US Chargé d'Affaires: LEAP 2026 Reflects Growing Momentum in Saudi-US Technology Partnership

Chargé d'Affaires at the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia Jennifer Larson affirmed that LEAP 2026 in Riyadh reflects the growing momentum in US-Saudi relations in the field of technology. (SPA)
Chargé d'Affaires at the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia Jennifer Larson affirmed that LEAP 2026 in Riyadh reflects the growing momentum in US-Saudi relations in the field of technology. (SPA)
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US Chargé d'Affaires: LEAP 2026 Reflects Growing Momentum in Saudi-US Technology Partnership

Chargé d'Affaires at the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia Jennifer Larson affirmed that LEAP 2026 in Riyadh reflects the growing momentum in US-Saudi relations in the field of technology. (SPA)
Chargé d'Affaires at the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia Jennifer Larson affirmed that LEAP 2026 in Riyadh reflects the growing momentum in US-Saudi relations in the field of technology. (SPA)

Chargé d'Affaires at the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia Jennifer Larson affirmed that LEAP 2026 in Riyadh reflects the growing momentum in US-Saudi relations in the field of technology, the Saudi Press Agency said on Wednesday.

She explained that the strategic commitment between the two countries is now translating into tangible steps on the ground, including Qualcomm's opening of its new office in Riyadh, the participation of dozens of US companies in LEAP 2026, and their direct engagement with Saudi partners through a program to accelerate commercial cooperation in artificial intelligence.

She noted that deepening Saudi-US cooperation in technology presents a shared challenge that not only accelerates innovation but also ensures it proceeds rapidly and securely.

Larson affirmed the commitment of American companies and the US Embassy to working alongside Saudi partners to achieve this standard, which will enhance cooperation in technology and artificial intelligence and create opportunities for innovation and partnership between the two countries.



King Salman Issues Royal Order Promoting and Appointing 26 Judges to Board of Grievances

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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King Salman Issues Royal Order Promoting and Appointing 26 Judges to Board of Grievances

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud issued a royal order promoting and appointing 26 judges to the Board of Grievances, the Saudi Press Agency said on Saturday.

President of the Board of Grievances and President of the Administrative Judiciary Council Dr. Ali Alohaydib said the order would strengthen the judicial workforce, enhance judicial efficiency, and improve the quality of rulings.

He added that it reflected the support extended to the administrative judiciary by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the continued attention and follow-up of the Crown Prince.


Saudi Foreign Minister and Syrian Counterpart Discuss Houthi Escalation against Saudi Arabia

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received his Syrian counterpart, Asaad al-Shaibani, in Riyadh on Friday. (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received his Syrian counterpart, Asaad al-Shaibani, in Riyadh on Friday. (SPA)
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Saudi Foreign Minister and Syrian Counterpart Discuss Houthi Escalation against Saudi Arabia

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received his Syrian counterpart, Asaad al-Shaibani, in Riyadh on Friday. (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received his Syrian counterpart, Asaad al-Shaibani, in Riyadh on Friday. (SPA)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received his Syrian counterpart, Asaad al-Shaibani, in Riyadh on Friday. Al-Shaibani condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and expressed Syria’s solidarity with the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The two officials discussed bilateral ties, ways to strengthen cooperation across various fields, and regional developments amid Houthi escalation against the Kingdom.

They emphasized that the security of the Kingdom and Syria is an integral part of Arab national security, underscoring the importance of continued coordination and cooperation to help maintain regional security and stability.


Coalition Destroys Two Ballistic Missile Launch Platforms in Saada

Major General Turki Al-Malki, spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Major General Turki Al-Malki, spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Coalition Destroys Two Ballistic Missile Launch Platforms in Saada

Major General Turki Al-Malki, spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Major General Turki Al-Malki, spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said it destroyed two ballistic missile launch platforms in Saada province early on Saturday.

Late on Friday, coalition spokesman Major General Turki al-Malki said the coalition had foiled attempts to smuggle weapons by sea to Houthi militia forces in Hodeidah province.

Al-Malki posted a video on X showing strikes targeting the arms-smuggling operations, saying: “We strike them on land ... we sink them at sea.”

The UN Security Council had strongly condemned on Thursday the ongoing and escalating Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, including those that hit civil aviation and energy infrastructure, resulting in civilian deaths and injuries.

In a statement, the Security Council expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia affirming the kingdom’s inherent right to self-defense in accordance with international law.

The statement called on the Houthis to immediately halt their military escalation and attacks targeting civilians. It reiterated the Security Council’s support for the Yemeni government and its strong commitment to Yemen’s unity, sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.