Author: Editorial Team
RIYADH — Several Arab countries and international and Islamic organizations condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including an attempt to target Riyadh with a ballistic missile and attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in Bish, Taif, Farasan and Yanbu. For countries, Kuwait, Egypt, Bahrain, Lebanon and Jordan issued separate statements condemning the attacks and expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia. Kuwait strongly condemned the attempted ballistic missile attack on Riyadh and attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in Bish, Taif, Farasan and Yanbu, describing the attacks as a flagrant violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty and a blatant breach…
Seasonal fodder cultivation forms a vital component of Najran’s agricultural landscape, underpinning food security and reinforcing local production across both the farming and livestock sectors. The region dedicates roughly 990 hectares to fodder crops, generating an annual yield of approximately 16,000 tons. Alfalfa and sorghum lead production; alfalfa serves as a staple feed prized for its high nutritional value, while sorghum’s drought tolerance, low water consumption, and fiber content have driven strong local demand. Fodder farming practices across the region continue to transition toward greater sustainability. Local growers are increasingly implementing water-saving technologies, precise irrigation management, and optimized planting schedules…
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A team of 350 male and female volunteers has mobilized to support operations for the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, scheduled in Jeddah from September 23 to October 6. Following specialized training and orientation sessions, the volunteers are deployed across stadiums and tournament venues to assist with crowd management, spectator services, protocol, media logistics, and transportation. Teams are stationed at stadium entrances, operational zones, and reception areas to support participating delegations, fans, and media personnel throughout the event. Source: Riyadh Daily
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A swimming championship for the Kingdom’s western clubs, organizations, and Olympic centers started on Thursday at the Ministry of Sport swimming pool in Jeddah. Organized by the Saudi Swimming Federation, the three-day tournament features athletes competing across diverse races and age categories to foster competitive experience and refine technical performance. The event is part of the federation’s broader programs aimed at identifying promising athletic talent, advancing aquatic sports, and preparing swimmers for future national and regional competitions. Source: Riyadh Daily
BEIRUT — Israeli warplanes launched fresh airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday, including an attack targeting an ambulance team responding to earlier strikes, Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported. Two airstrikes hit the Old Square neighborhood in the town of Nabatieh Al-Fawqa, according to NNA. A third strike targeted an ambulance team as it was heading to the site of the attacks. There was no immediate information on casualties. The strikes came despite a US-mediated framework agreement signed on June 26 that provides for a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory in exchange for the deployment of the Lebanese…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia will mark its National Day with a series of air, naval and ground displays across the Kingdom, alongside fireworks in nine cities, the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) announced. The celebrations, organized by the GEA in cooperation with several government and private-sector entities, began in Jeddah on Friday with an airshow that will continue through Sunday, Sept. 20. The Jeddah airshow features the Ministry of Defense, represented by the Royal Saudi Air Force and the Saudi Falcons aerobatic team, alongside a Saudia Boeing 787-9 and a flyadeal Airbus A320neo. In Riyadh, the main National Day show will…
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