Saudi authorities detained a man in Riyadh for sexually harassing a woman and assaulting another individual, citing mental health issues during initial investigations.

Saudi authorities have issued a warning for the Jazan province, which borders Yemen, indicating potential security concerns in the region.

Elon Musk's X platform has geoblocked accounts of dissidents and critics of the Saudi regime at the request of Saudi authorities. This action makes their content invisible to users within Saudi Arabia.

Saudi authorities have issued a warning to prospective Hajj pilgrims, urging them to be vigilant against fraudulent offers and to ensure they obtain official and authorised permits for the pilgrimage.

Saudi authorities in the Eastern Province successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle amphetamines.

The Islamic Community in Bosnia and Herzegovina has confirmed that there are no obstacles to the organization of this year's Hajj pilgrimage, with all activities proceeding as planned and in coordination with Saudi authorities.

NAHCON said the Saudi authorities made the submission of duly processed Medical Fitness Certificates a compulsory requirement for the issuance of visas to all pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj. The post Hajj 2026: NAHCON sets deadline as Saudi Arabia makes medical certificates mandatory for Visa issuance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

In the Jazan region, Saudi authorities arrested a citizen for transporting 13 Ethiopian nationals who had violated the Border Security Law. The individual has been transferred to the Public Prosecution.

Saudi authorities believe Yemen's Houthi movement is seeking to undermine Riyadh's efforts to help resolve the conflict between the United States and Iran, according to Reuters sources.

Saudi authorities are utilizing drones and artificial intelligence, including AI crowd analysis, to enhance security during the Hajj pilgrimage, predict congestion, and monitor unauthorized entries.

Saudi authorities have approved a comprehensive plan to manage food and medicine provisions for pilgrims during the upcoming Hajj season.

Saudi health authorities have dismantled an illegal fitness drug racket, arresting Arab gym trainers for illicitly selling unregistered weight loss medications, hormonal drugs, and peptides, and uncovering a warehouse storing these substances.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced this evening that they launched a volley of missiles against American forces near Riyadh. While Saudi authorities did not immediately confirm...

Muslims worldwide are anticipating the crescent moon sighting tonight, February 17, 2026, to mark the beginning of Ramadan 1447 AH. Saudi authorities are urging citizens to report any sightings. If confirmed, fasting begins Wednesday, February 18. Otherwise, it starts Thursday, February 19. This tradition blends science and faith, setting the rhythm for prayer and community.

Saudi authorities have seized 5,000 Pakistani passports, with a minister stating that these documents were obtained through Afghan nationals.

Saudi authorities have summoned 49 individuals after social media posts criticizing unemployment and the presence of expatriate managers went viral, indicating a crackdown on public dissent regarding job opportunities.

A human rights organization is calling on Saudi authorities to stop the executions of Ethiopian nationals, with three already carried out, and is urging Addis Ababa to intervene immediately.

Saudi authorities have lauded the successful implementation of their operational plan during the holy month of Ramadan, indicating effective management and services.

In addition to the new health requirement, NAHCON disclosed that Saudi authorities have reduced Nigeria’s Hajj quota for 2026 from 95,000 to 50,000 pilgrims. The post Hajj 2026: Why medical fitness certificate is mandatory for visa issuance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.