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The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Nearly 270,000 pilgrims without permits stopped from entering Mecca

Authorities in Saudi Arabia are cracking down on illegal journeys to Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage after a larger number of deaths last year due to extreme summer heat. They have thus far denied entry to 269,678 Muslims without Hajj permits.

Euronews

Mecca: Saudi Arabia launches Hajj permit crackdown in bid to stop heat deaths

Saudi officials said they had stopped 269,678 people without permits from entering the city

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabia calls Israel barring Arab ministers West Bank trip ‘extremism’

Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE ministers planned visit to discuss Palestinian statehood and ending Gaza war.

Al Jazeera

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Australia under pressure to join international push for Palestinian statehood led by Emmanuel Macron

France lobbies western nations as it prepares to co-host two-state solution summit with Saudi Arabia

The Guardian - AU

What is the Hajj pilgrimage and Eid al-Adha? Everything you need to know

For pilgrims, performing the Hajj fulfills a religious obligation and is also a deeply spiritual experience

The Independent UK

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

A number of big names are missing from the Socceroos squad for the huge World Cup qualifiers against Japan and Saudi Arabia.

AAP

Saudi Arabia says it will jointly fund Syria state salaries with Qatar

Saudi and Qatari efforts aim to stabilise Syria by funding public-sector salaries and boosting economic recovery plans.

Al Jazeera

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How Bahrain uses its small size—and being Saudi Arabia’s neighbor—to its advantage

"Bahrain is the testing ground for countries in the region," said Noor Al Khulaif, minister of sustainable development.

Fortune

Arab ministers condemn Israel’s ‘ban’ on planned West Bank visit

Israel has refused to cooperate with the Ramallah meeting planned by Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE.

Al Jazeera

Hank Hill is back from Saudi Arabia, Bobby is all grown up, and Dale Gribble is running for mayor as King of the Hill reboot reveals release date and credits sequence

The King of the Hill reboot sets its release date with a new version of its iconic credits sequence

Total Film

Ruben Amorim speaks out on Bruno Fernandes exit rumours

The Manchester United captain is considering an offer from Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Ruben Amorim offers Bruno Fernandes transfer update as Manchester United face £100m dilemma

Red Devils skipper is now said to be seriously considering a lucrative offer to join Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia

Evening Standard

No Permit, No Hajj: Saudi Intensifies Crackdown After Heat Deaths

Saudi Arabia is ramping up a crackdown on unregistered worshippers at next week's hajj pilgrimage, a year after hundreds perished in scorching conditions.

International Business Times

Bruno Fernandes’s Agent Holds ‘Positive’ Talks Over Shock Man Utd Exit

Al Hilal appear determined to sign Bruno Fernandes before the Club World Cup.

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Al Jazeera

What and when is Hajj? An illustrated guide, answers to 10 common questions

An estimated 1.8 million Muslims are preparing to embark on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca which begins on June 4.

International Business Times UK

Nvidia's Strategic Saudi and Taiwan Deals Signal Bold AI Investment Drive

Nvidia's record earnings and global AI deals in Saudi Arabia & Taiwan are setting the stage for long-term AI leadership.

International Business Times UK

Saudi Arabia Commits £470bn to US AI, Defence and Energy in Historic Investment Drive

Saudi Arabia has pledged £470 billion ($600 billion) to the U.S., focusing on AI, defence and energy. The move strengthens bilateral ties and supports the Kingdom's Vision 2030 strategy.

The Guardian - UK

Dismay as UK prepares to sign ‘values-free’ £1.6bn trade deal with Gulf states

Exclusive: Trade unions and human rights organisations fear environment and human rights being pushed aside

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Guitar World

“My pickups melted!” Guns N’ Roses’ show in Saudi Arabia was so hot that Richard Fortus’ guitar pickups started to melt

The guitarist’s signature Gretsch was left feeling the heat, and it made for a grizzly sight

International Business Times

OPEC+ Meets As Oil Output Hike Looms

Ministers of the OPEC+ oil alliance, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, discussed production on Wednesday as another hike looms despite falling prices.

MusicRadar

“Well this is a first…”: Guns N’ Roses guitarist Richard Fortus says it was so hot in Saudi Arabia that his pickups melted

One thing that Fortus will learn from this GNR tour is that the desert heat can do crazy things to your electric guitar

Fortune

Saudi Arabia looks to take partnership with China and Southeast Asia beyond AI—“there’s so many untapped areas”

The country's Deputy Minister for International Relations at the Ministry of Investments sees collaboration in agriculture and food security too.

The Guardian - UK

Revealed: Saudi Arabia’s secretive rehabilitation ‘prisons’ for disobedient women

Girls and young women describe facing flogging and abuse in so-called ‘care homes’ after arguing with their fathers or husbands

Al Jazeera

Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia to begin on June 4

Officials say more than one million Muslim pilgrims from around the world have already arrived in the country.

The Independent UK

Saudi official denies reports alcohol ban will be lifted

Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are the only Gulf countries that prohibit the sale of alcohol

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