end the Middle East conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The talks in Burgenstock are being led by US Vice President JD Vance and, on the Iranian side, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, with Pakistan serving as mediator. Before departing on Saturday, Vance said US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were already in Switzerland to address the “technical elements” of the negotiations. Vance, who arrived at Emmen Air…
JEDDAH — Extreme heat is forecast to persist across the Madinah Region from Sunday through Wednesday, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). From June 21-24 (6–9 Muharram), temperatures of 45-47°C are expected to affect several parts of the region, including coastal areas. The center urged the public to follow guidance issued by relevant authorities, monitor weather updates and developments on its website and the “Anwaa” application, and adhere to preventive measures during periods of elevated temperatures. Source: Saudi Gazette
ATLANTA — Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal attended the Saudi national team’s final training session ahead of its World Cup match against Spain. The session, held in Atlanta, was conducted under the supervision of head coach Georgios Donis as the Green Falcons completed their preparations for the highly anticipated encounter. Source: Saudi Gazette
The Royal Commission for AlUla has invited farmers and families working in cottage industry to register and participate in Khayrat AlUla Seasons 2026-2027. The initiative is part of the commission’s ongoing efforts to support local production, empower agricultural entrepreneurs, and expand market access for AlUla products among visitors and consumers from within the Kingdom and abroad. The Khayrat AlUla seasons feature a series of specialized seasonal events, including the Summer Fruits Season, Dates Season, Bergamot Season, Citrus Season, Honey Season, and a dedicated date auction. The initiative aims to showcase the quality of local products, strengthen their competitiveness, promote agricultural output,…
The mobile medical clinic operated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) served 80 beneficiaries at Waalan Camp in Yemen’s Hajjah Governorate between June 3 and 9, 2026. The Epidemiological Diseases Control Clinic received 21 patients, while the Internal Medicine Clinic served 26 beneficiaries. The Emergency Clinic treated 16 cases, and the Reproductive Health Clinic assisted 11 beneficiaries. The Health Awareness and Education Clinic also served six beneficiaries. Supporting services included nursing care for 74 patients and the dispensing of medications to 74 beneficiaries. The Surgery and Dressing Department treated nine cases, and two medical waste disposal…
The Muslim Council of Elders has affirmed that the global refugee crisis remains one of the most pressing humanitarian challenges facing the world today, calling for intensified international cooperation to protect millions of people forced to flee their homes in search of safety due to war, conflict, disasters, and other crises. In a statement issued on the occasion of World Refugee Day, observed annually on June 20, the council emphasized that protecting refugees, safeguarding their rights, and ensuring dignified living conditions constitute humanitarian, moral, and legal responsibilities rooted in Islamic principles and universal human values. The council called on the international community…
RIYADH — American actor Giancarlo Esposito, best known for his acclaimed role as Gus Fring in the television series Breaking Bad, has embraced Islam during his stay in Saudi Arabia, according to General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Al-Sheikh. Al-Sheikh said Esposito recited the Shahada, the Islamic declaration of faith, and joined members of the production team in prayer at a mosque while filming in the Kingdom. The actor, who has enjoyed a decades-long career in film and television, is widely recognized for his performances in Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, The Mandalorian, and several Hollywood productions. His role as Gus…
TORONTO — Substitute Deniz Undav scored twice as Germany came from behind to defeat Ivory Coast 2-1 on Saturday and become the first team to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage. The four-time champions trailed for much of the match and were being outplayed before coach Julian Nagelsmann introduced Undav, Nadiem Amiri and Felix Nmecha just after the hour mark, a decision that transformed the game. “It’s important that everyone sees that even the players from the bench can decide games,” Undav said after scoring the equalizer and the stoppage-time winner. Undav leveled in the 68th minute…
HOUSTON — The Netherlands responded emphatically to the pressure of its opening-game draw by cruising to a 5-1 victory over Sweden on Saturday to move to the top of Group F at the World Cup. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals each as the Dutch produced one of the most dominant performances of the tournament after opening their campaign with a 2-2 draw against Japan. The victory lifted the Netherlands to four points and put Ronald Koeman’s side in control of the group ahead of its final match against Tunisia. “It could be that the way we played…