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A stunning find in Saudi Arabia: 120,000-year-old footprints reveal where humans once walked

Archaeologists have identified 120,000-year-old human footprints at the ancient lake site of Alathar in the Nefud Desert, Saudi Arabia. Ancient human artefacts discovered in the Nefud Desert demonstrate a long history of human habitation in the region. According to the research published in Science Advances, the site includes 120,000-year-old human…

The Times of India

Airline axes Saudi Arabia flight route a year after launch

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The Independent UK

Virgin Atlantic scraps flight route only a year after its launch

Virgin’s service from London to Riyadh will no longer operate after 7 April

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Saudi Arabia launches special operations rooms for overseas Umrah pilgrims as arrivals surge over 214% since 2022

Saudi Arabia has launched a new operations room to manage a surge in Umrah pilgrims, with 18 million arrivals this year, a 214% increase. This initiative, in collaboration with aviation and other agencies, aims to enhance pilgrim experience and safety. The Umrah and Ziyarah Forum highlights sector growth, with over…

The Times of India

This country has no rivers and still survives: Here’s how Saudi Arabia does it

It is known for its desert, high temperatures, and lack of water resources. Among the most interesting geographical features of Saudi Arabia is the fact that it does not have permanent rivers.

The Times of India

What is the ‘Gate of Tears’? Key shipping route that could be attacked by Houthis and disrupt global economy

The Bab al-Mandab strait has been a vital shipping route for Saudi Arabia since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Jazeera Airways resumes flights to Jeddah, launches service to Karachi and new routes via Saudi Arabia

Kuwait's major carrier Jazeera Airways, has announced numerous new plans in the past few days in an attempt to strengthen its connectivity to regional and international locations while also ensuring passenger convenience.

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Pressure, not peace yet: How Saudi, UAE, Kuwait want the Iran war to go

The United States’ Gulf allies, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, have reportedly urged US President Donald Trump to continue military action against Iran, arguing that Tehran has not been sufficiently weakened by the monthlong US-led bombing campaign, according to American, Gulf, and Israeli officials.

The Times of India

BBC accused of making ‘propaganda’ films for Saudi sovereign wealth fund

Critics say films lauding country’s attitude to women and green credentials could damage corporation’s reputation

The Guardian - UK

Islamabad talks signal emergence of new four-nation bloc in Middle East

Unlikely grouping of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey steps up efforts to broker ceasefire and curb dominance of Iran and Israel

The Guardian - UK

What is Saudi Arabia’s $4.7 billion ‘artificial lake’ plan in Trojena, and why is it now on hold

New Artificial Lake (Mountain of NEOM), Artificial Lake (Trojena), Artificial Lakes, to be built in the Trojena Mountains, that will be 2,000 meters high, within the NEOM project and 2.8 kilometres long. While the original engineering plan for this new destination required 3 dams to create a continuous body of…

The Times of India

Weather tracker: Thunderstorms drench UAE and Saudi Arabia

Abnormally strong jet stream triggers deluge in Middle East, while north Africa braces for 60-80mph gusts

The Guardian - UK

Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain 'fighting back': Trump claims Gulf nations '100% on US side' against Iran

President Trump declared Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain are fully aligned with the US against Iran, stating they are "100% on our side." He noted these Gulf nations were surprised by Iran's missile and drone attacks but are now fighting back effectively. The ongoing conflict, now in its…

The Times of India

Trump says deal could be reached 'soon' as Iran warns against US ground invasion

Iran launched strikes on Kuwait and Saudi Arabia after Iranian electrical facilities came under attack, cutting power to parts of Tehran and surrounding areas. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claims the war has achieved regime change and a deal could be reached "soon" with Tehran.

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Iraq World Cup 2026 squad: Graham Arnold's 26-man selection ahead of group stage test against Norway

Iraq named their World Cup 2026 squad after beating Bolivia for a place at the finals

The Independent UK

The US has opened up Pandora’s box in the Middle East, and possibly only Iran will benefit

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: With the Houthis controlling the Red Sea – and Iran the Strait of Hormuz – the global economy would be facing disaster

The Times of India

Pakistan deputy PM Ishaq Dhar falls while welcoming Egyptian FM to Middle East peace talks, video goes viral

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar stumbled on the red carpet while receiving Egypt's foreign minister in Islamabad. This occurred ahead of crucial de-escalation talks with Turkey and Saudi Arabia focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restoring global shipping flows amid the Iran war.

The Times of India

Middle East crisis: Mediators gather in Pakistan for talks on ending month-long Iran war

Top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt met in Pakistan over the weekend. They discussed ending the Middle East conflict. Fighting continued with US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Iranian missile and drone attacks. Iran rejected a US peace proposal. The conflict has caused over 3,000 deaths across the region.…

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Al-Baha goes dark: Saudi city observes 'green hour' to cut carbon emissions

Al-Baha Municipality in Saudi Arabia participated in the "Al-Baha Green Hour" initiative, switching off non-essential lights for an hour to promote energy conservation and environmental protection. This local effort aligns with the broader Saudi Green Initiative, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and encourage responsible energy use among residents and in…

Evening Standard

US plots Iran ground assault as 10,000 troops ready and Marines surge into Middle East

Pentagon prepares for ‘major escalation’ that could last weeks as war-gamed plans move forward, Houthi attacks widen the conflict and fears grow over global oil and trade routes being hit

The Guardian - UK

Israeli strikes and US troop buildup put Pakistan’s peacemaker role under pressure

Islamabad is attempting high-wire diplomacy between US and Iran, but Israel could spoil any chance of success

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia restores 1 million hectares of land, plants over 159 million trees under green initiative

Saudi Arabia has achieved a significant environmental milestone, restoring one million hectares of degraded land and planting over 159 million trees as part of the Saudi Green Initiative. This progress, driven by national coordination and modern techniques, strengthens biodiversity and ecosystem resilience, setting the stage for future ambitious targets.

The Times of India

'Provided satellite images': Zelenskyy alleges Russian link behind Iranian strikes on US bases in Middle East

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed that Russia captured satellite images of US air bases in the Gulf region, including Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, “multiple times” ahead of an Iranian attack.

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia issues unified helpline '992' for expired visa queries of stranded visitors unable to exit amid regional crisis

Saudi Arabia's passport directorate now offers a single helpline, 992, for visa status queries, especially for those expiring by February 25, 2026. This comes as a relief measure for stranded visitors, with an April 18, 2026 deadline for extensions or departure. Act now to avoid penalties.

The Independent UK

Iran-backed Houthis enter the monthlong war and could further threaten global shipping

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have entered the monthlong war in the Middle East and claimed they launched missiles toward Israel

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