The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Hajj booking system changes leave many Muslims disappointed

Many Muslims from Western countries miss out as Saudi Arabia’s Hajj authorities move pilgrimage bookings online.

Al Jazeera · Jun 29, 2022

‘Desperate’ Anthony Joshua aware of stakes as he prepares for rematch with ‘nightmare’ Oleksandr Usyk

‘AJ’ outlined the difficulty of facing southpaws as he and the unbeaten Usyk spoke at a press conference in London, ahead of their August rematch in Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2022

When is Hajj 2022? What is pilgrimage to Mecca and why do Muslims go?

The pilgrimage for Muslims known as Hajj runs over five days, but travel disruptions in Saudi Arabia meant worshippers may not be able to get to Mecca to complete their fifth pillar of Islam

Daily Mirror · Jun 29, 2022

Martin Boyle has 'no plans' to leave Saudi Arabia following relegation

FORMER Hibernian forward Martin Boyle has no plans to leave Saudi Arabia despite his club's relegation to the second tier of the Middle Eastern…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 29, 2022

PGA Tour and DP World Tour step up efforts to thwart LIV Golf

Both tours have been desperate to stem the tide of players who have been lured by the riches offered by the Saudi Arabia-backed series

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2022

Khalid al-Faisal to Asharq Al-Awsat: Spiteful Parties Are Undermining Saudi Role in Holding the Hajj

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal, Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Governor of the Makkah Region and President of the Central Hajj Committee, is overseeing the preparations to hold this year’s holy Hajj pilgrimage. He presided over a meeting of the Central Hajj Committee at Mina, extending his gratitude…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 29, 2022

So far, LIV golfers have been good at creating a buzz, collecting massive checks — and dodging hard questions

Pat Perez, 46, said he’s “been on the road longer than Matt Wolff has been alive ... I’m tired of being on the road."

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 28, 2022

Is Tommy Fleetwood joining LIV Golf Tour? Latest as golfer linked to Saudi-backed breakaway

Tommy Fleetwood may be the next golf star to join the Saudi Arabia backed golf tour

Liverpool Echo · Jun 28, 2022

Former Leeds United man relegated following Whites exit as supporters renew Elland Road debate

Alioski moved to Saudi Arabia side Al-Ahli last summer, but it has not gone to plan

Leeds Live · Jun 28, 2022

What Martin Boyle said about Hibs transfer return as Saudi Arabia future in doubt

The winger is a hero at Easter Road and left the club earlier this year for a money-spinning deal in Saudi Arabia, but that stint is already plunged into doubt.

Edinburgh Live · Jun 28, 2022