Author: Mahdeehassan

Riyadh, April 10, 2026, SPA — The ministers responsible for tourism in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states held an extraordinary meeting via videoconference on April 7, 2026, to monitor the latest developments in the region and review their potential implications for the tourism sector across the council states. The ministers of the GCC states reiterated their condemnation, in the strongest possible terms, of the unjustified and illegal Iranian aggressions that have deliberately targeted civilian infrastructure, including ports, airports, energy facilities, desalination plants, residential and commercial areas, and tourism facilitie

Jeddah, April 10, 2026, SPA — Jeddah Governorate will host the Round of 16 and final stages of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025-2026 season from April 13 to 25 at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium and Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium. The tournament will feature West Region Round of 16 matches in Jeddah on April 13 and 14 in a single-leg format, after being shifted from the home-and-away system. Participating clubs include Al-Hilal, Al-Ahli, and Al-Ittihad, as well as Qatar’s Al-Sadd and Al-Duhail, the UAE’s Al-Wahda and Shabab Al-Ahli, and Iran’s Tractor. Asian football fans are also turning their att

Riyadh, April 10, 2026, SPA — Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has launched five new logistics routes designed to enhance supply chain efficiency and integrate various transport modes. These routes link Arabian Gulf ports with the Kingdom’s central and northern regions, extending to the Red Sea and northern neighboring countries. By utilizing a multimodal network of road and rail, the initiative supports the National Transport and Logistics Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030 goals to establish the Kingdom as a global logistics hub. Managed through an integrated system, including the Riyadh Dry Port and key cargo yards in Dammam, Jubail, R

Hail, April 09, 2026, SPA — The Aja Mountains in Hail Region have been transformed into a verdant landscape following recent rains, creating a stunning natural spectacle that reflects the region’s environmental diversity and highlights its unique natural and tourist attractions. Vegetation has spread across the ravines and valleys, with seasonal grasses and wild plants flourishing, creating visually harmonious landscapes that complement the distinctive rock formations of the Aja Mountains. The recent rainfall has nourished the soil, promoting abundant vegetation growth in many areas. The Aja Mountains are among the most prominen

Riyadh, April 08, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Princess Fahda bint Falah Al Hathleen spouse of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques honored on Tuesday the winners of the eighth edition of the Princess Nourah Prize for Women’s Excellence. The winners were recognized across several theoretical and applied fields representing the prize’s categories. The ceremony was held at the Conferences and Seminars Center of Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. The themes of the eighth edition focused on topics reflecting national priorities and Saudi Visio

Jeddah, April 08, 2026, SPA — Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer arrived in Jeddah today. Upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, he was received by Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz and several other officials.

Riyadh, April 08, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Stock Exchange main index ended trading higher today, gaining 251.46 points to close at 11,339.00 points. The total value of trading reached SAR8.4 billion, with 407 million shares traded. The Saudi Parallel Market Index (NOMU) ended higher, gaining 344.31 points to close at 22,633.18 points. Trading value on NOMU reached SAR26 million, with more than two million shares traded.

Rafha, April 08, 2026, SPA — Historic Linah continues to strengthen its renewed presence in Northern Borders Region by reshaping its aesthetic landscape. This transformation is rooted in evoking its cultural and architectural heritage and aligning it with modern development goals, reflecting the area’s identity and enhancing its appeal as a tourist destination. Linah is witnessing rapid development efforts aimed at highlighting its unique historical character. These include enhancements to public spaces, the development of facilities and services, and the preparation of heritage sites to preserve their authenticity. The projects

Riyadh, April 10, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) recorded a 6.66% increase in transshipment containers in March 2026, reaching 148,192 TEUs, compared with 138,937 TEUs in the same period last year. Container throughput fell 34.85% to 456,606 TEUs, compared with 700,864 TEUs in the same period last year. Inbound containers declined 42.04% to 163,142 TEUs, while outbound containers dropped 48.20% to 145,272 TEUs. Total tonnage of general cargo, dry bulk cargo, and liquid bulk cargo handled fell 25.70% to 11,278,830 tons, compared with 15,179,503 tons in the same period of 2025. Passenger numbers rose 25.89% to 73,742,

Arar, April 09, 2026, SPA — Throughout history, camels have been essential to the economy of Northern Borders Region, serving as key means of transportation and trade along desert routes connecting northern Arabian Peninsula with Iraq, the Levant, and Egypt. Notable historical markets such as Linah and Al-Mashahda facilitated trade by providing hubs for caravans that relied heavily on camels to transport goods. The Uqaylat caravans were among the most prominent, traversing overland routes through northern Saudi Arabia, including paths that connected to Iraq and the Levant. The village of Linah played a crucial role as a trading center,