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Guterres condemns Iran's violence against protesters and calls for restraint

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expresses his shock at the crackdown on protests in Iran, amid internet blackouts and international condemnation of excessive violence against demonstrators.

January 11, 2026

World News

Abdullah Al-Ammar signs for Al-Riyadh club after terminating his contract with Al-Ahli

Al-Riyadh Club has officially signed Abdullah Al-Ammar on a free transfer after his contract with Al-Ahli was terminated by decision of coach Matthias Jäissle. Learn more about the details of the deal and its impact.

January 11, 2026

Sports

Record growth: 43 million trips via passenger transport apps in Saudi Arabia

Ride-hailing apps in Saudi Arabia recorded 43 million trips during the fourth quarter of 2025, a 54% increase. Riyadh topped the list, followed by Mecca. See the full statistics here.

January 11, 2026

Local news

Donis reinstates Majed Kanabah to Al-Khaleej's lineup against Al-Ettifaq in the Roshan League

Giorgos Donis decides to reinstate Majed Kanabah to the starting lineup of Al-Khaleej Club in the Eastern Province derby against Al-Ettifaq in the Roshan League, amid the absence of Murad Hawsawi and expectations of a tough match.

January 11, 2026

Sports

Saudi Arabia vs. Vietnam: The Olympic Green Falcons face off in the decisive Asian Cup match

The Saudi Arabian Olympic team faces Vietnam in a crucial match in the AFC U-23 Asian Cup. Learn about their qualification chances, key absences, and details of this decisive encounter.

January 11, 2026

Sports

Al-Jawf weather: Meteorology warns of dust and reduced visibility in Sakaka

The National Center for Meteorology issues a weather alert in the Al-Jawf region, warning of dust storms and reduced horizontal visibility in Sakaka, Dumat Al-Jandal, Al-Qurayyat and Tabarjal.

January 11, 2026

Local news

Syrian Interior Ministry: Strong relationship with Saudi Arabia, and accusations against Iran and the SDF

The Syrian Interior Ministry announces building a strong relationship with Saudi Arabia and emulating its security experience, and accuses Iran of arming the SDF, confirming the removal of militants from the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood in Aleppo.

January 11, 2026

Politics

Saudi trade volume reached 184 billion riyals in October 2025

Saudi Arabia’s trade volume rose to 184.1 billion riyals in October 2025, with the trade surplus growing by 47% and a huge jump in re-exports exceeding 130%.

January 11, 2026

Economy

The Saudi Media Forum signs a partnership with Mawhiba for its 2026 edition

The Saudi Media Forum has selected Mawhiba as its knowledge partner for its fifth edition in Riyadh in 2026. Learn more about the agreement and its role in empowering media talent.

January 11, 2026

Local news

Kuwait: Salman Al-Khaldi sentenced to 15 years in prison and deportation in a state security case

The Kuwaiti Criminal Court sentenced Salman Al-Khaldi to 15 years imprisonment with hard labor, followed by deportation. Details of the verdict and the story of his arrest in Iraq and extradition to Kuwait via Interpol are provided.

January 11, 2026

Politics