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Published on 00:19 GMT

Sources: Trump set to offer Saudi Arabia $100B+ arms deal

Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images The United States is poised to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package worth well over $100 billion, six sources with direct knowledge of the issue told Reuters, saying the proposal was being lined up for announcement during …

Source: News.Az - Pro-Government
Published on 01:10 GMT

The dilemma of Mohammed Kudus: Prestige in Europe or big money in Saudi Arabia?

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 18: Mohammed Kudus of West Ham looks on during the Premier League match between West Ham United FC and Crystal Palace FC at London Stadium on January 18, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) European …

Source: Joy FM - Pending
Published on 05:35 GMT

India, Saudi Arabia hold Inaugural Army-to-Army Staff Talks, with focus on defence cooperation

The Inaugural Army-to-Army Staff Talks between the Indian Army and the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) took place in New Delhi from April 23-24, with the discussions centered around strengthening defence ties through the Annual Defence Cooperation Plan, …

Source: The News Mill - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Trump poised to offer Saudi Arabia over $100 billion arms package

The United States is poised to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package worth well over $100 billion, six sources with direct knowledge of the issue told Reuters, saying the proposal was being lined up for announcement during U.S. President Donald Trump's …

Source: APA - Pending
Published on 05:30 GMT

Trump set to propose over $100 billion arms deal to Saudi Arabia

Listen to article The United States is preparing to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package exceeding $100 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter. The proposal is expected to be announced during President Donald Trump's upcoming visit to the …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on 02:29 GMT

First Tabung Haji team arrives in Saudi Arabia for 2025 Haj preparations

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 — The first team of Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) personnel for the 1446H/2025M season arrived at the Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, here at about 8.10pm yesterday (2am Malaysia time). The team, consisting of 74 …

Source: Malay Mail - Neutral
Published on 00:17 GMT

Saudi Arabia: Expats Without Official Permits Now Banned From Entering Mecca

Saudi Arabia’s Directorate of Public Security has announced that expatriates without official permits are now barred from entering Mecca. Only individuals with: A Mecca-issued residency or work permit (iqama) Or an official Hajj permitwill be allowed entry …

Source: Gulf Insider - Neutral
Published on 00:17 GMT

Photos: Rare Sun Halo Dazzles Saudi Arabia Skies, Sparks Social Media Buzz

A stunning celestial spectacle lit up the skies of Saudi Arabia’s Aseer region this morning, as a rare sun halo formed a perfect, glowing ring around the sun. The breathtaking phenomenon, captured and widely shared on social media, stopped residents in …

Source: Gulf Insider - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Trump 'poised to offer Saudi Arabia $100b arms package'

Source: The West Australian - Center-right
Published on 02:14 GMT

Over 18 million pilgrims visited Saudi Arabia in 2024

He also said that the Nusuk app, which offers more than 100 digital services in 20 languages, has contributed to the issuance of more than 13 million permits to visit Al Rawda Al Sharifa, where the tomb of the Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him) is …

Source: Gulf News - Gov't Propaganda