The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Jamal Khashoggi’s widow writes to Biden ahead of meeting with Saudi crown prince accused of orchestrating his murder

‘Speak your conscience, to do otherwise would betray those who cannot speak for themselves’

The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2022

Biden affirms human rights commitment as he warms to Saudis

President Joe Biden says he’s not changed his views on human rights despite his administration offering praise of Saudi Arabia for getting OPEC+ to step up oil production

The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2022

Hajj Ministry Announces Opening of Registration for Local Pilgrims

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced on Friday the opening of registration for pilgrims from inside Saudi Arabia. Eligible citizens and resident must not be older than 65 years of age and have a valid residence permit. The ministry added that priority will be given to those who have…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 3, 2022

Saudi Arabia, the Balance Point between Moscow, Washington in OPEC Agreement

The White House praised a major Saudi role in controlling oil markets, through a greater increase in the production of the OPEC+ alliance during July and August than previously announced. “We welcome the important decision from OPEC+ today to increase supply in July and August based on new market conditions,”…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 3, 2022

Saudi Arabia Approves Establishment of Holding Company to Raise Effectiveness of Saudi Health System

Saudi Arabia has agreed to a government decision to establish the Health Holding Company to raise the effectiveness of the performance of the system, and approve the organization of the National Health Insurance Center. According to official sources, the Ministry of Health will focus on regulating and supervising all public…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 3, 2022

Jared Kushner under congressional investigation for $2B Saudi investment with private firm

Kushner denies acting improperly over his firm's transaction with the wealth fund controlled by Saudi Arabia's crown prince.

Axios · Jun 3, 2022

‘Apocalyptic skies’: the dust storms devastating Gulf states and Syria

Rising frequency of storms due to climate crisis is causing more loss of life and more destruction, say experts

The Guardian - UK · Jun 3, 2022

Biden to visit Saudi Arabia in push to lower oil prices and punish Russia

This marks the president’s departure from his campaign promise of isolating Riyadh over the murder of columnist Jamal Khashoggi

The Guardian - US · Jun 2, 2022

White House praises Saudi royals on Yemen truce before expected Biden trip

The White House took the rare step of recognizing the role played by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in extending a ceasefire in Yemen on Thursday ahead of what is expected to be a trip to Riyadh by President Joe Biden.

Reuters · Jun 2, 2022

Increased attacks on people, places of worship in India: Blinken

Releasing the State Department’s 2021 Report on International Religious Freedom, Mr. Blinken cited Saudi Arabia, China, Pakistan and Afghanistan as other countries with religious freedom restrictions.

The Hindu · Jun 2, 2022