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Saudi Arabia, officially the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), is a country in Western Asia. It covers the bulk of the Arabian Peninsula, and has a land area of about 2,150,000 km² (830,000 sq mi), making it the fifth-largest country in Asia, the second-largest in the Arab world, and the largest in Western Asia and the Middle East. It is bordered by the Red Sea to the west; Jordan, Iraq, and Kuwait to the north; the Persian Gulf, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates to the east; Oman to the southeast; and Yemen to the south. Bahrain is an island country off its east coast. The Gulf of Aqaba in the northwest separates Saudi Arabia from Egypt and Israel. Saudi Arabia is the only country with a coastline along both the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf, and most of its terrain consists of arid desert, lowland, steppe, and mountains. Its capital and largest city is Riyadh. The country is home to Mecca and Medina, the two holiest cities in Islam.

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Saudi Arabia: At least 20 Umrah pilgrims lose life, 29 injured in bus crash \| Oneindia News A bus ferrying pilgrims to the holy city of Mecca burst into flames after a collision on a bridge on Monday, killing 20 people and injuring more than two dozen others, Saudi state media reported. The.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:16Published 3 days ago

Saudi oil giant Aramco reports record profit of €151 billion for 2022 Aramco is the latest energy company to announce record earnings in 2022, helped by soaring energy prices following Russia's war in Ukraine. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Iran and Saudi Arabia agree to restore relations after China brokered peace \| Oneindia News As per Iranian state media reports, Iran and Saudi Arabia have agreed to re-establish diplomatic relations and reopen embassies after talks in Beijing between officials from the two rival Middle East.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:32Published 3 weeks ago

Iran, Saudi Arabia warming of deplmoatic relations: "A lmoment of optimism" Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 08:42Published 3 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia and Iran Agree to Restore Ties Saudi Arabia and Iran , Agree to Restore Ties. NBC News reports that the deal to restore diplomatic relations between the two archrivals was made in China on March 10. According to a joint statement.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:30Published 3 weeks ago

Fancy a virtual hot air balloon trip over Saudi Arabia's ancient tombs? Now, you can Saudi Arabia's Hegra Archaeological Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been recreated in the metaverse, offering virtual tours of its ancient tombs. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:20Published on February 22, 2023

Saudi Arabia to send first women astronaut to space later this year \| Oneindia News Saudi Arabia is all set to send its first female astronaut to space later this year, a move that is seen by the Islamic Kingdom to break its ultra-conservative image. #FemaleSaudiastronaut.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:01Published on February 14, 2023

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Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - radio & text Follow live text and listen to live BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
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Red Bull dominate Saudi GP first practice Red Bull pick up at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix where they left off in Bahrain two weeks ago by dominating first practice in Jeddah. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago

India shouldn't be concerned over China-brokered Iran-Saudi Arabia deal: Iranian envoy The China-brokered deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia to revive diplomatic ties should not be a matter of concern for India as the pact would provide regional stability and would be beneficial for New.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
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Hamilton & drivers feel uneasy being back in Saudi Lewis Hamilton and a number of fellow Formula 1 drivers have made it clear they are uncomfortable about being back in Saudi Arabia. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
Fifa drops Saudi sponsorship for Women's World Cup Fifa drops plans for Saudi Arabia to sponsor the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, president Gianni Infantino confirms. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks agoAlso reported by •Sky News

FIFA confirms no Saudi deal for Women's World Cup after human rights backlash FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Saudi Arabia's government tourism agency will not now be a Women's World Cup sponsor. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
Saudi club to offer Messi £193m - Thursday's gossip Lionel Messi to be offered £193m per year to move to Saudi Arabian club, Julian Alvarez to sign new Manchester City contract, plus more. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
Ferrari's Leclerc set for grid penalty at Saudi GP Ferrari's Charles Leclerc will receive a grid penalty at this weekend's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix resulting in at least a 10-place drop from the season-opening race in Bahrain. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago	India top arms importer in the world: Defence think-tank SIPRI report Five largest arms importers in the world during 2018-22 were India, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Australia and China. DNA - Published 2 weeks ago
Kidnapping-and-murder accused wanted by Kerala Police brought back from Saudi Arabia: CBI IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago	Secret talks end with Beijing brokered Saudi Arabia and Iran deal which will leave US wary Saudi Arabia and Iran have announced they will resume ties after years of hostility. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
PGA Tour 'still best place to play golf' - McIlroy Rory McIlroy says the PGA Tour is still the best place in the world to play golf, despite admitting that it has benefitted from the emergence of the Saudi Arabia-funded LIV Golf. BBC Sport - Published 3 weeks ago	LIV has changed 'antiquated' PGA Tour - McIlroy Rory McIlroy admits the emergence of the Saudi-funded LIV Golf is "benefiting everyone that plays professional golf at a high level". BBC Sport - Published 3 weeks ago
Premier League 'must re-examine' Newcastle deal The Premier League "must re-examine the assurances" it was given about potential Saudi state control of Newcastle, says human rights group Amnesty International. BBC Sport - Published on March 2, 2023	Jake Paul Loses 8-Round Split Decision To Tommy Fury Jake Paul has finally met his match -- the YouTuber-turned-boxing star just lost to Tommy Fury in an 8-round split decision in Saudi Arabia. After years of trash talk, the men finally met in the boxing.. TMZ.com - Published on February 27, 2023
Tommy Fury wins long-awaited fight against Jake Paul in Saudi Arabia Tommy Fury was announced the winner by split decision in his much-anticipated fight against Jake Paul. Sky News - Published on February 26, 2023	Jake Paul and Tommy Fury pulled apart at weigh-in ahead of Saudia Arabia clash Tommy Fury and Jake Paul have had to be pulled apart at a weigh-in ahead of their clash in Saudi Arabia on Sunday. Sky News - Published on February 25, 2023
'22m followers doesn't make it a 50-50 fight' Tommy Fury says there is "not a chance in the world" that YouTuber Jake Paul will beat him in Saturday's much-publicised bout in Saudi Arabia. BBC Sport - Published on February 25, 2023	Fake tan, babies & family legacy - but who will win? Jake Paul and Tommy Fury give three reasons why they think it is they who will triumph in their much-publicised boxing fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Sunday, 26 February. BBC Sport - Published on February 23, 2023
Ko fights back to win second Saudi title World number one Lydia Ko wins the Aramco Saudi Ladies International for a second time after recovering a one-shot overnight deficit. BBC Sport - Published on February 19, 2023	Vu holds narrow advantage over Ko in Saudi Arabia American Lilia Vu leads Lydia Ko by one shot going into the final round of the Aramco Saudi Ladies International. BBC Sport - Published on February 18, 2023
Ashok two shots clear of top-ranked Ko in Saudi India's Aditi Ashok leads world number one Lydia Ko and American Lilia Vu by two shots after the second round at the Aramco Saudi Ladies International. BBC Sport - Published on February 17, 2023	Paul to earn world ranking if he beats Fury The WBC say Youtube star Jake Paul will earn a world ranking in the cruiserweight division if he beats Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia this month. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2023
'I'm not perfect' - Joshua apologises for post-bout actions Anthony Joshua apologises for his post-bout actions against Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia. BBC Sport - Published on February 10, 2023	Saudi sponsor for World Cup 'bizarre' - Morgan United States forward Alex Morgan says a potential Visit Saudi sponsorship deal for the 2023 Women's World Cup is "bizarre". BBC Sport - Published on February 9, 2023
Indian enters Pakistan to complete his journey on foot to Saudi Arabia for Hajj IndiaTimes - Published on February 7, 2023	India’s Haj quota at around 1.75 lakh this year Around 1.75 lakh pilgrims will be able to go for Haj to Saudi Arabia as per the quota assigned to India by Saudi Arabia this year. The application process for Haj is yet to be opened through the.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 2, 2023
World Cup hosts ask Fifa to clarify Saudi deal Co-hosts Australia and New Zealand ask Fifa to "urgently clarify" reports that Saudi Arabia's tourism authority is to be named as an official sponsor of the Women's World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on February 1, 2023	FIFA facing backlash over potential 'sportswashing' Saudi sponsorship FIFA is facing backlash from Women's World Cup co-hosts Australia and New Zealand over a potential sponsorship of the tournament by Saudi Arabia. Sky News - Published on February 1, 2023
Fury-Paul fight rescheduled for Saudi Arabia Tommy Fury's fight with YouTube star Jake Paul has been rearranged to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia next month. BBC Sport - Published on January 27, 2023	Ronaldo and Messi both score in Saudi exhibition Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in his first game in Saudi Arabia and Lionel Messi is also on the scoresheet as PSG edge a Riyadh All-Stars XI. BBC Sport - Published on January 19, 2023
PSG v Riyadh All-Star XI: Messi set to face Ronaldo - follow live Follow live text updates as Paris St-Germain face an All-Star XI from Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal at King Fahd Stadium in Riyadh. BBC Sport - Published on January 19, 2023	Spanish Super Cup: Real Madrid face Barcelona Follow live text coverage as Real Madrid face Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia. BBC Sport - Published on January 15, 2023
Qatar's Al-Attiyah wins fifth Dakar Rally title Qatar's Nasser Al-Attiyah wins the Dakar Rally for the fifth time, defending his title in Saudi Arabia. BBC Sport - Published on January 15, 2023	No Saudi Arabian offer for Messi - Balague Paris St-Germain forward Lionel Messi has not been approached by Al Hilal and would not consider a move to Saudi Arabia, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague says. BBC Sport - Published on January 13, 2023
WWE Sources Say Company Not Sold To Saudi Arabia WWE has not been sold to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund ... this according to sources familiar with the situation. TMZ Sports is told ... a deal has not been made between the two sides, despite.. TMZ.com - Published on January 11, 2023	No World Cup deal in Ronaldo contract - Al Nassr Cristiano Ronaldo's new club Al Nassr say his contract does not include any commitment to back a Saudi Arabia bid to host the World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on January 10, 2023
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Ronaldo says he joined Saudi Arabian football club after he 'won everything' in Europe Christiano Ronaldo has declared in Europe he has "won everything" as he was unveiled with Saudi Arabia club Al Nassr. Sky News - Published on January 3, 2023	'Unique player' Ronaldo unveiled by Al Nassr Watch as Cristiano Ronaldo is unveiled by his new club Al Nassr and says his work in Europe is done, but he had "many opportunities" from other clubs before joining the Saudi Arabian side. BBC Sport - Published on January 3, 2023
Ronaldo had 'many opportunities' to join top clubs Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo says he had "many opportunities" to join top clubs before signing for Saudi Arabia side Al Nassr. BBC Sport - Published on January 3, 2023	Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr Cristiano Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr on a deal that runs until 2025. BBC Sport - Published on December 30, 2022Also reported by •Sky News