Stories from Saudi Arabia

Gulf Cooperation Council countries met in Saudi Arabia to decide on accelerating early warning system projects against ballistic missiles. The meeting addressed security concerns following recent attacks. The decision aims to bolster regional defense capabilities among member states. The meeting also noted that recent attacks have shaken confidence in Iran among Gulf nations. The move is described as a response to the need for self-protection from a military perspective. The decision follows discussions regarding how these countries will protect themselves against ballistic missile threats. Member states also reached a consensus on strengthening military integration. The decision follows concerns regarding the impact of attacks on trust in Iran among GCC member countries. The meeting took place during a period involving US President Donald Trump's visit to the region.

French energy group TotalEnergies announced the restart of the Safani refinery in Saudi Arabia for mid-April. The facility had been offline following strikes that damaged part of the installation located in Jubail near the Gulf.

Regional escalations are complicating potential negotiations between the United States and Iran. Negotiations are described as an impasse where Iranian power is not being crushed by American influence.

Badr Hospital provided more than 13,000 emergency services during the first quarter.

Authorities in Hail conducted 12 operations targeting illegal animal slaughtering.

The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture has introduced an investment opportunity in the Al-Jouf region. The project aims to develop the Al-Jouf water tower and surrounding lands in the city of Sakaka.

Kidana Development and Development, a subsidiary of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, has completed the second phase of a project to build rest areas for pilgrims. The project is located along the Mashaaer Mashaa paths. The initiative aims to improve service quality and the experience for pilgrims.

Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, the Prince of the Eastern Province, attended a graduation ceremony yesterday evening. The event honored 7,866 students from the 47th batch of Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University for the Hijri year 1447. Dr.

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites is executing development projects to expand service areas for pilgrims. By the year 1446 AH, the total developed area is expected to exceed 66,000 square meters.

Under Saudi Arabian law, unmarried women who give birth risk arrest. A Kenyan domestic worker, Edith, reported being unable to obtain a birth certificate for her daughter, Blessings, due to her marital status.