Middle East

Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Saudi national team began its campaign in the third round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Indonesia at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah. The visiting team took the lead in the 19th minute when …

Saudi Gazette report GUANGZHOU — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al-Khorayef has invited Chinese companies to invest in promising industrial sectors identified in Saudi Arabia’s National Industrial Strategy, including automotive, food, pharmaceutical, and aviation industries. The invitation was extended during a roundtable meeting organized by the Federation of …

Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — After much anticipation from Al-Ittihad fans and Saudi football supporters, Belgian club Beerschot officially announced the signing of Saudi internationals Faisal Al-Ghamdi and Marwan Al-Sahafi from Al-Ittihad. The players were seen in the club’s white and purple jerseys in widely circulated photos on social media …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Development Authority announced the rare discovery of three breeding colonies of Eurasian Griffon vultures on World Vulture Awareness Day. The Griffon vulture, listed as endangered in the Middle East, plays a critical role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by …

Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Italian coach Roberto Mancini, the head coach of the Saudi national team, has expressed concern over the lack of consistent playing time for Saudi players in the Saudi Pro league, pointing to missed opportunities as a significant problem for the team. Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Mahd Sports Academy has inaugurated the first educational school that integrates academic education with athletic training, offering students the opportunity to develop their skills and future careers in the sports sector. Located at the Olympic Complex in Riyadh, the school was opened in partnership …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Culture and the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) have signed an agreement unveiling a series of joint executive and planning projects that align with the aspirations of Saudi Vision 2030, focusing on enhancing quality of life and developing human capabilities. Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman …

Saudi Gazette report MILAN — Saudi Arabia views Italy as a strategic ally in its efforts to deliver green energy, including renewable hydrogen, to Europe, according to Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih. The Kingdom aims to enhance its low-carbon production capabilities as part of its broader strategy to diversify its …

More than 700,000 people have been impacted by flooding across South Sudan, the UN’s humanitarian agency said, warning the number affected was rising daily.“Floods have caused extensive damage to homes, crops and critical infrastructure, disrupting education and health services and increasing the risk of disease outbreaks,” said UN humanitarian agency …

The Israeli occupation forces withdrew from the city of Jenin and its refugee camp in the early hours of Friday morning, after ten days of a violent military aggression. The assault, described as one of the bloodiest since 2002, resulted in the murder of 21 Palestinians, including children and elderly …