Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen Takes Part in Future Projects Forum in Riyadh

The SDRPY is showcasing 265 projects and initiatives implemented across Yemen at its pavilion. (SPA)
The SDRPY is showcasing 265 projects and initiatives implemented across Yemen at its pavilion. (SPA)
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Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen Takes Part in Future Projects Forum in Riyadh

The SDRPY is showcasing 265 projects and initiatives implemented across Yemen at its pavilion. (SPA)
The SDRPY is showcasing 265 projects and initiatives implemented across Yemen at its pavilion. (SPA)

The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) is participating in the new edition of the Future Projects Forum, which kicked off in Riyadh on Monday and runs through September 10.

The event brings together local and international participants and serves as a global platform connecting contractors and stakeholders with project owners from both the public and private sectors.

At its pavilion, the SDRPY is showcasing 265 projects and initiatives implemented across Yemen. The projects fall under eight key sectors: education, health, water, energy, transport, agriculture and fisheries, strengthening the capacities of the Yemeni government, and development programs.

Through its pavilion, the SDRPY is presenting its development experience in Yemen, highlighting the impact of its projects and initiatives in improving daily life, enhancing infrastructure in vital sectors, promoting sustainable development, supporting community stability, and building capacities to achieve comprehensive and lasting development outcomes.

The SDRPY’s projects and initiatives have contributed to boosting the private sector, stimulating construction, attracting investment, and supporting Yemen’s trade and economic activity by increasing imports and exports of goods and services.



Saudi, Swedish FMs Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA
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Saudi, Swedish FMs Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call on Sunday from his Swedish counterpart, Maria Malmer Stenergard.

During the call, they discussed the latest regional developments and their implications on security and stability.

Sweden expressed its solidarity with Saudi Arabia, condemned the Iranian attacks, and showed appreciation for the Kingdom's efforts in assisting with the evacuation of its citizens.


UAE: More Than 1,500 Missiles and Drones Intercepted Since Start of Attacks

FILE - A black plume of smoke rises from a warehouse in the industrial area of Sharjah City following reports of Iranian strikes in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on March 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri, File)
FILE - A black plume of smoke rises from a warehouse in the industrial area of Sharjah City following reports of Iranian strikes in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on March 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri, File)
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UAE: More Than 1,500 Missiles and Drones Intercepted Since Start of Attacks

FILE - A black plume of smoke rises from a warehouse in the industrial area of Sharjah City following reports of Iranian strikes in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on March 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri, File)
FILE - A black plume of smoke rises from a warehouse in the industrial area of Sharjah City following reports of Iranian strikes in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on March 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri, File)

The UAE said its air defenses detected 17 ballistic missiles on Sunday -- destroying 16, while one fell into the sea -- and intercepted 113 of 117 drones detected, with four falling inside the country.

Since the start of the Iranian attacks, 238 ballistic missiles have been detected. Of these, 221 were destroyed, 15 fell into the sea and two landed within the country, the Ministry of Defense said.

A total of 1,422 Iranian drones have also been detected, of which 1,342 were intercepted, while 80 fell within the country’s territory. Eight cruise missiles were also detected and destroyed, it said.

The attacks resulted in four deaths among Pakistani, Nepalese and Bangladeshi nationals, and 112 people sustained moderate to minor injuries, the ministry added.


Saudi Arabia: 2 Dead, 12 Injured as Projectile Falls in al-Kharj

The Saudi Civil Defense logo
The Saudi Civil Defense logo
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Saudi Arabia: 2 Dead, 12 Injured as Projectile Falls in al-Kharj

The Saudi Civil Defense logo
The Saudi Civil Defense logo

The Saudi Civil Defense said Sunday evening that a military projectile that fell onto a residential area killed two foreign-born residents and wounded 12 others in al-Kharj governorate.

The Civil Defense spokesperson said in a statement that the two killed were of Indian and Bangladeshi nationality, and all wounded are Bangladeshi residents.

The directorate emphasized that attempts to target civilian objects constitute a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law, adding that standard protocols for such incidents were immediately implemented.