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 ·

Saudi Arabia, Lithuania sign air transport services agreement

Saudi Arabia, Lithuania sign air transport services agreement

  • Riyadh, Vilnius to work together to develop regulatory frameworks
By Arab News ·

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 ·

Special Philippine navy tracks Russian submarine spotted in South China Sea   video

Philippine navy tracks Russian submarine spotted in South China Sea  

  • Manila has faced increasing territorial confrontations in disputed waters
  • Russia’s Kilo-class submarines are known to be among the stealthiest  
By Ellie Aben ·

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 ·