The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Iranians find 'peace and safety' in Mecca during hajj

MECCA (SAUDI ARABIA) - Being in Mecca has been nothing short of blissful for Hassan Qadiri, where participating in the festivities of the hajj pilgrimage is a welcome relief after weeks of devastating war back home in Iran.

Bangkok Post · May 25

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners sought oil from Latin America and Africa as Middle East supplies faced disruptions. Imports from Venezuela, Brazil, Angola, and Nigeria increased. Russia remained a key supplier, though its share saw a dip. The UAE and Saudi Arabia saw increased imports. Overall oil imports in April remained steady but…

The Economic Times · May 25

10 Rarest Cats On Earth You’ll Hardly Ever See

When people think of cats, they usually imagine sleepy pets stretching on couches or tiny kittens chasing shadows around the house. But beyond the world of domestic cats exists another reality a hidden world filled with mysterious wild felines so rare that most humans will never see them in their…

Times Pets · May 25

Forget AC, scientists create salt & water cooling system that works without electricity, keeps temperature near fridge levels for 15 hours

Salt and water AC: Saudi Arabian researchers have developed a novel cooling system, NESCOD, that utilizes ammonium nitrate's endothermic dissolution in water to achieve rapid temperature drops. This off-grid technology, powered by sunlight for regeneration, offers a sustainable solution for refrigeration needs in areas lacking reliable electricity, potentially preserving food…

The Economic Times · May 24

Despite Middle East war, foreign pilgrims flock to Mecca for Hajj

Despite the war in the Middle East, foreign pilgrims have flocked to Mecca to participate in this year’s Hajj. According to officials, more than 1.5 million have already arrived in Saudi Arabia, surpassing last year’s numbers.

France 24 · May 24

U.S.-Iran Agreement Imminent — Strait of Hormuz Expected to Reopen, Oil Prices Set to Fall

The announcement, made via a post on Truth Social, came after a wide-ranging phone call with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain — a coalition of regional powers that have played a central role in mediating the 84-day conflict. Trump also…

Latin Times · May 23

Hajj pilgrim numbers surpass 2025 arrivals despite Middle East war

Over 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from outside the kingdom for the upcoming hajj, according to a Saudi official, exceeding the number of international visitors last year despite the war in the Middle East. Last year, the total number of pilgrims at the hajj reached 1,673,320, including…

The Economic Times · May 23

Millions are ditching traditional air conditioning for this new electricity-free cooling method

A groundbreaking cooling technology from Saudi Arabia offers a solution to rising energy costs. Researchers at KAUST have created Nescod, a system that uses ammonium nitrate and sunlight to cool without electricity. This innovation could significantly impact energy bills and provide reliable cooling for essential items like medicines and food,…

The Economic Times · May 23

Venus Remedies gets Saudi FDA approval for speciality oncology therapy

Venus Remedies Limited has secured its first global marketing authorization for its specialty oncology therapy, Plerixafor, from the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA). This hematopoietic stem cell mobilizer is crucial for patients undergoing stem cell transplantation for multiple myeloma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

The Economic Times · May 23

Saudi joins big cat alliance

NEW DELHI: Saudi Arabia on Friday joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) as its new member. So far, 26 of the total 95 big cats range countries have joined this treaty-based global entity as members.

The Times of India · May 22