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Historic high: The dollar exchange rate against the Egyptian pound exceeds 52 pounds

Learn about the details of the historic jump in the price of the dollar against the Egyptian pound today, exceeding the 52 pound mark, along with a review of exchange rates in banks and the reasons for this rise.

12.03.2026

Economy

Breaking: Ministry of Defense announces interception of a drone heading towards the Shaybah oil field

The Saudi Ministry of Defense announced that its forces successfully intercepted and destroyed a drone heading towards the Shaybah oil field in the Empty Quarter, thus enhancing the security and stability of global energy supplies.

12.03.2026

Local news

Al-Qadisiyah's expected lineup against Al-Ahli in the Roshan League summit clash

The coaching staff has finalized Al-Qadisiyah's lineup against Al-Ahli in the top match of the 26th round of the Saudi Professional League. Learn about the expected players, the history of their encounters, and the significance of this match.

12.03.2026

Sports

Reasons and details of Tottenham's loss to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League

Learn about the details and repercussions of Tottenham's loss to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, and striker Dominic Solanke's comments about the early collapse and the team's position domestically.

12.03.2026

Sports

European and African ambassadors condemn Iran's attacks in Riyadh

Learn about the details of the meeting between the graduates and the ambassadors of Europe and Africa in Riyadh, where Iran’s attacks were condemned and Saudi Arabia’s efforts in maintaining security and evacuating citizens were praised.

12.03.2026

Politics

Oil prices near $100: Global supply crisis

Learn about the reasons for the rise in oil prices to nearly $100 a barrel, and the impact of the global supply crisis and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz on the global and local economy.

12.03.2026

Economy

Ministry of Defense: Intercepting a drone in the Empty Quarter heading towards the Shaybah oil field

The Saudi Ministry of Defense announced the interception of a drone in the Empty Quarter that was heading to target the Shaybah oil field, confirming the readiness of the forces to protect global energy security.

12.03.2026

Local news

The International Maritime Organization calls for an emergency meeting on the Strait of Hormuz

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) announced Thursday that it will hold an emergency meeting next week to discuss threats to shipping in the Middle East, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz. Six of the organization's 40 member states requested the meeting

12.03.2026

World News

Al-Ahli's expected lineup against Al-Qadisiyah in the Saudi Professional League

Here are the details of Al-Ahli's expected lineup against Al-Qadisiyah in the Saudi Professional League. Learn about coach Yassla's options, the history of their encounters, and the importance of the match in the competition.

12.03.2026

Sports

Al-Ittihad's expected lineup against Al-Riyadh in the Saudi Professional League

Find out the details of Al-Ittihad's expected lineup against Al-Riyadh in the Saudi Roshan League, and the importance of the match in the team's journey towards competing for the title.

12.03.2026

Sports

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