Middle East

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Fashion Commission highlighted the cultural dimension and national heritage related to camel products and the extent of their benefits in the world of contemporary fashion. The current potential of the camel leather market in Saudi Arabia stood at approximately $98.7 million annually. Based …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of 20,718 illegal residents during inspection raids carried out by its officials in all regions of Saudi Arabia during last week. The arrests were made during the joint field security campaigns carried out by security forces and the …

Saudi Gazette report LONDON — Al Ahli have secured the high-profile signing of England international Ivan Toney from Premier League side Brentford, with the striker agreeing to a contract that runs until 2028. Toney, 28, brings significant firepower to an Al Ahli attack already featuring stars like Roberto Firmino, Riyad …

Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Saudi national football team launched its training camp on Friday evening in Jeddah as part of preparations for the first and second rounds of the third stage of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Saudi Arabia will host Indonesia on September 5 …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Aligned for Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan (ALPS) Group called on the warring Sudanese parties to guarantee safe passage of humanitarian aid in the war-torn country. In a statement, the group reiterated their shared commitment to working with other international partners to alleviate …

Saudi Gazette report DAMMAM — Al Qadsiah Club has announced the signing of 19-year-old Spanish talent Iker Almena from Girona, as part of the club’s investment strategy under the ownership of Saudi Aramco. Iker expressed his gratitude to his former club in a post, thanking the management, staff, coaches, and …

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia is set to embark on a high-profile economic visit to East Asia, led by Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar AlKhorayef, from Sep. 1 to 8, 2024. The delegation aims to enhance bilateral relations, attract investments, and explore joint-venture opportunities in China and Singapore, aligning …

ADEN — The death toll from floods and heavy rains in Yemen’s western Al-Hudaydah province has climbed to 84, with 25 others injured. According to a statement by the province’s emergency committee, reported by the Saba News Agency, the floods have severely impacted the region since the beginning of August, …

Saudi Gazette report HAFAR AL-BATIN — A boy student was saved from a school bus after the driver locked the bus, leaving the child behind on board the bus in Hafar Al-Batin in the Eastern Province. A video of the child screaming for help from passersby to get him out …

MIAMI — Women’s tennis has found a promising advocate in American tennis star Coco Gauff, who has expressed her support for the sport’s expansion into Saudi Arabia. The 19-year-old, fresh off her triumph at the US Open, is emerging as an inspiration for young athletes, both on and off the …