Middle East

RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Commerce announced the recall of portable and magnetic batteries from ANKER products due to the possibility of their temperature rising, which may lead to the risk of a fire. The ministry called for stopping the use of power bank models such as A1642, A1647, …

A Palestinian woman reacts as she inspects the damage to a school sheltering displaced people after it was hit by an Israeli strike at Beach refugee camp in Gaza City, Sunday. REUTERS Palestinians view the damage inside a school sheltering displaced people after it was hit by an Israeli strike, …

Saudi Gazette report LONDON — British boxer Daniel Dubois made headlines on Saturday night by retaining his International Boxing Federation (IBF) heavyweight title with a stunning performance against Anthony Joshua, knocking him down multiple times and securing a knockout in the fifth round. The historic bout, attended by General Entertainment …

Saudi Gazette report ABHA — The Saudi U20 national football team began its campaign in the 2025 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers with a solid 1-0 victory against Palestine on Saturday at Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium in Abha. The match was closely contested from the outset, with both …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Portuguese coach Jorge Jesús emphasized that Al Hilal has achieved its initial goal of winning the Super Cup, but many objectives remain for the season ahead. Following a convincing 3-1 victory against Al Ittihad in the Saudi Clasico, the capital club now sits at the …

TEHRAN — At least 51 workers lost their lives in a coal mine explosion in northeastern Iran, local media reported on Sunday. The tragedy occurred Saturday night in Tabas, Khorasan province, when a rapid release of methane and carbon monoxide triggered the blast in two sections of the mine. Around …

BEIRUT — The US State Department issued a travel advisory on Saturday, urging Americans in Lebanon to leave while commercial flight options are still available. The advisory highlights the unpredictable nature of the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, as well as recent explosions throughout Lebanon, including in Beirut. “Due …

Saudi Gazette report NEW YORK — Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), participated in the high-level side event titled “Building a Better World Together: The Future of Humanitarian Work” at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79). …

The death toll from the Israeli air strike that targeted Beirut’s southern suburb has risen to 45, including three children and seven women, Lebanon’s health ministry said Sunday. “The number of dead has risen to 45 people,” Lebanons health ministry said on Sunday, updating an earlier toll of 38 from …

COLOMBO — For the first time in Sri Lanka’s history, the presidential election has entered a second round of counting after no candidate secured more than 50% of the vote. This unprecedented situation arises as the election commission begins to tally voters’ second and third choices, following an initial round …