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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Arabs hate Iran, but fear an American attack

Saudi Arabia is preparing for a possible U.S. military attack on Iran by increasing its oil production and exports, according to Riyadh sources.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

4 Saudi Companies Plan to Enter the Riyadh Stock Exchange

Four Saudi companies are moving forward with plans to go public on the local financial market amidst uncertainty in investor confidence due to past market volatility.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Live.. Al-Hilal vs. Al-Ittihad match in the Saudi League

Al-Hilal faces Al-Ittihad in a crucial Saudi Pro League match, aiming to maintain their lead against close competitors.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Proposed US-Saudi pact could allow Riyadh to build nuclear weapons โ€“ report

A proposed US-Saudi nuclear cooperation deal raises concerns that it may enable Saudi Arabia to develop nuclear weapons due to insufficient nonproliferation safeguards.

Feb 21 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Report: The Evolving Nuclear Agreement Between the U.S. Will Allow Riyadh to Enrich Uranium

Saudi Arabia may enrich uranium as part of a developing nuclear agreement with the United States, according to an AP report.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Al Hilal vs Al Ittihad in the Saudi League: Date, Line-ups, and Broadcast Channels

Al Hilal faces Al Ittihad in a crucial match of the Saudi Pro League, aiming to maintain their lead amidst fierce competition.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The largest park in the world in the middle of the desert. A new project by the Saudis

Saudi Arabia is set to build the largest park in the world, the King Salman Park, in Riyadh as part of its broader transformation efforts despite economic challenges.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Washington, Jerusalem or Riyadh: The Place Where the Iranian Threat is Defined is of Crucial Importance

Ali Larijani discusses the importance of defining the Iranian threat and the potential benefits of normalizing relations with the United States.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinaโ€™s Middle East arms edge overshadowed by Turkey and South Korea at Riyadh show

China's military presence at the Riyadh defence show was overshadowed by more prominent displays from Turkey and South Korea, particularly in advanced aircraft demonstrations.

Feb 12 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

With International and UN Participation.. Riyadh Hosts Yemen Partners Meeting

Riyadh hosted a major international and UN meeting to support the recently formed Yemeni government.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

Artificial intelligence is increasingly used in the military industry

A military exhibition in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, showcases military innovations driven by artificial intelligence amid global tensions.

Feb 11 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

At the Riyadh Defense Show, Italy is Discussed with Crosetto

The World Defense Show in Riyadh showcases international defense innovations and highlights Italian involvement in military technology.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:03 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale Opens in Riyadh

The third edition of the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale has started in Riyadh, showcasing works from 68 artists across 37 nations.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian companies unveil SEEDIS autonomous interceptor capable of vertical take-off

Ukrainian defense firms have introduced the SEEDIS autonomous interceptor designed to counter enemy drones, showcased at the World Defence Show 2026 in Riyadh.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

China lifts veil on secretive underwater combat vehicle at Saudi Arabia defence show

China State Shipbuilding Corporation unveils the SDV-01, a new underwater combat vehicle, at the World Defence Show in Riyadh, aiming to expand its market presence in the Middle East.

Feb 10 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syria participates in the international coalition meeting against the Islamic State in Riyadh

The Syrian Foreign Minister and General Intelligence Chief arrived in Riyadh to join an international coalition meeting against ISIS, marking a significant return for Syria after years of absence.

Feb 9 โ€ข 04:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Al-Aimi: We have a chance for stability and are committed to addressing the Southern issue

Yemen's presidential council leader Rashad Al-Aimi emphasizes the opportunity for stability in Yemen and commitment to equitably address the Southern issue through upcoming dialogues in Riyadh.

Feb 8 โ€ข 08:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
World

Brandon Figueroa aims to defend his championship at the return event of 'Canelo' in September

Brandon Figueroa is set to make his first championship title defense on September 12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, during the 'Mexico vs. The World' event headlined by Canelo รlvarez's return to the ring.

Feb 8 โ€ข 00:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Sports

Jon Rahm is second behind rookie Elvis Smylie in the first LIV tournament of the season

Jon Rahm finished as the runner-up while rookie Elvis Smylie claimed victory in the first LIV tournament of the season in Riyadh.

Feb 7 โ€ข 20:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Saudi Arabia's 'Secret' Liquor Store: How to Gain Entry and Who Can Shop?

Saudi Arabia has initiated a historic change by allowing selected foreign residents to purchase alcohol from a secret store, despite its long-standing ban on alcohol sales since 1952.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Sports

Abraham Ancer fine-tunes his pulse and peeks at the title in LIV Golf Riyadh

After three rounds at LIV Golf Riyadh, Abraham Ancer is tied for fourth place with a score of -14, just two strokes behind the leaders, as he aims for victory in the final round.

Feb 7 โ€ข 02:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

REALITY CHECK: Saudi Arabia Halts Major Projects Left and Right: Now the World's Largest Cube has Been Braked

Saudi Arabia has suspended construction of the Mukaabi, a massive cubical skyscraper that was to be the centerpiece of the $620 billion New Murabba district in Riyadh, originally set for completion by 2030.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

SEEING FROM SPACE? โŸฉ See how powerful the world's largest planned building would actually be

The Mukaab project in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh, designed to be the largest building in the world, is currently in an uncertain state and may remain unfinished.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Merz's delegation had a flat tire on the minibus on the way to the airport in Riyadh

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's delegation encountered a minor incident with a flat tire on their minibus while heading to the airport in Riyadh, but all members arrived safely in Doha with only a slight delay.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
Sports

One of the greatest in history was powerless against Dinamo! He only cried out and lamented...

Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest footballers of all time, celebrates his 41st birthday in Riyadh, feeling disappointed with his team's inactivity during the transfer window.

Feb 5 โ€ข 05:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Journey to the Gulf: Friedrich Merz in Search of Money, Gas, and Power

The article discusses Friedrich Merz's visit to Riyadh, highlighting his quest for financial investment and energy resources amidst changing diplomatic protocols.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The German Chancellor Arrives in Riyadh at the Start of a Gulf Tour

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Riyadh for an official visit as part of a Gulf tour that will also take him to Doha and Abu Dhabi, where he met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for discussions.

Feb 4 โ€ข 19:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Riyadh and Ankara reject the formation of any parallel entities in Sudan

Saudi Arabia and Turkey jointly rejected the creation of any unlawful or parallel entities outside Sudan's state institutions and emphasized the importance of preventing the influx of illegal foreign weapons.

Feb 4 โ€ข 15:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Saudi Arabia invests in solar systems in Turkey

Saudi Arabia is investing $2 billion to build two solar power plants in Turkey, announced Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar during a visit by President Erdogan to Riyadh.

Feb 4 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

The Chancellor as Sales Representative: Merz and Business Leaders Touring the Gulf States

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to establish new strategic partnerships with wealthy Gulf states like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE as he embarks on a trip to Riyadh with a significant business delegation.

Feb 4 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Update on ยฃ36bn 'world's largest building' project as big as 20 Empire State Buildings

The Mukaab project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is set to become the world's largest building, with major developments reported about its construction.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Sports

What exactly bothers Ronaldo? New information denies rumors, but he is furious

Cristiano Ronaldo remains training with Al Nassr and has not left Riyadh, dismissing rumors of his strike, but he is unhappy about the club's inactivity in the transfer market and the controversial transfer of Karim Benzema.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
World

ILO urges action on inclusive labour markets

The International Labour Organisation has called for global action to promote inclusive labor markets, emphasizing social justice and equitable opportunities for everyone.

Feb 4 โ€ข 00:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

Erdogan's Tour in Riyadh and Cairo: Business, Alliances, and Power Games in the Middle East

Erdogan's recent tour in Riyadh and Cairo focuses on military cooperation, drones, and the Gaza situation amidst broader discussions of business and alliances in the Middle East.

Feb 3 โ€ข 20:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Erdogan and Bin Salman Discuss Bilateral Relations and Regional Issues

Turkish President Recep Tayyip ErdoฤŸan held talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to elevate bilateral relations and discuss regional matters.

Feb 3 โ€ข 18:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Erdogan-Bin Salman Meeting in Saudi Arabia Ahead of US-Iran Nuclear Talks

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met today with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss rebuilding Gaza and efforts to prevent escalation of Iran-US tensions amid the upcoming nuclear negotiations.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Reuters: Saudi Arabia will inject investments into a new private Syrian airline

Saudi Arabia is set to invest in a new private Syrian airline as part of a multi-billion dollar investment package, signaling a strengthening of relations between Riyadh and Damascus.

Feb 3 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Erdogan arrives in Riyadh to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Riyadh for an official visit to discuss deepening bilateral relations and regional developments with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Feb 3 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo 'strike' update as Al-Nassr CANCEL appearance amid transfer fury

Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly refused to play for Al-Nassr in protest against the club's transfer dealings, leading to his absence from the match against Al-Riyadh.

Feb 3 โ€ข 11:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

Saudi Arabia: The 2-kilometer skyscraper that will 'touch' the clouds

Saudi Arabia is planning an ambitious 2-kilometer tall skyscraper in Riyadh that will have 678 floors and hotels among the clouds, aiming to break all architectural records.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo refuses to play with Al Nassr in rebellion over this reason

Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly unhappy with Al Nassr's lack of transfer activity and refused to play in a recent match against Al Riyadh.

Feb 3 โ€ข 00:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Why Cristiano Ronaldo decided not to play today in the match between Al Riyadh-Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo chose not to participate in the Al Riyadh vs. Al Nassr match as a form of protest against the club's management and local authorities.

Feb 2 โ€ข 19:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
Sports

Ronaldo out of the squad in Saudi Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo is missing from Al Nassr's squad for the upcoming match against Al-Riyadh, with speculation suggesting that he may have chosen to sit out due to dissatisfaction with the club's management.

Feb 2 โ€ข 14:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Live Match of Al-Nassr against Al-Riyadh (0-0) in the Saudi Football League

Al-Nassr faces Al-Riyadh in a derby match as part of the Saudi Pro League with live updates provided.

Feb 2 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo goes on STRIKE with Portuguese star 'refusing to play for Al-Nassr'

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to sit out Al-Nassr's match against Al Riyadh in protest of the club's inaction in the transfer market.

Feb 2 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Mystery Surrounds Ronaldo's Absence from the Riyadh Match in the Saudi League

Cristiano Ronaldo's absence from Al Nassr's match against Riyadh has sparked controversy due to conflicting reports regarding the reasons for his non-participation.

Feb 2 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

King Salman of Saudi Arabia undergoes medical tests in a hospital, according to state agency

King Salman of Saudi Arabia, aged 90, underwent medical tests at a hospital in Riyadh, according to a state agency report.

Jan 16 โ€ข 12:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Yemeni Presidential Council commits to a fair solution to the Southern issue and accelerating the government's return to the country

The Yemeni Presidential Council pledged to address the Southern issue fairly through an upcoming Southern-Southern dialogue conference in Riyadh, emphasizing comprehensive representation without exclusion.

Jan 15 โ€ข 16:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Turkish Officials to Al Jazeera: We are Considering Joining the Saudi-Pakistani Alliance

Turkish officials have indicated that Ankara is considering joining the Saudi-Pakistani military alliance following a significant defense agreement signed in Riyadh in September 2025.

Jan 15 โ€ข 08:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Webuild, contract of 2.8 billion

Webuild has strengthened its presence in the Middle East by securing a new contract valued at approximately $2.8 billion for the extension of the Riyadh Metro Red Line in Saudi Arabia.

Jan 14 โ€ข 04:00 UTC

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