photos Developing French President Macron arrives in Riyadh for official visit

French President Macron arrives in Riyadh for official visit

  • Was eceived at Al-Yamamah Palace by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
  • Two leaders held an expanded meeting for extensive talks
photos By Arab News ·

Update Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon, but tense ceasefire holds

Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon, but tense ceasefire holds

  • Attacks come days after US-brokered ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah went into effect
By AFP - Reuters ·

Analysis What to expect from French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Saudi Arabia

What to expect from French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Saudi Arabia

  • From cultural cooperation to resolving conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, Macron has much to discuss on state visit
  • The Elysee Palace has dubbed the visit “exceptional,” signaling the strategic importance of Franco-Saudi ties
By Arlette Khouri ·

Riyadh metro connects key urban centers, reducing car dependency in a city notorious for traffic congestion. (SPA/Supplied) photos

Right on time: Riyadh Metro engineers new era of urban mobility

  • The capital city’s new public transport system covers 176 kms of track
By MANAL AL-BARAKATI ·

UN chief says situation in Gaza ‘appalling and apocalyptic’

UN chief says situation in Gaza ‘appalling and apocalyptic’

  • Urged international community to “build foundation for sustainable peace in Gaza and across Middle East”
By AFP ·

Trump warns ‘hell to pay’ if Gaza hostages not freed before his inauguration

Trump warns ‘hell to pay’ if Gaza hostages not freed before his inauguration

  • Trump has vowed staunch support for Israel and to dispense with Biden’s occasional criticism
  • Israel’s retaliatory campaign post Oct. 7 has killed more than 44,000 people in Gaza
By AFP ·

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

  • Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary: This first cohort of electronic program graduates marks a step toward empowering national staff to face the challenges of modern media
  • Ceremony also featured the launch of the in-person global programs track in collaboration with international universities
By Arab News ·

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

  • Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary: This first cohort of electronic program graduates marks a step toward empowering national staff to face the challenges of modern media
  • Ceremony also featured the launch of the in-person global programs track in collaboration with international universities
By Arab News ·

Stars Aamir Khan, Emily Blunt to be honored at Red Sea Film Festival

Stars Aamir Khan, Emily Blunt to be honored at Red Sea Film Festival

  • They are receiving the festival’s Red Sea Honoree award in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the film industry
By Arab News ·
Special Saudi Pro League reveals vision for football growth, global impact

Saudi Pro League reveals vision for football growth, global impact

  • Speakers at World Football Summit highlight rapid progress in both men’s and women’s games in the Kingdom
  • Potential for investment in Saudi football is huge, Al-Hilal head coach Jose Herrera tells Riyadh forum
By Aisha Fareed ·