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JERUSALEM — Tensions between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir are escalating over the composition of a potential post-election government, with conflicting reports emerging over whether the far-rigaht Otzma Yehudit party will secure a place in the next coalition, according to Israeli media. Israel’s Channel 12 said Netanyahu had spoken with Ben-Gvir and Likud lawmaker Tally Gotliv and assured them that Otzma Yehudit would be included in his next government, following the Oct. 27 Knesset election. Ben-Gvir’s party denied the report, saying no such conversation had taken place between Netanyahu and Ben-Gvir in recent weeks.…

Statement by the Official Spokesperson of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki “At (18:50) on Tuesday evening, September 15, 2026, the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed a hostile drone launched by the Terrorist Houthi Militia before it entered the Prohibited Airspace Area of the Holy City of “Makkah Al-Mukarramah”. The hostile drone was intercepted south of Makkah Al-Mukarramah. This hostile and terrorist act is the second attempt to target Makkah Al-Mukarramah, following the first attempt with a ballistic missile on July 27, 2017. This can only be described as a disgraceful act,…

The UAE’s annual influenza campaign has been expanded this year to cover a wider range of seasonal respiratory diseases, moving beyond a flu-only focus. The 2026–27 Awareness Campaign on Influenza and Seasonal Respiratory Diseases now puts greater attention on infections such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and pneumonia, alongside seasonal influenza. Here is what residents need to know: What is new this year? The main change is the wider scope of the campaign. Instead of focusing mainly on seasonal influenza, health authorities are now using the campaign to raise awareness about several respiratory illnesses that become more common during the…

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met with President of the Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi today at Al-Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo, where the two leaders held a bilateral meeting and an expanded session of talks. President El-Sisi welcomed HRH the Crown Prince to his second home, Egypt, while HRH the Crown Prince expressed his appreciation for the warm hospitality and gracious reception extended to him and his accompanying delegation. The two leaders reviewed the strategic bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries and ways to further develop them across…

SimuPhish co-founders Shubh Arya and Hritik Jain explain why continuous behavioural intelligence is essential for building workforce cyber resilience AI-powered social engineering, deepfakes and personalised attacks are making deception increasingly difficult for employees to detect. Traditional security awareness training alone is no longer sufficient, prompting organisations to adopt continuous Human Risk Management strategies that measure behaviour, identify vulnerabilities and deliver targeted interventions.  In this interview, SimuPhish co-founders Shubh Arya and Hritik Jain discuss the changing nature of workforce cyber risk, the Middle East’s multilingual security challenges and how AI, automation and behavioural intelligence can help organisations build measurable cyber resilience. …

AROYA Cruises, a subsidiary of Cruise Saudi, wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund, announced the expansion of its Mediterranean cruise program for 2026 and 2027 by adding new destinations and routes departing from its main port in the region, Galataport Istanbul. The program includes cruises ranging from six to 14 nights, covering destinations in Türkiye, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Malta, and Tunisia, as well as the Adriatic Sea. The summer 2027 season, which begins in May, will see AROYA expand its routes across Türkiye, Egypt, and Greece and add Antalya and Nafplio to its destinations for the first time. It will also…

barq, the digital payments company, announced the close of a Series A funding round worth $329.5 million, at a valuation of $1.85 billion, marking a new milestone that reflects the growth the company has achieved since its launch and cements its position among the fastest-growing fintech companies in Saudi Arabia and the region.The round saw participation from Noon Investments, Sohar International Bank, and M20 Fund, a step that reflects investor confidence in barq’s trajectory and future potential, and underscores the appeal of the investment opportunities emerging in the fintech sector across the Kingdom and the region.The round follows a standout…

It was a winning night for The Pitt and Widow’s Bay at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, but the trophies weren’t the only things shining in Los Angeles. Noah Wyle took home Lead Actor in a Drama Series, Rhea Seehorn finally landed her first Emmy for Pluribus, while Matthew Rhys pulled off the night’s biggest acting feat with two lead trophies in a single evening. But before the winners made their way to the stage, there was plenty happening on the blue carpet. Zendaya showed up dripping in silver crystals, Selena Gomez embraced head-to-toe gold and Nicole Kidman brought feathers…

RIYADH — More than half of Saudi citizens have experienced fraud, according to a field survey. Consumers International conducted the survey in 2025, and the survey was jointly funded by the King Khalid Foundation, the Saleh Kamel Humanitarian Foundation, and the Abdulkadir Al-Muhaidib Social Foundation. It was revealed in the survey that 43 percent of Saudis who had fallen victim to fraud, were able to recover their money, reflecting the effectiveness of grievance channels and the high standards of financial consumer protection. The findings also showed a striking pattern, with 16 percent of Saudis reporting that they had experienced financial…

Industry leaders discussed the future of AI-first distribution and partner ecosystems during the Channel Leadership Forum & Awards 2026 in Dubai. TahawulTech’s flagship channel gathering brought technology leaders together in Dubai to explore AI-first distribution, evolving partner ecosystems, and sustainable growth TahawulTech hosted the Channel Leadership Forum & Awards 2026 on 14 September at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, bringing together senior technology executives, distributors, resellers, vendors and channel specialists from across the region. The annual gathering combined industry dialogue, executive networking and an awards ceremony recognising organisations and individuals contributing to the development of the…