April 2020 - Saudi Arabia Special Weapons News

Most of Mecca's population may be infected: Saudi medical sources Press TV 01 May 2020 -- Saudi medical sources say more than half of Mecca's residents have been infected by COVID 19 as indicated by random testing conducted in the holy city.
Dr. Al-Abdulaali: 1351 New COVID-19 Cases Detected in the Kingdom SPA 30 Apr 2020 -- Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said that 1351 new COVID-19 cases were reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 Committee Holds 71st Meeting SPA 30 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 71st meeting today.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar See Highest COVID-19 Infection Rates Among Gulf Countries Sputnik 30 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Arabia and Qatar have topped the list of Arab Gulf countries with the highest rate of coronavirus infections, official data showed on Thursday.
Trump warned Saudis to cut oil production or lose US military support: Reuters Press TV 30 Apr 2020 -- US President Donald Trump had warned Saudi Arabia earlier in April that he would end American military support for the kingdom if Riyadh did not end its oil price war with Russia and cut production.
Health Ministry Spokesman: 1325 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 29 Apr 2020 -- Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said that 1325 new COVID-19 cases were reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds 70th Meeting SPA 29 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 70th meeting today.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 29 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Cabinet virtually held its meeting today.
Saudi Arabia's Budget Deficit Reaches About $9 Bln in First Quarter Sputnik 29 Apr 2020 -- The Kingdom, one of the world's major crude producers, also suffered a dropped in oil revenues, as oil prices have been extremely volatile due to the new coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 Committee Holds 69th Meeting SPA 28 Apr 2020 -- The COVID-19 Follow-up Committee reviewed the epidemiological situation locally and globally.
1266 COVID-19 new cases reported in Saudi Arabia, Health Ministry Spokesperson announces SPA 28 Apr 2020 -- Assistant Minister of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali who is also Spokesperson of the Ministry of Health, said that 1266 new cases were reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, adding that 841 confirmed cases were detected via active screening process, representing 66% of the total cases.
Dr. Al-Abdulaali: 1289 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Kingdom SPA 27 Apr 2020 -- Assistant Minister of Health and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said that 1289 new cases were reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, adding that 791 cases confirmed today are detected via the active screening which represent 61% of the total cases.
COVID-19 Committee Holds 68th Meeting SPA 27 Apr 2020 -- The COVID-19 Follow-up Committee was assured of the health conditions of the Coronavirus cases in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the medical care provided to them.
26th Marine Expeditionary Unit trains on Saudi Arabian islands USMC News 27 Apr 2020 -- The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, conducted routine amphibious assault training on the islands of Karan and Kurayn, Saudi Arabia, April 20-22.
Saudi Arabia Scraps Death Penalty for Minors, Flogging in Bid to Modernize Penal Code Sputnik 27 Apr 2020 -- The kingdom of Saudi Arabia will no longer impose the death penalty on individuals who were minors at the time that they committed a crime, a Sunday statment issued by the state-backed Human Rights Commission (HRC) revealed.
Saudi Arabia Signs SR955 Million Contract with China for Testing Coronavirus SPA 26 Apr 2020 -- In implementation of the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to immediately provide necessary equipment, supplies and medications to confront the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), and as a result of the phone call made today between Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Chinese President Xi Jinping; the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Government of the People's Republic of China signed a SR 995 million contract providing nine million tests to diagnose the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) covering nine million people in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds 67th Meeting SPA 26 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 67th meeting today.
Covid-19 Follow up Committee Holds its 66th Meeting, over 600,000 Self Assessments Run SPA 25 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of the Minister of Health Dr. Taufiq bin Fozan Al-Rabiah, the Coronavirus (Covid-19) Developments' Follow up Committee held its 66th meeting. During the meeting reports relating to the virus were discussed, in addition to review the pandemic situation, all over the world.
Saudi Arabia To End Flogging As Punishment, Document Reveals Radio Farda 25 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Arabia appears to be ending flogging as a form of punishment, according to a document from the kingdom's top court seen by Reuters on Friday.
The Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen: Announcing a one-month extension of a Comprehensive Ceasefire in Yemen SPA 24 Apr 2020 -- Statement by the Official Spokesman of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen COL Turki Al-Malki
COVID-19 Pandemic Follow-up Committee Holds its 65th Meeting SPA 24 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Minister of Health Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, COVID-19 Pandemic Follow-up Committee held its 65th meeting today, with participation of members of all governmental relevant departments.
Health Ministry Spokesperson: 1158 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 24 Apr 2020 -- Assistant Minister of Health and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said that 1158 new cases were reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Kingdom asserts before UNSC commitment to provide united front to combat Corona SPA 23 Apr 2020 -- Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations, Ambassador Abdullah bin Yahya Al-Muallami, said that combating the epidemic of Covid 19 requires a transparent, strong, coordinated, broad-based global response based on science and a spirit of solidarity, stressing the Kingdom's commitment to providing a united front against this common threat, and that addressing the epidemic and its interlocking health, social and economic effects is an absolute priority for a kingdom, as we face one battle.
Saudi Press: Kingdom takes more measures to mitigate impacts of Coronavirus SPA 23 Apr 2020 -- Saudi newspapers highlighted in their editorials today a number of issues at local, regional, and international arenas.
Minister of Finance: Kingdom has taken several measures to face Corona pandemic SPA 23 Apr 2020 -- Minister of Finance and Acting Minister of Economy and Planning Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan, confirmed that the kingdom's government has reached advanced stages of implementing its plans under the Kingdom's Vision 2030, as it has continued to control the public finances, control the fiscal deficit and achieved the goals by the end of 2019
Health Ministry Spokesperson: 1141 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 22 Apr 2020 -- Assistant Minister of Health and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said that 1141 new cases were reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds 63rd Meeting SPA 22 Apr 2020 -- The COVID-19 Follow-up Committee called on the citizens and the residents to continue to adhere to the advices and instructions of the Ministry of Health during the holy month of Ramadan, praising everyone's abiding by the curfew, urging all to stay at home.
The Kingdom Continues Combat Against Trafficking in Persons Crimes Despite Current Circumstances as a Result of COVID-19 SPA 22 Apr 2020 -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by the Human Rights Commission (HRC), continues its efforts in combating trafficking in persons crimes, despite the circumstances the world is passing through in general and the Kingdom in particular due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Departure of first flight to Philippines as part of enabling expatriates to return to their countries SPA 22 Apr 2020 -- The first flight from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, heading to the Philippine capital Manila, is departing this evening, within the initiative announced by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development to enable expatriates to return to their countries, as a result of the conditions that the world is living in due to the Corona pandemic.
Turkish indictment gives details on how Saudi hit squad tried to hide traces of Khashoggi murder Press TV 21 Apr 2020 -- A Turkish indictment filed by the Istanbul prosecutor's office on the state-sponsored murder of Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi gives more details on a cover-up operation by the Saudi regime's operatives to hide their tracks.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 21 Apr 2020 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired today a Cabinet's virtual session.
Coronavirus infections among Saudi royals 'exceedingly surpassed' previous figures Press TV 18 Apr 2020 -- A Saudi whistleblower has said that the number of Saudi royals infected with the coronavirus (COVID-19) has "exceedingly surpassed" figures previously revealed by a New York Times report.
Coronavirus' Developments Follow up Committee Holds 58th Meeting, Reasserts Committing to Directives Preventive of Pandemic Spread SPA 17 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of the Minister of Health Dr. Taufiq bin Fozan Al-Rabiah, the Coronavirus' Developments Tracing Committee held its 58th meeting. During the meeting, the committee reviewed relevant reports and developments and the virus pandemic situation, all over the world, as well as cases reported in the Kingdom.
WHO Director-General Thanks Custodian of Two Holy Mosques for Kingdom's Contribution of $500M to Support International Efforts to Combat COVID-19 SPA 17 Apr 2020 -- Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus thanked the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the current president of the G20 for the Year 2020, contribution of $500 million to support international efforts to combat the outbreak of Coronavirus (Covid-19)
The Saudi G20 Presidency calls for US$8 billion in Combatting the COVID-19 Pandemic and Saudi Arabia pledges US$500 million SPA 16 Apr 2020 -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the holder of the G20 Presidency, has pledged US$500 million to relevant international organizations to support global efforts in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic. This pledge will support emergency and preparedness response, developing and deploying new diagnostics, therapeutics and vaccines, fulfilling unmet needs for international surveillance and coordination, and ensuring sufficient supplies of protective equipment for health workers.
Health Ministry Spokesman: 518 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 16 Apr 2020 -- Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said that 518 new cases were reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds 57th Meeting SPA 16 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 57th meeting today.
Spokesperson of Health Ministry: We are all Responsible SPA 15 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 56th meeting today.
Ministry of Interior: Al-Atheer District in Dammam Isolated in Addition to 24-Hour Curfew Starting Today until Further Notice SPA 15 Apr 2020 -- An official source at the Ministry of Interior has stated that in light of the recommendations of competent health authorities to enhance the precautionary measures to limit the spread of novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and to preserve the health and safety of citizens and residents, the following was decided:
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques approves a package of additional initiatives to mitigate impacts of Coronavirus on economic activities and private sector SPA 15 Apr 2020 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has approved a package of additional initiatives including support, exemption, and expediting payment of private sector dues as an extension of continuing efforts of the Government to deal with impacts and consequences of the novel Coronavirus pandemic and take all measures to confront financial and economic impacts on the private sector and economic activities which have been most affected by repercussions of the pandemic.
Saudi Aramco Has Not Made Any Offers of Extended Payment Terms to Crude Oil Sales SPA 15 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Aramco Company has denied some media reports with regard to payment terms to crude oil sales.
UK arms giant sold £15bn in weapons to Saudi Arabia during Yemen war: Report Press TV 15 Apr 2020 -- Britain's leading arms manufacturer is found to have sold above £15 billion ($18.9) worth of arms to Saudi Arabia since the kingdom started a brutal war against Yemen, the Arab world's most impoverished nation.
Oil War And Peace: A Russian-Saudi Standoff Is Over -- At What Cost To The Kremlin? RFE/RL 15 Apr 2020 -- When the alliance of oil-producing countries known as OPEC+ reached a deal to slash crude-oil output by a historic amount, it staved off a further collapse in the price of Russia's main export commodity.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds Daily Briefing SPA 14 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Follow-up Committee held its 55th meeting today.
Cabinet Holds Session via Virtual Network Under Chairmanship of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques SPA 14 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Cabinet held its session today via virtual network.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds Meeting SPA 13 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 54th meeting today.
UN warns Saudi deportation of Ethiopian migrants to fuel coronavirus spread Press TV 13 Apr 2020 -- The United Nations says Saudi Arabia's recent deportation of thousands of Ethiopian migrants will risk the spread of the new coronavirus, urging Riyadh to suspend the practice for the time being.
OPEC, Russia Approve Oil Production Cut Amid Pandemic RFE/RL 13 Apr 2020 -- OPEC, Russia, and other oil-producing countries have finalized an agreement on an unprecedented oil-production cut in the hope of bolstering global prices that have collapsed due to the coronavirus pandemic and a price war.
Saudi Arabia submits to oil output cut after US threat Press TV 13 Apr 2020 -- OPEC and other large oil producers led by Russia have approved a deal to cut output, after the US threatened to take measures against Saudi Arabia over its crude price war with Moscow.
Turkish court indicts 20 Saudis for murdering Khashoggi Press TV 13 Apr 2020 -- A Turkish court has accepted an indictment brought against 20 Saudis, including two former associates of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for the brutal murder of prominent dissident and journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Istanbul in 2018.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Urges All to Follow Instructions SPA 12 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 53rd meeting today.
SAMA and Financial Sector's Initiatives .. Sustainable Development in the Time of COVID-19 Pandemic SPA 12 Apr 2020 -- A tremendous development of the economic and financial system in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can be observed since the emergence of Corona virus (COVID-19). A high level of professionalism in dealing with local and global developments in an attempt to maintain the stability and sustainability of the economy. Through successive and precise steps, the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) in cooperation with the initiatives of the financial sector in general and banks and insurance companies in particular managed to draw a beautiful picture of the social responsibility toward the community and the national economy.
Interior Ministry Updates Forms of Movement Permit during Curfew Order SPA 12 Apr 2020 -- Due to the importance of reviewing and defining a number of allowed people for movement of the excluded entities from the curfew order, an official source at the Ministry of Interior stated that the ministry has initiated to update forms of movement permits during the curfew order for the excluded entities from the curfew order, adding that every governmental entity is required to issue necessary permits for its personnel while the competent authority of the Interior Ministry stamps these permits.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Orders Extending Curfew to Curb Spread of Coronavirus Until Further Notice SPA 12 Apr 2020 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud orders the extension of the curfew according to the current rates and indicators of the spread of the novel Coronvirus until a further notice.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds 52nd Meeting SPA 11 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 52nd meeting today.
Oil Anger: US Senators Threaten Saudi Arabia With Diplomatic Retaliation Amid Price War – Report Sputnik 11 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Arabia, a major strategic ally of the US, has been at the centre of an oil output cut dispute with Russia that unleashed a price war and sent already-volatile crude prices to their 18-year lows.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Calls on Everyone to Stay at Home and Adhere to Instructions SPA 10 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 51st meeting today.
Extraordinary Meeting of the OIC Steering Committee on Health on COVID-19 Pandemic Issues Final Communique SPA 10 Apr 2020 -- The Steering Committee on Health (SCH) of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) which was held at the OIC General Secretariat via video conference issued today the final communique on COVID-19 pandemic.
Trumps says Russia and Saudi Arabia close to deal on reduction of oil production People's Daily 10 Apr 2020 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that he believes Russia and Saudi Arabia are close to a deal to cut oil production amid rock-bottom prices, following talks he held with the two nations' leaders.
Saudi Arabia, Russia, U.S. assert cooperation for stability of energy markets People's Daily 10 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Arabia, the United States and Russia have asserted cooperation for the stability of energy markets, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Friday.
Oil Producers In OPEC+ Group Outline Plan To Cut Output, Expect U.S. To Join RFE/RL 10 Apr 2020 -- Representatives of OPEC, Russia, and other oil-producing countries have outlined a plan to cut production, a move meant to stabilize the global oil market shaken by the coronavirus pandemic.
Custodian of Two Holy Mosques, US President, Russian President Review Exerted Efforts in Light of OPEC+ Meeting and Importance of Joint Cooperation to Maintain Stability of Energy Markets Via Joint Phone Call SPA 10 Apr 2020 -- A joint phone call has been made among the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, President Donald Trump of the United States of America and President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation.
Saudi Arabia says final accord on oil production depends on Mexico Press TV 10 Apr 2020 -- Major oil producers have reached a partial agreement on the reduction of their production to prop up prices hammered by the coronavirus pandemic but Saudi Arabia says the final accord depends on Mexico's consent to go along with the proposed cuts.
Canada improves terms of light armored vehicles contract, putting in place a new robust permits review process Government of Canada 09 Apr 2020 -- "In 2014, a contract was signed between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Canadian Commercial Corporation, a Crown corporation, for the sale of light armoured vehicles manufactured by General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada. This contract is governed exclusively by Saudi law and subject to the Saudi judicial system."
Canada resuming arms exports to Saudis despite criticism Press TV 09 Apr 2020 -- Canadian authorities say they have found a way around bans on the controversial weapons exports to Saudi Arabia despite growing calls for a full halt to sales of arms to a regime involved in numerous cases of human rights violations.
The United States Welcomes the Saudi-led Coalition Announcement of a Unilateral Ceasefire in Yemen US Dept. of State 09 Apr 2020 -- The United States welcomes the announcement by the Saudi-led Coalition of a unilateral ceasefire in Yemen and commends Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for supporting this decision.
Saudi-led coalition's ceasefire in Yemen nothing but political, media maneuver: Ansarullah Press TV 09 Apr 2020 -- The spokesman for Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah movement, Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has dismissed a two-week ceasefire announced by the Saudi-led coalition waging a bloody military onslaught against the impoverished country as a publicity stunt.
Saudi Arabia to support fight against COVID-19 in Yemen and Palestine SPA 09 Apr 2020 -- At the tenth virtual meeting of an ad hoc committee on combating COVID-19 in affected countries, headed by the Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, six new contracts were today signed with specialized companies to provide medical support to Yemen and Palestine to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The contracts will allow for the urgent provision of medical supplies and preventative equipment to combat the spread of the virus in at-risk communities in both countries.
Riyadh Pledges $500Mln in Aid for Yemen, $25Mln to Fight COVID-19 – Vice Defense Minister Sputnik 09 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Arabia will provide $500 million in humanitarian aid for Yemen and $25 million more to fight the spread of COVID-19, the kingdom's Vice Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman al Saud said on Thursday.
Russia, Saudi Arabia To Discuss Cutting Oil Output Amid Glut RFE/RL 09 Apr 2020 -- Representatives of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Russia, and other oil-producing countries are set to meet to try to agree to cut output to stabilize the global oil market.
UN Secretary General Welcomes Announcement by Coalition to Restore Legitimacy of Ceasefire in Yemen SPA 09 Apr 2020 -- Secretary General António Guterres of the United Nations welcomed the announcement by the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen of a comprehensive ceasefire in Yemen for two weeks, effective on Thursday 9, April, 2020.
Arab League welcomes announcement of ceasefire in Yemen SPA 09 Apr 2020 -- The Secretary General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, has welcomed the announcement of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen, on a two-week ceasefire in all areas of operations in Yemen, calling on the Houthi militia to demonstrate commitment and responsiveness to this initiative, which represents a rare opportunity to stop the bloodshed in Yemen.
UN envoy to Yemen welcomes announcement by Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen on ceasefire in Yemen SPA 09 Apr 2020 -- The Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, Martin Griffiths, welcomed the announcement by the Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen of a two-week unilateral ceasefire covering all ground, maritime and air operations in Yemen starting on Thursday, April 9, 2020 AD.
The Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen declares a comprehensive ceasefire in Yemen for a period of two weeks, starting on Thursday, April 9, 2020. at 12:00 KSA time. The two-week period is subject to extension. SPA 09 Apr 2020 -- Statement by the Official Spokesman of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen COL Turki Al-Malki
GCC Secretary General welcomes announcement of ceasefire in Yemen SPA 09 Apr 2020 -- Secretary General of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) for Arab States, Dr. Naif Al-Hajraf has welcomed the announcement of the Command of Joint Forces of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen for a two-week comprehensive ceasefire in Yemen, starting from today, Thursday, April 9, which can be extended.
Yemen Army dismisses Saudi claim of suspension of hostilities Press TV 09 Apr 2020 -- The spokesman for Yemeni Armed Forces has categorically dismissed a claim by Saudi-led military coalition that it was observing a two-week ceasefire and suspension of hostilities in its devastating war against Yemen.
Saudi declares ceasefire in Yemen, then promptly breaches it with airstrikes Press TV 09 Apr 2020 -- The Saudi-led coalition, which had declared what it called a "ceasefire" in its devastating war against Yemen a few hours ago, targeted several Yemeni positions shortly after the announcement.
COVID-19 in Yemen: Saudi coalition ceasefire declared in bid to contain coronavirus UN News 09 Apr 2020 -- A ceasefire declaration by Saudi Arabia in war-shattered Yemen that was due to come into effect on Thursday has been welcomed by United Nations chief António Guterres as a way to promote peace and slow the advance of COVID-19.
Saudi-Led Coalition Adopts Coronavirus Cease-Fire in Yemen VOA 09 Apr 2020 -- The Saudi-led coalition that has been fighting Houthi rebels in Yemen for five years declared a two-week cease-fire starting Thursday in response to United Nations calls for peace as the world battles the coronavirus pandemic.
Several members of Saudi royal family infected with coronavirus: Report Press TV 08 Apr 2020 -- Several members of Saudi Arabia's royal family have contracted the novel coronavirus more than six weeks after the country reported its first case, a New York Times report says.
KSrelief Signs Six Contracts to Provide Medical Equipment and Supplies to Combat COVID-19 in Yemen and Palestine SPA 08 Apr 2020 -- King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) signed today six contracts with a number of specialized companies to provide medical equipment and supplies in order to combat the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Yemen and Palestine.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds Meeting SPA 08 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 48th meeting today.
Cabinet Holds Session and Reviews Several Issues via Virtual Network SPA 07 Apr 2020 -- The Cabinet held today via the virtual network a session and was briefed on the telephone calls made between the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud with King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan; President Kais Saied of the Republic of Tunisia, and Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte of Italy. The phone conversations dealt with the latest developments in the world due to outbreak of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in addition to the international efforts to curb and limit its spread.
Health Minister: Increasing Numbers of COVID-19 Infections in the Coming Period Primarily Depends on Everyone's Cooperation and Commitment to Instructions SPA 07 Apr 2020 -- Minister of Health Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah confirmed that increasing the number of infections with the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the coming period primarily depends on the cooperation of all and their commitment to guidelines and instructions, warning that some of the society's members did not adhere to the slogan "We are all responsible".
Ministry of Health Reports 147 New Cases of Coronavirus SPA 07 Apr 2020 -- The Ministry of Health has reported 147 new cases of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) according to the update on its official website to monitor novel Coronavirus cases, and the number of active cases reached 2163 cases.
Grand Mufti of kingdom: Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' orders greatly limited spread of Coronavirus SPA 07 Apr 2020 -- Grand Mufti of the Kingdom Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Muhammad Al Sheikh hailed orders by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to limit the spread of the Coronavirus.
Saudi Arabia imposes 24-Hour Curfew on Riyadh, Tabuk, Dammam, Dhahran, Hafouf, Jeddah, Taif, Qatif and Khobar, Interior Ministry announces SPA 06 Apr 2020 -- An official source at the Ministry of Interior has stated that, as part of the Kingdom's efforts to confront coronavirus pandemic, and in implementation of the recommendations of competent health authorities to raise the degree of precautionary and preventive measures to preserve the health and safety of citizens and residents, the following measures have been decided:
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Affirms Importance of Staying Home SPA 06 Apr 2020 -- The committee concerned with following up the health situation of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) held here today its 74th meeting under chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah in the presence of the committee's members representing a number of relevant governmental entities.
Ministry of Health reports 61 new cases of Coronavirus SPA 06 Apr 2020 -- The Ministry of Health has reported 61 new cases of the novel Coronavirus COVID-19 according to the update on its official website to monitor novel Coronavirus cases, and the number of active cases reached 1941 cases.
Ministry of Health reports 17 new cases of Coronavirus SPA 06 Apr 2020 -- The Ministry of Health has reported 17 new cases of the novel Coronavirus COVID-19 according to the update on its official website to monitor Corona cases, and the number of active cases reached 1880 cases.
Ministry of Health reports 82 new cases of Coronavirus SPA 06 Apr 2020 -- In its latest briefing posted at 9:54 pm this evening on its official website, the Ministry of Health reported 82 new cases of the novel Coronavirus COVID-19, bringing to 2016 the number of active cases in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds Meeting SPA 05 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 46th meeting today.
Saudi Arabia, UAE expand lockdowns as coronavirus cases rise Press TV 05 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Arabia and the UAE have adopted fresh measures to tackle the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic amid an uptick in the number patients in both Persian Gulf countries.
Trump Says Russia, Saudi Arabia 'Destroying' Themselves; Will Impose Oil Import Tariffs If Necessary RFE/RL 05 Apr 2020 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Russia and Saudi Arabia are "destroying" themselves with an oil price war, adding he will impose tariffs on their imports if necessary to protect the U.S. oil industry.
Saudi Press: Saudi Arabia is Keen on Maintaining Stability of Global Oil Markets SPA 05 Apr 2020 -- Saudi newspapers highlighted in their editorials today a number of issues at local, regional and international arenas.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds Meeting SPA 04 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 44th meeting today.
Saudis Lash Out Over Russia's Claim That Kingdom Withdrew From Output Deal RFE/RL 04 Apr 2020 -- Saudi Arabia's energy minister has rejected Russia's allegation that the kingdom withdrew last month from a deal to cut oil production.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Holds Meeting SPA 03 Apr 2020 -- Under the chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, the COVID-19 Follow-up Committee held its 44th meeting today.
Israel, Saudi Arabia impose heavy-handed measures amid virus pandemic Press TV 03 Apr 2020 -- Israel and Saudi Arabia have launched crackdown on certain population centers as cases of COVID-19 infections surge there.
Trump Says He Brokered Saudi-Russian Oil Deal, But Details Scant RFE/RL 03 Apr 2020 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says he brokered a deal with Russia and Saudi Arabia to cut oil output and end a steep decline in oil prices amid the global coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 Follow-up Committee Affirms Importance of Enhancing Precautionary Measures SPA 01 Apr 2020 -- The committee concerned with following up the health situation of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) held here today its 42nd meeting under chairmanship of Health Minister Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawazan Al-Rabiah in presence of the committee's members representing a number of relevant governmental entities.
Minister of Hajj: We asked the world to be patient in concluding Hajj contracts until path of epidemic becomes clear, keeping in mind safety of pilgrims and public health in world as priority SPA 01 Apr 2020 -- Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Muhammad Saleh bin Taher Banten, called upon the countries of the world to be patient in concluding Hajj contracts for this year 1441 AH, until the view about the epidemic and its current and future effects become clear based on the Kingdom's responsibility towards the public health of the world.
Trump Says He May Join Possible Saudi-Russia Talks On Oil's Slump RFE/RL 01 Apr 2020 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Russia and Saudi Arabia are discussing holding talks about the sharp fall in oil prices and that he would consider joining them.

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