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Saudi Arabia: Planning Hajj 2026? Key updates, visa rules, Nusuk registration and important deadlines you shouldn’t miss | World News

[ad_1] Hajj 2026 preparations intensify with early visas, strict deadlines and Nusuk bookings as registrations cross 1.2 million globally / Image: file Saudi Arabia has accelerated preparations for Hajj 2026 (1447 AH), introducing earlier visa processing, stricter timelines and a fully digital system to manage millions of pilgrims.According to official timelines, Hajj is expected to […]

Saudi Arabia Travel Rules: Saudi Arabia travel ban: New ministry rules bring up to SR30,000 fine, 5-year ban for restricted countries | World News

[ad_1] Visit restricted countries? Saudi warns of SR30,000 fine, 2-year ban / Image: file Saudi Arabia introduced new travel regulations for its citizens, imposing financial penalties and travel bans on those who visit restricted countries without official approval. The updated rules fall under the Kingdom’s Travel Documents Law, which was implemented through executive regulations approved […]

Rare 1000-year-old Quranic manuscript unveiled in Saudi Arabia | World News

[ad_1] A rare manuscript written nearly a millennium ago has surfaced in Saudi Arabia, offering a detailed glimpse into early Qur’anic scholarship. The discovery not only highlights the depth of classical Islamic studies but also brings renewed attention to a vast archive of rare texts preserved for academic research.The manuscript, titled “Gharib Al-Qur’an” (Rare Terms […]

A stunning find in Saudi Arabia: 120,000-year-old footprints reveal where humans once walked | World News

[ad_1] Archaeologists have identified 120,000-year-old human footprints at the ancient lake site of Alathar in the Nefud Desert, Saudi Arabia. Ancient human artefacts discovered in the Nefud Desert demonstrate a long history of human habitation in the region. According to the research published in Science Advances, the site includes 120,000-year-old human footprints found at Alathar […]

Saudi Arabia restores 1 million hectares of land, plants over 159 million trees under green initiative | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia restores 1 million hectares of land, plants over 159 million trees under green initiative/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has marked a major environmental milestone, transforming degraded land into green cover at scale. The progress reflects a long-term national push to restore ecosystems, expand vegetation and tackle desertification.Saudi Arabia has restored one million hectares […]

Saudi Arabia issues unified helpline 992 for expired visa queries of stranded visitors unable to exit amid regional crisis | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia issues helpline 992 for expired visa status queries/Image: File Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports has directed visa holders to a single helpline for resolving status-related queries, as an earlier relief measure for expired visas approaches its final deadline. Unified helpline number for visa-related queries The General Directorate of Passports has stated […]

Jeddah hospital in Saudi Arabia achieves medical milestone: Robots take over paediatric surgery to treat rare Hirschsprung’s disease | World News

[ad_1] Doctors in Saudi Arabia used robotic surgery to treat a two-year-old child with Hirschsprung’s disease/Image: SPA Doctors in Saudi Arabia have carried out a complex robotic surgery on a two-year-old child diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease, a rare condition that affects how the bowel works.The child, who weighs around 10 kilograms, was treated at King […]

Saudi Arabia latest visa updates for stranded tourists: Fine-free exit, new extension rules amid Iran vs US-Israel war | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia grants visa exemption and fine free exit of stranded tourist/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has announced temporary measures to address the status of visitors whose visas have expired, offering flexibility to those unable to leave due to disruptions caused by the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran. The move comes as authorities respond to […]

Is Saudi Arabia calling the shots? Crown Prince MBS urging Trump to keep Iran war alive – report

[ad_1] Donald Trump with Saudi crown prince (Image/AP) As the war in the Middle East enters its fourth week, a new report has revealed that Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been urging US President Donald Trump to continue military operations against Iran. He described the conflict as a critical moment to reshape […]

Saudi Arabia launches integrated ship services in eastern region ports to support maritime operations | World News

[ad_1] Saudi ports announced new services to supply ships with fuel, water, food and crew support at Eastern Region ports/Representative Image As maritime activity faces disruptions across the region, Saudi Arabia has introduced a new initiative to streamline essential services for vessels, aiming to ensure operational continuity and strengthen supply chains. Saudi Arabia’s General Authority […]