Saudi says 1,301 deaths during hajj, mostly unregistered pilgrims
The dead came from more than 10 countries stretching from the United States to Indonesia, and some governments are continuing to update their totals.
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Haj pilgrimage ends amid deadly Saudi heat spike
One of the world’s largest religious gatherings unfolded during the oven-like Saudi summer again this year, and authorities recorded more than 2,700 cases of “heat…
Pilgrims flock to Makkah for Haj under shadow of Gaza conflict
One of the world’s largest annual religious gatherings officially begins on Friday, and Saudi officials are trying to keep the focus on prayers. The Gulf kingdom’s minister in…
World has failed Gaza: Saudi at Global Economic Summit
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Palestinian leaders, and high-ranking officials from other countries trying to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are attending the…
Saudi delegation led by FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan lands in Pakistan
The visit is expected to expedite action on the understanding reached between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammad bin Salman, during…
Pakistan’s real test ahead is to maintain its relationships with both Iran and Saudi Arabia
The writer says Iran will remain a tough diplomatic, political, and security challenge, as Pakistan grows in dependence on Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states due to evolving…
PM Shehbaz, Crown Prince Salman agree to expedite $5 billion Saudi investment in Pakistan
The discussions had centered on fortifying the fraternal relations between the two nations and exploring avenues for enhanced collaboration across various sectors.
Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt shine with Hollywood icons at Joy Awards
The Joy Awards not only brought together global icons but also saw Salman Khan taking the stage to present the ‘Lifetime Achievements Award’ to the accomplished Egyptian…
China, Saudi Arabia sign currency swap agreement
The currency swap arrangement will help strengthen financial cooperation between China and Saudi Arabia, expand the use of the two countries' currencies, and promote bilateral…
South Korea, Saudi Arabia ‘in final stages’ of agreeing large-scale defence cooperation
Saudi Arabia, which has faced attacks from Yemen's Houthi rebels using ballistic missiles and drones, has a significant demand for interceptor missiles.