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Visa-free travel: Saudi Arabia, Russia ease entry rules

Mutual visa waiver opens 90-day stays as Riyadh and Moscow mark 100 years of ties

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All passport holders gain visa-free access, boosting tourism and business links

Hajj 2026: Here is what pilgrims need to know

From Ihram rules to Day of Arafah, here is a simple guide to Islam’s holiest pilgrimage

The Hajj pilgrimage offers believers a chance for forgiveness, renewal and spiritual peace.

Over 11,000 residency violators arrested in a week

Nationwide campaign against illegal residency intensifies

Saudi security forces intensified nationwide crackdown on labour and residency violators.

Saudi separates conjoined twins after 16-hour operation

The procedure was completed across 10 stages with the participation of 35 consultants

The operation is the third successful separation of conjoined twins from Tanzania and the 71st procedure carried out under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme.

Early Islamic inscription on Hajj route found in Hail

Discovery highlights early pilgrimage history

The Islamic inscription dates back to the first century Hijri along the historic Darb Zubayda pilgrimage route in the Hail region.

flyadeal suspends regional routes until end of May

Airline cites regional developments, offers rebooking options

flyadeal cancels regional flights amid Middle East tensions.

MSC launches Europe–Gulf corridor via Saudi ports

New route combines sea and land transport

Jeddah Islamic Port

Expat jailed over illegal drug promotion

Convicted of violating Practising Healthcare Professions law

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Health

LIV uncertainty opens door for PGA Tour returns

Saudi Arabia is set to end financial backing of LIV Golf next season

Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm may look for a return to the PGA Tour

11 people fined for illegal antiquities trade

Move aims to protect cultural heritage in the Kingdom

The Heritage Commission fined 11 violators for dealing in portable antiquities without obtaining the required regulatory licences.

74 escalators installed in Mina to ensure Hajj safety

Move aims to reduce congestion, enhance mobility for Hajj 2026

The initiative is designed to improve infrastructure and service quality at the holy sites, easing congestion and reducing physical strain on pilgrims, particularly the elderly and those with health conditions.

Ronaldo’s Al Nassr title hopes hit by setback

Al Nassr were left stunned by Al Qadsiah on Sunday night

Ronaldo's hopes for his first SPL title have taken a knock

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