Saudi Arabia

Art

Processions, poetry and desert rhythms: Inside Diriyah Art Biennale

As Saudi Arabia's largest contemporary art platform hosts its third edition, the artistic directors of the Diriyah Biennale reveal how ancient Bedouin journeys have inspired a radical new vision.

04/02/2026

Design

The end of The Line? Saudi Arabia scales down plans for Neom megacity

After years of cost overruns and delays, Saudi Arabia’s flagship futuristic megaproject, Neom, is set to be significantly scaled back. The futuristic super-city, meant to run entirely on alternative energy sources, was due to host the 2029 Asian Winter Games, which has now been postponed.

26/01/2026

Travel News

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism on the power of the travel industry

Speaking on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, His Excellency Ahmed Al Khateeb spoke exclusively with Euronews about the industry’s role in connecting countries.

22/01/2026

Partner content

Elevating Innovation: Alat & TKE’s Smart Cities Partnership

Partner content presented by ALAT

Throughout history, our cities’ skylines have told the story of human ambition. From ancient pyramids to modern skyscrapers, these landmarks reflect one journey: humanity’s climb upwards.

02/01/2026

Grand Voyager

Grand Voyager | Exploring Diriyah, Saudi Arabia

In partnership with Media City

From ancient mud-brick palaces to lush golf courses, Diriyah blends heritage, culture, and modern sophistication. But what is it about this historic district that makes it such a fascinating destination for locals and visitors?

29/10/2025

Spotlight

Global Cybersecurity Forum: How can the world guarantee online safety?

In partnership with Global Cybersecurity Forum

The Global Cybersecurity Forum in Riyadh brought together leaders from more than 80 countries to discuss how to better prepare for rapidly evolving online threats.

21/10/2025

Economy

Saudi Arabia pledges billions with Cultural Investment Conference

Saudi Arabia has further signalled its determination to diversify its assets by hosting a global conference to discuss investing in culture, its role in economic and social development and strengthening national identity.

15/10/2025

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Year-round calendar of family adventures in Saudi Arabia

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

Discover year-round family adventures in Saudi Arabia, from quadbiking across ancient valleys in AlUla to theme park thrills in Riyadh.

14/10/2025

Sport

Ronaldo sets another record by becoming first billionaire footballer

After renewing his contract with the Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, the Portuguese player had his fortune valued at 1.2 billion euros.

08/10/2025

Tech News

Global Cybersecurity Forum tries to tackle cyberspace threats

Euronews brings the latest news from the Global Cybersecurity Forum in Saudi Arabia.

01/10/2025

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Saudi’s Red Sea: the new frontier of luxury escapes

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

Discover Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea resorts—futuristic villas, pristine reefs, desert adventures and cultural escapes redefining global luxury travel.

30/09/2025

Focus

Esports World Cup in Riyadh | FOCUS

In partnership with Media City

Riyadh became a global gaming hub as the Esports World Cup brought together 2,000 players, 200 clubs, and millions of fans.

23/09/2025

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Explore AlUla anew: Ancient tales, desert beats and starry skies

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

Explore AlUla, where Nabataean tombs meet stargazing, incense trails and mirrored concert halls in Saudi Arabia’s most immersive cultural destination.

04/09/2025

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Summer in Saudi: Cool escapes from Aseer to Al Baha

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

Read on to discover Saudi Arabia’s southwestern mountain region and its range of unexpected summer escapes.

23/07/2025

Saudi Arabia

Grand prizes, big names: 2nd Esports World Cup starts in Riyadh

The second Esports World Cup has drawn gamers from across the planet, all vying for a slice of the record-breaking 70 million dollar prize pot, split across 25 competitions, and 24 top-tier games.

13/07/2025

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From Formula 1 to esports: Saudi Arabia’s sporting revolution

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

From desert cycling tours to gaming tournaments, Saudi Arabia has staged over 100 major sporting events across 40 disciplines since 2019, emerging as one of the world’s most exciting destinations for sports fans.

11/07/2025

Saudi Arabia

More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

The Day of Arafat is of great significance to Muslims around the world, regarded as the most sacred day of the year according to traditional sayings of prophet Muhammad (pbuh).

06/06/2025

Moments

Everything you need to know about packing for a Hajj pilgrimage

The annual pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, can often fall during one of the hottest periods of the year.

05/06/2025

No Comment

Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions

Muslims from across the world are gathering in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the Hajj — a sacred pilgrimage and one of Islam’s five pillars.

05/06/2025

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia tackles sweltering heat as Hajj pilgrimage starts

Each year, Muslim pilgrims embark on the spiritual journey of Hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

04/06/2025

Saudi Arabia

Nearly 270,000 pilgrims without permits stopped from entering Mecca

Authorities in Saudi Arabia are cracking down on illegal journeys to Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage after a larger number of deaths last year due to extreme summer heat. They have thus far denied entry to 269,678 Muslims without Hajj permits.

01/06/2025

Travel News

Saudi Arabia’s new platform hopes to unite the global travel industry

Tourism is expected to contribute nearly €11 trillion – about 10 per cent of GDP – to the global economy this year.

23/05/2025

Business

How Saudi Arabia is building investment ties with the US and Europe

Saudi Arabia has emerged as a key Middle Eastern player in the last few years and is now attracting billions worth of investments from both the US and Europe.

21/05/2025

Saudi Arabia

Trump says he will lift sanctions to give Syria 'a chance at peace'

Gulf leaders have rallied behind the new government in Damascus and want Trump to follow, believing it is a bulwark against Iran's return to influence in Syria, where it had helped prop up the al-Assad regime during a decade-long civil war.

13/05/2025

Saudi Arabia

US and Saudi Arabia sign €127bn arms deal on day one of Trump's tour

That agreement will see Washington provide Riyadh with 'state-of-the-art warfighting equipment' in return for a Saudi investment of $20 billion in the US' artificial intelligence sector.

13/05/2025

Business

US and Saudi Arabia seek closer ties as Trump heads to Riyadh

The Saudi-US Investment Forum starts on Tuesday in Riyadh with the US President set to attend, along with CEOs and other government leaders.

13/05/2025