Israel Police seized over 30 vehicles in northern Galilee tied to tens of millions of shekels in tax debt as Arab-sector killings reach 150 this...
Argentina Beat Egypt 3-2 in World Cup Comeback, Face Switzerland Next
Argentina came from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 at the World Cup. Messi scored a record goal. Fernandez headed the winner. Egypt's coach called...
Iran Strikes Saudi and Qatari Tankers in the Strait of Hormuz
Saudi Arabia and Qatar condemned Iran's strike on their tankers in the Strait of Hormuz on July 7, 2026. The US hit back with 80-plus...
Rahm Emanuel’s Tel Aviv Speech Sets a Frontal 2028 Wager
Rahm Emanuel will denounce Netanyahu at Tel Aviv University on Wednesday, demanding sanctions on settler violence and an end to US defense subsidies.
Israel Basketball Loses 103-75 to Croatia in Qualifying
Israel basketball team lost 103-75 to Croatia in Osijek on Monday to finish the FIBA World Cup 2027 first stage at 2-4. Avdija, Saraf, and...
Fire at Aqaba Aluminum Fluoride Factory Extinguished, No Injuries Reported
ASEZA praised Civil Defense and Aqaba Police for extinguishing a July 7 fire at the aluminum fluoride factory in the city's industrial complex, with no...
Saudi Arabia Back to School 2026: Return Date and Flight Booking Windows
Saudi public schools reopen 23 August 2026. Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah, Taif start 30 August. The 10-12 week India and Pakistan booking window has already closed.
Saudi Arabia Launches Package Visa Bundling Flight, Hotel and Visa
Saudi Arabia's Package Visa pilot bundles flights, hotels and the tourist visa into one booking for visitors from seven pilot countries, including Pakistan.
Dubai Firms Report Saudi UAE Bank Transfer Delays Since May
Dubai firms describe Saudi UAE bank transfer delays that began mid-May; some blocked or held about a week. Central banks deny targeting one country.
Saudi Arabia’s Package Visa Bundles Flights, Hotels and Entry in One
Saudi Arabia's Package Visa pilot bundles round-trip flights, licensed hotels and the tourist visa into one booking, sold only through approved providers in pilot markets.
UN Human Rights Council Backs Saudi-Led Women in Cyber Resolution
UN Human Rights Council adopted a Saudi-led resolution on women in cybersecurity on July 7, 2026, by consensus at its 62nd session in Geneva.
Egypt Lost the Match but Won Something Larger Against Argentina
Egypt's historic World Cup run ended in a 3-2 loss to Argentina in Atlanta. A disallowed Ziko goal, a Palestinian flag, and Hassan's X gesture...
Egypt Fume at ‘Injustice’ After 13-Minute Argentina World Cup Comeback
Egypt led Argentina 2-0 with 11 minutes left but lost 3-2 as Messi equalized and Fernandez headed a stoppage-time winner. Hassan called it 'injustice'.
Egypt Into Last 16 at Last, Then Out 3-2 to Argentina
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties on July 3 for a first World Cup knockout win, then lost 3-2 to Argentina in Atlanta four days...
Saudi Arabia’s Property Tax Now Adds a 2% Fee on Non-Saudi Buyers
Saudi Arabia's REGA confirms the 5% property tax plus a 2% surcharge for non-Saudi buyers in four cities. Makkah and Madinah are restricted to Muslims.
Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Largest Oil Refinery 2,700 km Inside Siberia
Ukrainian drones struck the Omsk refinery 2,700 km from Kyiv in the longest strike of the war. Russia confirmed the fire as Putin admitted fuel...