New Year’s Eve celebrations in Iraq result in 132 injuries, 1 fatalities
The Iraqi Ministry of Health reported that 132 individuals sustained injuries due to fireworks during the New Year's Eve festivities...
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Bassam Noor appointed as new CEO of SICO Capital in Saudi Arabia
SICO Capital, a prominent GCC asset manager and investment bank, has appointed Mr. Bassam Abdulaziz Noor as the Chief Executive...
Mancini announces 30 players preliminary list for Asian Cup
In preparation for the upcoming 2023 Asian Cup, Saudi Arabia's national football team, led by coach Roberto Mancini, has unveiled...
Israelis, Palestinians face grim future as war persists
Israel and Palestine remain locked in a prolonged conflict with no signs of abating. Israeli airstrikes relentlessly targeted Gaza on...
Pro-Palestine campaigners call for Gaza ceasefire on New Year’s Eve
Pro-Palestine activists worldwide have urged for a ceasefire in Gaza, transforming New Year’s Eve celebrations into a collective call for...
Ministry of industry to announce soon strategy to develop human capabilities in industrial, mining sectors
Deputy Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Human Capacity Development, Eng. Faris Alsaqabi, revealed that the Ministry of Industry...
3.9 million Saudis registered in employment market in 3Q
The Saudi employment market saw a registration of 3.9 million individuals, as reported by the General Organization for Social Insurance...
Turkish Super Cup clash in Riyadh axed over agreement breach
The highly anticipated Turkish Super Cup football match between Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray in Riyadh faced cancellation, officially confirmed by Riyadh...
Iraq looks to win its second continental title in 2023 AFC Asian Cup
The Iraqi national football team has been poised for a pivotal endeavor as it seeks to secure its second continental...
UN Security Council adopts resolution urging appointment of special envoy for Afghanistan
The United Nations Security Council endorsed a resolution advocating for the designation of a special envoy to engage with Afghanistan...
Israeli strikes intensify in south Gaza as Hamas delegation heads to Cairo for truce talks
Israel has launched intensified airstrikes on south and central Gaza, particularly targeting Khan Yunis. The move comes as Egypt prepares...
Pro-Iran Shiite parties secure majority in Iraq’s provincial elections
In the aftermath of Iraq's provincial vote on December 18, the electoral commission has unveiled the final results, revealing a...
Pakistan bans New Year’s Eve celebrations as a gesture of solidarity with Gaza
In a televised address on Thursday evening, Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar announced a complete ban on New Year's Eve celebrations...
Israeli shelling claims dozens of lives near Gaza hospital
Israeli shelling near a southern Gaza hospital has resulted in the loss of 41 lives over the past two days,...
SAIP implements new trademark guidelines for Saudi Arabia
The Board of Directors of the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has made a pivotal decision regarding the use...
Iranian Petroleum Minister confirms Iran, Iraq share same views on OPEC
Iran's Minister of Petroleum, Javad Owji, affirmed a synchronized approach between Iran and Iraq concerning OPEC, signaling a harmonious stance...
Israeli embassy removes controversial video depicting imaginary Hamas attack in Seoul
The Israeli embassy in South Korea has taken down a video portraying a fictional scenario involving masked assailants attacking Koreans...
Marsh, Smith lead Australia’s fightback with gritty partnership, securing commanding lead against Pakistan
Mitchell Marsh's resilient 96, accompanied by a steadfast Steve Smith, spearheaded Australia's recovery, establishing a formidable 241-run lead over Pakistan...
Israel escalates attacks in Gaza, death toll surges
In the latest developments in the ongoing conflict, Israeli forces have intensified their attacks in the Gaza Strip, focusing on...
Madinah Municipality completes 70-km bike paths to promote healthy living
In a significant stride towards promoting healthier lifestyles, the Municipality of Madinah has successfully unveiled an extensive network of 70...
Israel intensifies offensive in Gaza, targets central, southern areas
In a significant escalation of its military campaign against Hamas, Israel launched extensive airstrikes across central and southern Gaza. The...
Turkey launches airstrikes on 71 targets in Iraq, Syria in retaliation for soldiers’ deaths
Turkey has conducted a series of airstrikes hitting 71 sites allegedly linked to Kurdish groups in Syria and Iraq. Defence...
Al Nassr secures dominant 5-2 victory in Clasico showdown against Al Ittihad
Al Nassr asserted their dominance with a historic 5-2 triumph over hosts Al Ittihad, narrowing the point gap with league...
Saudi Arabia achieves WHO certification for trans fat elimination
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), has successfully obtained the World Health Organization...
US conducts airstrikes on Iran-backed militia targets in Iraq
In a responsive move to repeated assaults on coalition forces in Iraq and Syria, US military troops launched airstrikes against...
Deadly Strike on Gaza refugee camp draws condemnation from WHO
In a somber visit to a Gaza hospital on Monday, World Health Organization (WHO) staff witnessed the aftermath of deadly...
Israeli airstrike claims life of senior Iranian commander in Syria
Iranian media reports confirm the death of Seyyed Razi Mousavi, a seasoned military adviser to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps....
Tragedy strikes in Paris suburb as authorities launch homicide probe
French prosecutors have initiated a homicide investigation following the grim discovery of five bodies in the town of Meaux, located...
Baghdad denounces US strikes in Iraq as ‘hostile act’
Baghdad has officially condemned recent US airstrikes in Iraq, labeling them a "hostile act." The denouncement follows the Pentagon's announcement...
Israeli Foreign Ministry denies residency permits to two UN staff members
Israel's Foreign Minister, Eli Cohen, has issued a directive to deny residency permits to two United Nations staff members. This...
Israeli forces conduct airstrikes targeting Hamas in Gaza strip
The Israeli army confirmed the targeting of Hamas positions, including an attempt to eliminate a Hamas commander in Khan Younis...
Hezbollah launches attack on Beit Hillel military base in Israel
Hezbollah, the Lebanese armed group, has claimed responsibility for an assault on Israel's Beit Hillel military base situated east of...
Hamas urges International Criminal Court action against Israel following Gaza conflict
Hamas has called on the International Criminal Court (ICC) to take immediate action, holding Israel accountable for alleged war crimes...
Israeli forces demolish agricultural facility near Salfit
Israeli forces executed the demolition of an agricultural facility situated near Salfit in the northern expanse of the occupied West...
Iraq to pay for imports from Turkey in Iraqi dinar
Iraq and Turkey have solidified their commitment to the recent agreement on financing foreign trade, as announced by Wadee Al-Handal,...
Iraq commits to extending oil production cuts until March 2024
In an official statement released on Friday, the Iraqi Oil Ministry has confirmed its decision to extend oil production cuts...
Palestinians recount ‘torture’ in Israeli army custody
In a press conference held on Sunday, two Palestinians, has recently been released from Israeli army custody in the Gaza...
Iraqi faction strikes Israeli gas platform in mediterranean, tensions escalate
The Israeli army reported intercepting a drone last week over the Mediterranean Sea near Lebanon, preventing its entry into Israeli...
Saudi Arabia welcomes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza aid
The Saudi Foreign Ministry has warmly received the recent approval of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2720. This crucial resolution...
Syrian churches unite in solemn Christmas observance amid Gaza crisis
In a somber display of solidarity with the suffering Palestinians in Gaza, Syria's major churches have scaled down Christmas festivities,...
King, Crown Prince congratulate Libyan Presidential Council President on Independence Day
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has sent a cable of congratulations to Libyan Presidential Council President Dr....
KSrelief distributes essential food aid in Gaza refugee camp
The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) partnered with the Palestinian Red Crescent to distribute crucial food supplies...
Media minister opens screening of wildlife documentary ‘Horizon Saudi Arabia’
Minister of Media Salman Al-Dosari officially inaugurated the premiere of 'Horizon Saudi Arabia,' the latest wildlife documentary crafted by the...
Manchester City secures historic Club World Cup victory with 4-0 triumph over Fluminense
In a groundbreaking achievement, Manchester City clinched their inaugural FIFA Club World Cup title in a spectacular 4-0 win against...
First artificial heart transplant surgery in Iraq completed successfully
The Nasiriyah Heart Center achieved a groundbreaking milestone with the successful completion of Iraq's inaugural artificial heart transplant surgery. This...
Shanghai Electric wins contract to alleviate water scarcity in Iraq
In a significant move to address the severe water shortage in Basra, Iraq, the Chinese state-owned company, Shanghai Electric, has...
Israel’s extensive use of 2,000-pound bombs in Gaza raises concerns over civilian casualties
In the initial month of its conflict in Gaza, Israel deployed hundreds of 2,000-pound bombs, with analysis by CNN and...
Iraq dispatches 10m liters of fuel to Gaza through Egypt
The Iraqi government has officially announced the dispatch of a fuel tanker carrying 10 million liters to Gaza via Egypt....
Iraq’s MidPoint signs escalator deal with Saudi Arabia’s Mayar Holding in Iraq
Gulf Elevators and Escalators Co. Ltd. (GEEC), a subsidiary of Mayar Holding Co. in Saudi Arabia, has formalized an exclusive...
Israel expands evacuations in Gaza amid ongoing diplomatic efforts for truce
Israel issues evacuation orders for additional areas in southern Gaza's main city, Khan Yunis. The United Nations reports that over...
Saudi Arabia reports swift spread of JN.1 variant, no surge in ICU admissions
The Public Health Authority of Saudi Arabia (Weqaya) has informed the public about the rapid dissemination of the JN.1 variant,...
LuLu Saudi Hypermarkets celebrates milestone achievement at Saudi retail forum
LuLu Saudi Hypermarkets, the rapidly expanding retail giant, showcased its journey to the 100-store milestone at the Saudi Retail Forum...
Iraq, Turkey engage in high-level talks on security collaboration
Iraqi Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, has arrived in Ankara for a crucial meeting with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan...
Hamas leader heads to Egypt for ceasefire talks as Israel signals willingness for negotiations
The head of Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, based in Qatar, is expected to lead a high-level delegation to Egypt on Wednesday...
UN security council set to vote on long-pending Gaza resolution
Amidst escalating tensions and a deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the United Nations Security Council has scheduled to vote on...
Iraqi leader, Sayyid Ammar Al-Hakim, offers condolences in Kuwait
Sayyid Ammar Al-Hakim, leader of Iraq's Alliance of National State Forces, paid a visit to Kuwait to express condolences for...
Iraq plans 50% increase in crude oil supplies to China for project funding
A high-ranking Iraqi official has unveiled plans to boost the country's crude oil supply to China by 50 percent. This...
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev greenlights agreements with Iraq on political consultation, tourism
President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan has officially endorsed the Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at fostering collaboration between Azerbaijan and...
Israel continues airstrikes on Gaza amid accusations of deliberate starvation
In the ongoing conflict sparked by Hamas attacks on October 7, Israel has intensified its bombing campaign in Gaza, facing...
Appeal verdict looms in trial of former Iranian official in Sweden
A Swedish appeals court has set to unveil its verdict on Tuesday in the trial of Hamid Noury, a former...