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The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia accused of banning women’s rights activists from leaving the country

Former political prisoners face lengthy travel restrictions to stop them speaking out, says human rights organisation

The Guardian - UK

Magnus Carlsen shows how Saudi Arabia gobbles up global sports stars

The outstanding chess player of his generation is the latest figure to be associated with a kingdom that uses entertainment to pacify the public

The Guardian - US

‘Total infiltration’: How plastics industry swamped vital global treaty talks

Petrostates and well-funded lobbyists at UN-hosted talks are derailing a deal to cut plastic production and protect people and the planet

The Guardian - UK

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Apple's Online Store Is Now Live In Saudi Arabia, Flagship Stores Coming By 2026

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has officially expanded its retail presence into Saudi Arabia by launching the Apple Store online and app, introducing direct customer support in Arabic.

Benzinga

The go-between: how Qatar became the global capital of diplomacy

The long read: The tiny, astonishingly wealthy country has become a major player on the world stage, trying to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. What’s driving this project?

The Guardian - UK

What Happened to Saudi Arabia's 'Sleeping Prince'? Royal Dies After 20 Years in Coma

Saudi's 'Sleeping Prince' Al-Waleed bin Khaled dies at 36 after 20 years in coma from 2005 crash. Funeral held 20 July 2025. Funeral held 20 July.

International Business Times UK

Global Tributes Pour In After Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’ Passes Away

“No matter how rich, strong, powerful and popular, you are still weak and mortal. Be kind and humble.”

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Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Agree Sancho Sale; Barcelona Eye Shock Rodrygo Move

Jadon Sancho, Rodrygo, Darwin Núñez, Ibrahima Konaté, Vinicius Junior and Morgan Rogers headline the gossip.

Sports Illustrated

GTA 5 finally launches in Saudi Arabia and the UAE 12 years after its global release — will be age-rated 21+ as part of the new regulatory framework

GTA 5 was released worldwide in 2013. Now, almost 12 years later, gamers in Saudi Arabia and the UAE can finally enjoy the game legally, as it launches in the region under a new 21+ age rating.

Tom’s Hardware

10 unique tours and experiences for the 2027 'eclipse of the century'

From "Star Wars" film sets to baboons in Saudi Arabia, here's how to experience the "eclipse of the century" in style on Aug. 2, 2027.

Space

‘Keeping us hooked on fossil fuels’: how can we negotiate with autocracies on the climate crisis?

The bulk of global greenhouse gas emissions come from countries that are not democratic, and many big oil and gas exporters are also authoritarian

The Guardian - UK

It took 12 years, but Grand Theft Auto 5 is now legal in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia gets GTA 5 before we get GTA 6.

PC Gamer

Granit Xhaka ‘Offered Premier League Return’ After Saudi Arabia Snub

Bayer Leverkusen expect a final answer from Xhaka in the coming days.

Sports Illustrated

2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia AFC qualifiers revealed

The draw for the fourth round of AFC qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been made in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.

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The Guardian - UK

‘There’s a bit of a queue forming’: how UK firms are enticing buyers for the next generation of fighter jets

Inside the hangars where robots are poised to keep the UK a top-tier military nation and continue more than a century of building military aircraft

Euronews

Future Palestinian state a place for women and respect for law, claims foreign minister

Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Shahin said any future Palestinian state will be pluralistic, with respect for any deal on a two-state solution for Israel and adherence to international law. She said the Palestinian Authority is on a path to root out corruption, which she admitted "takes time".

The Independent UK

A first look at Aman Resort’s new Saudi Arabia hotel, Amansamar

The luxury brand is opening three new sites within Saudi Arabia

Autosport

Qiddiya showcases the future of motorsports at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Qiddiya City partnered with the legendary Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend to showcase its plans to place automotive and motorsport culture at the centre of a brand new Saudi Arabian entertainment, sports and culture hub.

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The Independent UK

Esports World Cup begins in Saudi Arabia with record-breaking £51.5 million prize pot

The tournament will take place in Boulevard City, Riyadh

Al Jazeera

Iran’s FM Araghchi, Saudi Crown Prince MBS hold ‘fruitful’ talks in Jeddah

Tehran’s top diplomat Abbas Araghchi visits Saudi Arabia for the first time after Iran’s 12-day war with Israel.

Euronews

Ronaldo, Magnus Carlsen and a $70 million cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

This year’s Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia is pulling in global icons like Magnus Carlsen and Cristiano Ronaldo - proving its status as a booming, mainstream phenomenon.

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia executing ‘horrifying’ number of foreigners for drug crimes

Hundreds put to death for non-violent drug offences over past decade, with little scrutiny of Saudis, says Amnesty

Barchart

Crude Prices Climb on Energy Demand Optimism and Middle East Tensions

August WTI crude oil (CLQ25 ) Monday closed up +0.93 (+1.39%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ25 ) closed up +0.0336 (+1.59%). Oil prices recovered from early losses on Monday and rallied to 2-week highs after Saudi Arabia raised prices for its main crude grade for buyers in Asia next month...

Barchart

Energy Demand Optimism and Houthi Rebel Attacks on Red Sea Shipping Boost Crude Prices

August WTI crude oil (CLQ25 ) today is up +0.59 (+0.88%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ25 ) is up +0.0243 (+1.15%). Oil prices today recovered from early losses and rallied to 2-week highs after Saudi Arabia raised prices for its main crude grade for buyers in Asia next month by...

The Independent UK

Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran joins new club after just six months in Saudi Arabia

The Colombia forward has joined Fenerbahce on a year-long loan deal, having left Aston Villa for Al-Nassr in January.

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