Update US talks with Russia begin in Saudi Arabia eyeing a Black Sea ceasefire

US talks with Russia begin in Saudi Arabia eyeing a Black Sea ceasefire

  • The White House says the aim of the talks is to reach a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea, allowing the free flow of shipping
By Reuters ·

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza ceasefire deal, sources say

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza ceasefire deal, sources say

  • The Egyptian plan suggests Hamas release five Israeli hostages each week, with Israel implementing the second phase of the ceasefire after the first week
By Reuters ·

The American strikes entered its 10th day without a sign of stopping. (FILE/AFP) video

US airstrikes targeting Houthis kill at least 1 person, wounds others, group says

  • So far, the US has not offered any specifics on the sites it is striking
By AP ·

Riyadh forum promotes cross-sector partnerships for sustainable development

Riyadh forum promotes cross-sector partnerships for sustainable development

  • Event, held on Saudi Social Responsibility Day on March 23, raised awareness about the importance of social responsibility in community development and sustainable growth
  • Saud Al-Subaie, chairman of the association, stressed the need for concerted efforts across all sectors to reinforce social responsibility
By Arab News ·

UN to reduce staff in Gaza and blames Israel for a strike that killed its employee

UN to reduce staff in Gaza and blames Israel for a strike that killed its employee

  • An Israeli tank strike hit the UN guesthouse in central Gaza last week, killing one staffer and wounding five others
  • UN was cutting back about a third of its approximately 100 international staffers in Gaza
By AP ·

Special Western Province Governor Hanif Yusuf and community leaders inaugurate the Salam Ramadan festival in Colombo on March 21, 2025. video

Ramadan festival promotes heritage of Sri Lanka’s Muslim communities

  • Sri Lanka’s diverse Muslim groups include Moors, Memons, Malays and Dawoodi Bohras
  • The Salam Ramadan festival opened on Friday and will run until March 31 in the Sri Lankan capital
By Mohammed Rasooldeen ·

Two journalists killed in separate Israeli strikes in Gaza

Two journalists killed in separate Israeli strikes in Gaza

  • Al Jazeera Mubasher’s Hossam Shabat and Palestine Today’s Mohammad Mansour were killed in first fatalities since renewed violence
By Arab News ·

Two journalists killed in separate Israeli strikes in Gaza

Two journalists killed in separate Israeli strikes in Gaza

  • Al Jazeera Mubasher’s Hossam Shabat and Palestine Today’s Mohammad Mansour were killed in first fatalities since renewed violence
By Arab News ·

Special Experience the traditions of Ramadan at Jeddah Art Promenade

Experience the traditions of Ramadan at Jeddah Art Promenade

  • Enjoy Saudi cuisine and live performances at traditional Ramadan festivities
  • Residents and visitors descend on the city’s corniche for celebration of Saudi culture
By Afshan Aziz ·
Saudi coach Renard expecting a tough game against Japan video

Saudi coach Renard expecting a tough game against Japan

  • Japan qualified for next year’s World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bahrain on Thursday
  • Renard said the previous game against China, which Saudi Arabia won 1-0 was “a good game”
By Arab News Japan ·