The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 842 food baskets to the most vulnerable groups in Deir Al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, benefiting 5,052 individuals as part of its in-kind aid delivery project. The assistance is provided through the Saudi national campaign to support the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s continued commitment to delivering essential relief to affected families. Source: Riyadh Daily
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SEATTLE — Emam Ashour announced himself on the World Cup stage with a breakthrough goal as Egypt earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Belgium in its opening Group G match on Monday. The midfielder gave the Pharaohs a deserved lead in the 19th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to score his first international goal and put Egypt ahead against one of Europe’s traditional powers. Ashour’s strike marked only the second time Egypt has led a World Cup match and appeared to put the Africans on course for a famous victory. Egypt created several opportunities to extend its advantage but…
LOS ANGELES — Eight people aboard a US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber are believed to have been killed after the aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert on Monday. The US Air Force said initial indications suggested the crash was not survivable. “Initial indications are that the crash was not survivable,” Edwards Air Force Base said in a statement posted on social media. The aircraft went down at approximately 11:20 a.m. local time shortly after departing the base, located about 100 miles north of Los Angeles. The cause of the crash remains…
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) highlighted the traditional arts embodied in the making of the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa, coinciding with the Kiswa replacement ceremony at the beginning of the new Hijri year 1448 AH, through an enriching digital campaign that explored the artistic and aesthetic elements that have, for decades, formed part of the identity of this longstanding Islamic tradition. The campaign showcased several traditional arts associated with the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa, most notably the art of hand embroidery used in the Quranic verses and decorative motifs crafted with gold and silver threads, in addition to Arabic calligraphy…
MAKKAH — On the eve of the Islamic New Year, preparations have begun to replace the Kiswa (cover) of the Holy Kaaba. Islam’s holiest shrine will be adorned with the new Kiswa on Tuesday morning, the first day of Muharram, 1448 AH. The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, represented by the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa, has started on Monday night the process of replacing the Kiswa such as removing the gold-embroidered ornaments, decorative elements, lamps, and other embellishments attached to the Kiswa, as well as…
Riyadh — Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced on Monday that Tuesday, June 16, will be the first day of Muharram 1448 AH, marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year. “This decision follows the sighting of the new crescent moon on Monday evening,” the court said in a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency. Fasting on the Day of Ashura (Muharram 10) will be on Thursday, June 25. The Crescent Sighting Committee at the Supreme Court reviewed reports received from various courts across the Kingdom regarding testimonies of the sighting of the crescent moon of Muharram on the evening…
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) highlighted the traditional arts embodied in the making of the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa, coinciding with the Kiswa replacement ceremony at the beginning of the new Hijri year 1448 AH, through an enriching digital campaign that explored the artistic and aesthetic elements that have, for decades, formed part of the identity of this longstanding Islamic tradition. The campaign showcased several traditional arts associated with the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa, most notably the art of hand embroidery used in the Quranic verses and decorative motifs crafted with gold and silver threads, in addition to Arabic calligraphy…
PARIS — The Saudi pavilion was officially inaugurated at Eurosatory 2026, the Global Event for Defense and Security, in Paris on Monday. The General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) is organizing the pavilion from June 15 to 19, with participation of 10 Saudi entities from the public and private sectors. The exhibition convenes leading defense and security industry leaders from around the world, providing a platform to strengthen partnerships, exchange expertise, and showcase Saudi Arabia’s industrial and service capabilities across the military industries sector, according to a press statement issued by the GAMI. Governor of the GAMI Eng. Ahmad Al-Ohali…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Monday a phone call from Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi. During the call, the ministers reviewed the latest regional developments. They also discussed issues of mutual interest. Source: Saudi Gazette
The Higher Organizing Committee of the Saudi International Exhibition for Artificial Intelligence, Technology, and Digital Innovation, held under the theme “Saudi Makes Future,” has announced its official participation in WMF 2026 in Bologna, Italy, from June 24 to 26, 2026, as part of its international promotion and preparation campaign for the Riyadh edition scheduled for December 2026. This strategic participation aims to strengthen the international profile of Saudi Makes Future 2026 and position Riyadh as a leading regional destination for artificial intelligence, advanced technologies, digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and future-focused investment opportunities. The Riyadh edition is scheduled to take place from…