GCC, MWL Condemn Continued Terrorist Attacks on Saudi Arabia

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA
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GCC, MWL Condemn Continued Terrorist Attacks on Saudi Arabia

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi expressed his condemnation in the strongest terms of the continued terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia by Iran-affiliated militias in Iraq.

He stressed that these hostile acts represent a dangerous escalation, a flagrant violation of the Kingdom's sovereignty, and a direct threat to its security and stability, as well as to regional peace and security.

He underscored that the GCC states stand with the Kingdom, fully supporting all measures it takes to protect its security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

"The continuation of these terrorist assaults constitutes a direct threat to regional peace and security, undermining international efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions and consolidating security and stability," Albudaiwi stated.

The Muslim World League (MWL) also strongly condemned the continued attacks by the Iran-affiliated terrorist militias in Iraq against Saudi Arabia, including their attempt to target oil facilities in Eastern Region.

In a statement issued by MWL, Secretary General of MWL and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa reiterated his condemnation of these treacherous criminal attacks that violate all religious values, and international and humanitarian laws and norms.

On behalf of MWL's global councils, bodies, and institutions, as well as all Muslim peoples under its umbrella, Al-Issa reaffirmed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia in all measures it takes to deter aggressors, safeguard its security and sovereignty, and ensure the safety of its citizens and residents.



Bin Farhan, Rubio Sign Agreement Formalizing US Participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
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Bin Farhan, Rubio Sign Agreement Formalizing US Participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed an agreement on Friday formalizing Washington’s participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh as an official participant.

The agreement establishes a framework for both countries to move forward with preparations for the event, underscoring the expo’s commitment to promoting international cooperation and strengthening partnerships with participating nations.

The Saudi foreign minister also held talks with his US counterpart on the sidelines of the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting in Atlanta, Georgia.

The discussions covered the strategic partnership between the two countries, ways to expand cooperation in key areas of mutual interest, and regional developments. The ministers also exchanged views on efforts to address the challenges facing the region.


Coalition Downs 2 Drones Fired at Saudi Arabia

Coalition official spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Coalition official spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Coalition Downs 2 Drones Fired at Saudi Arabia

Coalition official spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Coalition official spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said it intercepted and destroyed on Saturday a drone fired by the terrorist Houthi militia at Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Region and another at the Southern Region. 

On Friday, the Coalition announced the interception and destruction of a ballistic missile and Cruise missile launched by the militia toward the Southern and Western Region, as well as two drones in the Makkah and Riyadh Regions.  

Coalition official spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki said that Saudi air defenses destroyed two ballistic missiles headed toward Riyadh and one in the Eastern Region on Thursday.  

Civil Defense teams responded to the fall of shrapnel from the two destroyed missiles in Riyadh, which resulted in a minor injury to a citizen and material damage to a house and a vehicle. 


Saudi Arabia Suspends Travel to and from Kenya as Precaution against Ebola

The Public Health Authority stressed that the health situation inside the Kingdom remains reassuring and under constant surveillance. (SPA)
The Public Health Authority stressed that the health situation inside the Kingdom remains reassuring and under constant surveillance. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Suspends Travel to and from Kenya as Precaution against Ebola

The Public Health Authority stressed that the health situation inside the Kingdom remains reassuring and under constant surveillance. (SPA)
The Public Health Authority stressed that the health situation inside the Kingdom remains reassuring and under constant surveillance. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia suspended on Friday travel by Saudi citizens to Kenya as part of precautionary measures to mitigate risks associated with the Ebola virus.

The measures include halting all visa issuance for individuals arriving from Kenya, and barring entry to travelers arriving directly from Kenya or transiting through third countries if they stayed in Kenya or any other country with an active Ebola outbreak within the 21 days preceding their arrival in the Kingdom.

These directives build upon preventive protocols implemented since July 2019 and reinforced in May 2026 for arrivals from high-risk countries.

Coordination is ongoing with local and international health agencies to evaluate risks, safeguard the health of citizens, residents, and visitors, and contribute to global health security.

In June 2026, the Kingdom suspended travel to and from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan, while tightening surveillance and entry-point screening for travelers arriving from neighboring areas.

The Public Health Authority stressed that the health situation inside the Kingdom remains reassuring and under constant surveillance. It confirmed that it continues to track regional and international epidemiological trends in coordination with relevant bodies, taking all necessary preventive measures to ensure response readiness and public safety.