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Saudi Arabia has begun welcoming the first batches of international pilgrims to Madinah and Jeddah as the Hajj season commences. This marks the start of the annual pilgrimage, with thousands arriving from various countries including Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital in Jeddah has achieved the prestigious Planetree Gold certification for its commitment to person-centered care. This recognition highlights the hospital's dedication to patient-focused healthcare practices.
Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) announced the resumption of limited flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Amman from Jeddah starting April 11, marking a cautious return to service after a six-week suspension due to regional tensions.
The Jeddah Red Crescent successfully rescued an expatriate suffering from cardiac arrest through a rapid and life-saving response.
The Amir of Qatar, the Saudi Crown Prince, and Jordan's King convened a summit in Jeddah to discuss significant regional and global developments, reinforcing diplomatic ties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Saudi Arabia for unannounced 'important meetings,' kicking off a surprise tour of Gulf States with a defense pitch and offering Ukraine's drone expertise with renewed urgency as the US increasingly focuses on Iran.
Iranian club Tractor FC is set to travel to Saudi Arabia for a playoff match against Shabab Al Ahli of Dubai, vying for a spot in the Asian Champions League Elite quarterfinals. The draw for the tournament was held recently by the Asian Football Confederation.
Four Asian Champions League Elite round-of-16 ties, previously postponed due to the Middle East conflict, will now be played as single-leg matches in Jeddah next month.
Twenty-four Filipino citizens have arrived in Singapore after being repatriated from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as confirmed by the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Air India and Air India Express announced they will operate 48 scheduled flights connecting various Indian cities with destinations in West Asia, including Jeddah and Muscat, starting today.
The RSAF A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport aircraft will be deployed to Jeddah, following a similar flight to Riyadh.
Officials say situation for Pakistani pilgrims, travellers in Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah remains stable
New e-gates have been implemented at Jeddah and Madinah airports to significantly speed up the entry and departure processes for Umrah travelers.
UAE news LIVE updates: Several Indian airlines, including Akasa Air, SpiceJet and Air India, are operating special relief flights from Middle Eastern countries, including Dubai, Oman and Jeddah, to…
Evacuation flights are set to rescue tens of thousands of travellers stranded in the Middle East even as some airlines resumed on Tuesday a limited number of scheduled flights. The post Evacuation…
Select departures organised as US state department warns Americans to leave on commercial flights ‘due to safety risks’ US-Israel war on Iran – live updates Travellers stranded by a widening war in…
Limited flights out of the Middle East resumed on Monday. But hundreds of thousands of travelers are still stranded in the region after attacks on Iran by the U.S. and Israel.
Key transit airports, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, and Doha in Qatar, were shut or severely restricted as much of the region’s airspace remained closed
Biman’s Jeddah-bound flight to depart Chattogram at 4:10pm The Daily Star
Flights across the Middle East were being cancelled on Saturday as several countries slammed their airspace shut after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran. Iran, Iraq, Israel,…
Pakistan's Finance Minister Dar has arrived in Jeddah for an OIC meeting where member states will coordinate a unified response to developments in the West Bank.
Saudi airlines are set to restart direct flights between Jeddah and Abuja by January 2027, a move expected to strengthen Nigeria-Saudi relations and facilitate travel for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Dar is set to attend an emergency OIC meeting in Jeddah to deliver a strong condemnation of Israel's decisions and policies in the Middle East and West Bank.
Saudi Arabia and France have strengthened their scientific collaboration during a roundtable discussion in Jeddah focused on environmental challenges.
A masterclass on luxury, titled "Decoding Luxury: From Elite Rarity to Everyday Prestige," will be held on April 16 at the Hyatt Hotel in Jeddah, organized by the Italian Consulate and Istituto Marangoni.
British Airways announced on Thursday that it will reduce the number of flights to the Middle East upon the resumption of services, will permanently remove Jeddah from its list of destinations, and will increase capacity on...
Roberto Mazzarella, a highly sought-after Neapolitan mafia boss accused of murder, has been arrested by Italian police in a luxury villa on the Amalfi Coast. He had been a fugitive since January 2025, with his capture reported by international media.
A private residence in Jeddah has been converted into a museum, offering a unique cultural experience.
DP World is increasing capacity at Jeddah port, positioning the Red Sea route as a strategic alternative amidst heightened risks and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Jeddah has launched two new bus routes aimed at improving urban mobility and public transportation options for residents.
An Air India flight en route from Bengaluru to London was diverted to Jeddah after experiencing a technical issue, with all passengers reported safe and the aircraft undergoing comprehensive technical inspections. The flight was airborne for over six hours before its diversion to Saudi Arabia.
Scoot cancels flights to Jeddah till March 28 due to Middle East conflict The Straits Times
The Prime Minister of Pakistan has arrived in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for official engagements.
JEDDAH, March 11 — A total of 164 Malaysians stranded in the conflict zones in West Asia have been successfully e...
KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 — AMAL, the Haj and Umrah pilgrimage arm of Malaysia Airlines, will resume normal opera...
Passengers who arrived at Hyderabad airport from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, said they did not face any difficulties due to the prevailing situation in the Gulf region
Malaysia Airlines to resume Jeddah, Madinah flights from March 4-8, Doha services still suspended The Star | Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 — Several umrah operators have swiftly rearranged travel schedules and changed the return fl...
Kuwait Airways ready to transport citizens from Jeddah Kuwait Times
US-Iran conflict sparks global flight disruptions The Straits Times
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha: Some of the world's busiest airports are closed due to attacks in the Middle East. The consequences are felt worldwide, for passengers as well as for freight traffic.
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 — Malaysia Airlines has cancelled several flights between Kuala Lumpur and destinations in th...
Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Nigeria announced that flight operations between Jeddah and Abuja will resume by mid-2026 or early 2027, as both countries strengthen bilateral cooperation.
The Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia is set to become the world's tallest building, exceeding one kilometer in height, and will incorporate significant German engineering and technology in its construction.
A cart driver was reportedly lynched with bricks in Djeddah Thiaroye Kao, Senegal, in what is described as a bloody punitive expedition.
flyadeal adds Jeddah–Dubai flights, boosts Riyadh services Gulf News
Qatar's Shura Council has welcomed the outcomes of the Amir's visit to Jeddah and Abu Dhabi, and reviewed the sports ministry's strategy for 2023-2030.
US President Donald Trump shared a video purportedly showing a munitions depot in Iran being attacked, following reports of a US bombing in the night. American officials have confirmed that the US military struck a large ammunition depot in Isfahan with 907-kilogram bunker buster bombs during intense US-Israeli attacks, with witnesses recording dramatic footage of the strikes and explosions also reported in Tehran.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the United Arab Emirates, securing a new defense cooperation agreement and discussing security. This visit follows a defense deal with Saudi Arabia, as Ukraine seeks broader arms partnerships with Gulf states to counter Iranian drones.
DP World has enhanced its trade capacity in the Red Sea region as cargo volumes at Jeddah port show a significant rebound.
The World Economic Forum has postponed its upcoming meeting in Saudi Arabia, which was scheduled to address global cooperation, development, and energy, citing the ongoing Middle East war.
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Jeddah’s historic markets bustle as Eid approaches Arab News
Ramadan ‘Basta’ stalls blend heritage, community and entrepreneurship in Jeddah Arab News
The Embassy of Malaysia in Doha facilitated the transport of Malaysians stranded in Qatar to Jeddah by bus as part of ongoing evacuation efforts from the Middle East.
China's AVIC has signed a $5 billion contract with Saudi company GAMI to establish a Wing Loong-3 drone assembly line in Jeddah, aiming for an annual production of 48 drones.
The Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah has invited representatives of all travel agencies to an urgent meeting to address the issue of stranded pilgrims.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 — Malaysia Airlines will temporarily resume services to and from Jeddah (JED), and Madinah (...
Several airlines from the same country have announced a limited resumption of flights from the Middle East, with special flights from the Emirates intensifying citizen evacuations and partial services resuming to Jeddah and Muscat.
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Air India Express will resume flights to and from Muscat on Tuesday, March 3, after a temporary halt due to the Middle East conflict.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Some Malaysian umrah pilgrims stranded in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia have purchased their own ti...
Flight maps showed airspace over Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Israel and Bahrain virtually empty as Israel said it struck Iran and the US military initiated a series of strikes against targets in the country.
Malaysia Airlines flights MH160 to Doha and MH150 to Jeddah were forced to turn back to Kuala Lumpur following an airspace risk advisory, causing disruptions for passengers.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has departed for Jeddah to attend the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Executive Committee meeting.
Foreign Minister Dar is scheduled to attend the OIC-CFM (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation - Council of Foreign Ministers) session in Jeddah.