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Qatar’s PM Says Gaza Ceasefire at Critical Moment

Gulf Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, attends a session on the opening day of the Doha Forum, an annual diplomatic conference, in Doha on December 6, 2025. (Photo by MAHMUD HAMS / AFP)

Qatar’s PM Says Gaza Ceasefire at Critical Moment

Qatar’s Prime Minister on Saturday said the Gaza ceasefire has reached a “critical moment” as its first phase winds down, with the remains of just one Israeli…

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Gulf Rafah border crossing (Reuters file photo)

Arab, Muslim States Alarmed by Israeli Plan to Move Gazans to Egypt

Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye and Qatar said on Friday they were deeply concerned over Israeli statements…

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Gulf Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani co-chair the Executive Committee meeting of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council. SPA

Saudi FM, Qatari PM Co-Chair Coordination Council Executive Committee Meeting

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Thursday with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh…

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Gulf Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. GCC

Albudaiwi: GCC is a Global Investment Magnet, Driven by Stability and Economic Strength

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi stated that the strategic geographical location, political stability, and strong…

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Gulf Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during her speech (Saudi Al-Ekhbariyah). 

Gulf–Italian Drive to Build Platform for Deeper Partnerships

Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa reaffirmed the Gulf Cooperation Council’s determination to strengthen its partnership with Italy, underscoring the…

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Gulf The 21st edition of the IISS Manama Dialogue 2025 (BNA) 

‘IISS Manama Dialogue’ Concludes, Addresses Political Transformations, Security Challenges

The 21st edition of the IISS Manama Dialogue 2025 concluded on Sunday, featuring sessions that addressed key political transformations and regional and…

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Gulf Emir of Kuwait Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah meets with Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng in Kuwait City on Sunday. (KUNA)

Kuwait, China Talks Discuss Expanding Cooperation, Latest Developments

Kuwait and China stressed their keenness to develop cooperation on the basis of mutual benefit and elevate their strategic partnership. Emir of Kuwait Meshal…

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Gulf Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah - File Photo

Saudi FM, US Secretary of State Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Matters

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday, the Saudi Press…

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Gulf The Saudi Foreign Minister met on Sunday with UK’s Foreign Secretary in Riyadh. SPA

Saudi FM, UK Foreign Secretary Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Sunday with UK’s Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper in Riyadh. During the meeting…

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Gulf A photo released by Ali Larijani’s website shows him receiving Oman’s interior minister at the Iranian National Security Council headquarters in Tehran on Monday

Muscat Calls on Washington and Tehran to Restart Talks

The Sultanate of Oman, which has served as mediator in recent dialogues between the United States and Iran, has publicly urged both sides to return to the…

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Gulf Group photo of officers participating in the workshop (Ministry of Defense)

Military Discussions Held at Global Workshop in Riyadh

The 18th edition of the Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) kicked off in Riyadh on Saturday, organized by Saudi…

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Gulf Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi holds talks with Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in Cairo on Thursday. (Egyptian Presidency)

Egypt, Kuwait Discuss Means to Bolster Cooperation, Rebuild Gaza

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi received in Cairo on Thursday Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah for talks on bolstering…

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Gulf Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uruguay Mario Lubetkin.

Saudi FM Discusses Relations, Global Developments with Uruguayan Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, met in Riyadh on Thursday with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uruguay, Mario Lubetkin…

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Gulf Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa (L), Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, (C) and Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani meet in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Sponsors Syria’s Recognition of Kosovo

In a major diplomatic move and with Saudi sponsorship, Syria officially recognized Kosovo as an independent, reflecting a significant diplomatic shift. …

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Gulf The drill seeks to bolster relations with participating nations and exchange military expertise across various fields - SPA

Saudi Royal Air Force Participates in Joint Military Exercise in UAE

The mixed air exercise Aerial Warfare and Missile Defense Center (ATLC-35) kicked off in the United Arab Emirates with the participation of the Royal Saudi Air…

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Gulf Syria's interim President Ahmed Al-Sharaa (L) speaks during the Future Investment Initiative (FII9) conference in Riyadh on October 29, 2025. (AFP)

Sharaa: Saudi Arabia Is a Destination for Economists, Syria’s Key to the World

Syrian interim President Ahmed Al-Sharaa underlined on Wednesday Saudi Arabia’s “major importance to the region”, describing it as “Syria’s key to the world.” …

Gulf The two sides reviewed relations between the two friendly countries - SPA

Saudi Crown Prince Holds Talks with Chinese Vice President

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, also Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, met with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng at the Royal Court in Al…

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Gulf Palestinians inspect the site of an overnight Israeli strike on a house, in Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, October 29, 2025. REUTERS/Mahmoud Issa

Qatar Prime Minister Condemns Gaza Violence

Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani on Wednesday described an attack on Israeli soldiers in Gaza and the strikes in response by…

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Gulf OIC Expresses Concern over Recent Developments in Sudan

OIC Expresses Concern over Recent Developments in Sudan

The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expressed deep concern over the recent developments in Sudan and strongly condemned…

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Gulf Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi

GCC Sec-Gen: GCC States Commit to Economic Unity and Global Hub Status

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi affirmed that the GCC states are exerting significant efforts to enhance economic…

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Gulf Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)

Saudi Leadership Congratulates President of Türkiye on Republic Day 

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent on Wednesday a cable of congratulations to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on…

Gulf A displaced Sudanese woman who fled el-Fasher after the city fell to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), rests in the town of Tawila in war-torn Sudan's western Darfur region on October 28, 2025. (AFP)

MWL Condemns RSF Crimes against Civilians in Sudan's El-Fasher 

The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned on Tuesday “the horrific crimes and violations targeting civilians during recent attacks by the Rapid Support…

Gulf  A general view of people sitting at a camp for displaced families who fled from el-Fashir to Tawila, North Darfur, Sudan, October 27, 2025. (Reuters)

Saudi Arabia Condemns Humanitarian Violations in Sudan’s El-Fasher

Saudi Arabia expressed on Tuesday its deep concern and deep condemnation of the “grave humanitarian violations that have taken place during recent attacks by…

Gulf Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Reiterates Support for Diplomatic Efforts to Peacefully Resolve Conflicts

The Saudi government underlined on Tuesday the Kingdom’s support for diplomatic efforts aimed at peacefully resolving conflicts and establishing international…

Gulf Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa meets with Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Minister of State and Member of the Cabinet Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiba in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia, Syria Discuss Bolstering Ties, Security Cooperation

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa held talks in Riyadh on Tuesday with Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Minister of…

Gulf The officials emphasized the crucial need to empower the Palestinian Authority and provide support for its budget - SPA

Palestinian Prime Minister Meets with Saudi FM on FII9 Sidelines

Prime Minister of Palestine Dr. Mohammad Mustafa met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah at his residence in Riyadh on…

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Gulf Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met with Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince Meets Prime Minister of Pakistan on FII9 Sidelines

Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, met on Monday with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad…

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Gulf Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Alwasil received the 2025 Spirit of the United Nations Award (SUNA) in the Diplomat Category. (SPA)

Saudi Permanent Representative to UN Receives Spirit of the United Nations Award

Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Alwasil received the 2025 Spirit of the United Nations…

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Gulf Palestinian Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Mustafa meets with Advisor at the Royal Court and KSrelief Supervisor General Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah at the center's headquarters in Riyadh. (SPA)

Palestinian PM: Saudi Arabia Plays Fundamental Role in Easing Suffering of Palestinian People

Palestinian Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Mustafa expressed on Monday his sincere gratitude to the Saudi leadership and to the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and…