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US military: We have bombed nearly 6,000 targets since the start of the war on Iran

The US military announced on Thursday that the United States has bombed nearly 6,000 targets since the start of the war with Iran on February 28. Central Command (CENTCOM), which is responsible for US forces in the region, said that

12.03.2026

World News

Weather conditions: Rain and dense fog affecting the Al-Baha region

Learn about the details of today’s weather, as scattered rain fell and dense fog caused zero visibility in the Al-Baha region, with valleys flowing and nature reviving.

12.03.2026

Local news

Smart directional signs in the Grand Mosque to serve pilgrims

Learn about the details of the launch of smart directional signs in the Grand Mosque, and how this technology contributes to improving the experience of pilgrims and facilitating their movement during the Umrah and Hajj seasons.

12.03.2026

Local news

Successful surgery for Al-Hilal defender Youssef Akchichik in Paris | Details

Al-Hilal Saudi Club officially announced the successful surgery of Yusuf Akçeşek on his lower abdominal muscles in Paris, France. Learn more about the injury and the player's expected return date.

12.03.2026

Sports

UEFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Pedro Neto | Details of the penalty

Learn about the details and reasons behind UEFA opening disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea player Pedro Neto after the incident in which he pushed a ball boy in the Champions League, and the impact of this on the team's performance.

12.03.2026

Sports

Ministry of Defense: A drone was intercepted in the Empty Quarter heading towards Shaybah

The Saudi Ministry of Defense announced the interception and destruction of a drone in the Empty Quarter before it reached the Shaybah oil field, in a move that confirms the readiness of the forces to protect the security and stability of the region.

12.03.2026

Local news

The Foreign Minister discusses the escalating tensions in the region with Spain

Learn about the details of the talks between the Saudi Foreign Minister and his Spanish counterpart regarding the escalating developments in the region, and the importance of these efforts in promoting regional and international stability.

12.03.2026

Politics

Details of the Saudi national team's preparation plan for the 2026 World Cup

Learn about the details of the completion of the first phase of club visits within the Saudi national team’s preparation program for the 2026 World Cup, and the importance of this integration to raise the readiness of the Green Falcons for the tournament.

12.03.2026

Sports

The speech of the new Iranian Supreme Leader: Features of the administration and unifying the front

This report analyzes the speech of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, and its impact on the domestic front, and the future of military escalation in the region and the Strait of Hormuz.

12.03.2026

Politics

US Secretary of State: Military not ready for operations to secure the Strait of Hormuz

The US Energy Secretary stated that the military is currently unprepared for operations to secure the Strait of Hormuz due to the concentration of military capabilities on striking Iran, but he expects the missions to resume soon.

12.03.2026

World News

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