RIYADH — The General Directorate of Narcotics Control seized 845,087 amphetamine tablets hidden inside cardboard sheets in the Eastern Province. A Saudi citizen, the intended recipient of the consignment, was arrested in Taif. The seizure was part of the Ministry of Interior’s efforts to combat narcotics and its work to monitor smuggling and trafficking activities that target the Kingdom’s security and its youth. Security authorities urged citizens and expatriates to report any information they may have regarding drug smuggling or trafficking activities by calling the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, the number…
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[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant passed a “test by fire” following the May 17 attack that disrupted external power infrastructure connected to the facility, according to the head of the UN nuclear watchdog. He praised plant operators for their response and stressed that there was never any radiological emergency. Speaking after visiting the Barakah plant on Tuesday, Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said he travelled to the UAE following the incident to assess the situation…
RIYADH — Al Shabab FC have extended the contract of captain Yannick Carrasco until the summer of 2027, keeping the Belgian international at the club for an additional season. Carrasco originally joined Al Shabab from Atlético Madrid during the summer transfer window of 2023 on a three-year deal. The two parties have now reached an agreement to prolong his stay through the 2026-27 campaign. Since arriving in Riyadh, Carrasco has established himself as one of Al Shabab’s most influential players, combining leadership qualities with attacking output and bringing extensive experience from both European and international football. The Belgian winger has…
AUSTIN, Texas — Saudi Arabia national football team launched the final phase of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, holding their first training session in Austin, Texas. The Green Falcons trained at the facilities of Austin FC under the supervision of head coach Georgios Donis as preparations intensified ahead of the tournament. Players were divided into two groups during the session, with those who started in Saudi Arabia’s recent friendly against Ecuador national football team undergoing recovery exercises in the gym and on the pitch. The remaining players completed a full training session that began with…
Amid an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and a few other countries, the UAE health ministry has issued an advisory to residents, warning against misinformation on the disease. Authorities in the UAE — namely the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) — have reassured the public that the public health situation in the UAE remains stable. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Residents have been advised not to travel to three Ebola-hit countries, Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo, and South…
ABU DHABI, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) today acquired Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura (CLI), Brazil’s leading independent agri-bulk port terminal operator, entering the South American market with a strategically major expansion transaction. São Paulo-based CLI operates two of Brazil’s most important agri-bulk export terminals under long-term concessions: CLI Sul, Brazil’s leading sugar export terminal and key export terminal for corn and soybeans, located in the Port of Santos; and CLI Norte, another key grains gateway at the Port of Itaqui, which is part of the Brazilian ‘Arc of the North’, an essential geographical region encompassing…
ABU DHABI, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation has announced that Round 4 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Gi) will take place from June 5 to 7 at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. The championship continues to play an important role in strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for jiu-jitsu while providing athletes with valuable opportunities to compete and progress through the sport. The round comes at a crucial stage of the season, with clubs looking to earn points and improve their positions in the overall standings.…
UK Athletics on Friday was fined £350,000 ($471,520) on Tuesday over the death of Abdullah Hayayei, who was killed in 2017 while the Paralympic athlete was training in London. Hayayei, from the United Arab Emirates, was preparing for the 2017 World Paralympic Athletics Championships at the Newham Leisure Centre when a metal throwing cage fell on him. The 36-year-old athlete — who had made his debut in the javelin and shot put at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro — was pronounced dead at the scene. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
MADINAH — The Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) is providing emergency medical and humanitarian services to pilgrims as they visit the Prophet’s Mosque and other key religious sites across Madinah. Ambulance units have been strategically deployed at the Prophet’s Mosque, its courtyards, and other high-density locations to ensure rapid response to emergencies and the timely delivery of medical care. Ahmed Al-Zahrani, Director of the SRCA branch in Madinah Region, said ambulance teams are operating around the clock to provide emergency medical services to pilgrims and visitors throughout their stay in the city. The measures are designed to enhance response times…
RIYADH — The Kremlin announced that Saudi Arabia will be the main guest of honor at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2026, which runs from June 3 to June 6. This high-level participation coincides with the 100th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between Russia and Saudi Arabia. The Russian presidency confirmed that Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman will lead a high-level delegation comprising senior government officials, representatives from major national institutions and companies, most notably Saudi Aramco. Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef includes among the members of the delegation. The forum, under…