January 2021 - Saudi Arabia Special Weapons News

261 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 274 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 31 Jan 2021 -- Official spokesperson of the ministry of health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali attributed the recent surge in coronavirus cases in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to negative behavior during practicing social gatherings.
Health Minister Calls for Preserving Gains Achieved in Addressing COVID-19 Pandemic, Adherence to Precautionary Measures SPA 31 Jan 2021 -- The Minister of Health Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah has called on everyone to preserve gains achieved in addressing the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, affirming that this would not be accomplished except by everyone's commitment and the continuous support by the leadership that made the citizen's health and safety a top priority.
270 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 293 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 30 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 270 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 367,813, including 2,142 active cases undergoing treatment.
267 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 253 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 29 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 267 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 367,543, including 2,169 active cases undergoing treatment.
In 'historic' move, Italy blocks arms sales to Saudi Arabia, UAE over Yemen crimes Press TV 29 Jan 2021 -- Italy has permanently stopped exports of arms to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) amid worries over the two regimes' continued war crimes in Yemen, in what human rights campaigners praised as a "historic" move that sets "an important precedent" for other European countries.
Saudi Arabia hires over dozen lobbying firms in US to launder its reputation Press TV 29 Jan 2021 -- Saudi authorities have reportedly hired more than a dozen lobbying firms to help boost relations with the United States and improve the Riyadh regime's image as new US President Joe Biden assumes office.
Health Ministry: 253 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 28 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 253 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 367,276 confirmed cases, including 2,157 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 362 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Ex-Saudi top intelligence agent accused in retributory countersuit of embezzling billions of dollars Press TV 28 Jan 2021 -- As fighting among former and present members of Saudi government intensifies, a number of Saudi state-owned companies sue Saad al-Jabri, the kingdom's former top intelligence officer, in a Canadian court, accusing him of embezzling billions of dollars.
Health Ministry: 216 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 27 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 216 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 367,023 confirmed cases, including 2,115 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 348 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 27 Jan 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Prime Minister, chaired today the Cabinet's virtual session.
213 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 198 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 25 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 213 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 366,584, including 2,092 active cases undergoing treatment.
"Naval Defender 21" Exercise Continues with Participation of US, British Forces SPA 25 Jan 2021 -- The Royal Saudi Naval Forces continues, with participation of its counterpart United States' Navy and a British Minesweeper, at the Eastern Fleet site, in Jubail.
The United States Condemns Attack on Saudi Arabia US Dept. of State 24 Jan 2021
Health Ministry: 223 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 26 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 223 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 366,807 confirmed cases, including 2,108 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 338 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Health Ministry Spokesman: 186 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 24 Jan 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali said in a press conference today that 186 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 366,371 confirmed cases, including 2,080 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 313 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
197 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 203 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 23 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 197 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 366,185, including 2,107 active cases undergoing treatment.
Saudi Arabia intercepts 'hostile air target' going toward Riyadh Press TV 23 Jan 2021 -- Saudi Arabia says it has intercepted an apparent missile or drone strike over Riyadh, after a blast was heard in the Saudi capital on Saturday morning.
213 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 188 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 22 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 213 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 365,988, including 2,117 active cases undergoing treatment.
Health Ministry Calls for Adherence to Precautionary Measures, Reports 212 New COVID19-Confirmed Cases SPA 21 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in statement today that 212 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 365,775 confirmed cases, including 2,096 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 326 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Ministry of Health Announces Rescheduling of Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine SPA 20 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today the possibility of rescheduling the receiving of the vaccine for those registered to take the first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, due to the delay of the producing company in supplying the vaccine to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Health Ministry: 238 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 20 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in statement today that 238 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 365,563 confirmed cases, including 2,048 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 331 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Incoming US intel chief vows to release report on who ordered Khashoggi murder Press TV 20 Jan 2021 -- US President-elect Joe Biden's nominee for the United States' top intelligence position has pledged to release an unclassified report on who directed the murder of dissident Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi as per a congressional demand that the outgoing Donald Trump administration defied.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 20 Jan 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Prime Minister, chaired today the Cabinet's virtual session.
226 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 156 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 19 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 226 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 365,325, including 1,986 active cases undergoing treatment. Of these, there are 327 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
170 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 161 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 18 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 170 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 365,099, including 1,922 active cases undergoing treatment.
Health Ministry Spokesman: 176 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 17 Jan 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali said in a press conferece today that 176 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 364,929 confirmed cases, including 1,919 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 319 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
140 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 159 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 16 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 140 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 364,753, including 1,894 active cases undergoing treatment.
Prince Turki bin Hazloul Receives 1st Dose of Coronavirus' Vaccine SPA 15 Jan 2021 -- Prince Turki bin Hazloul bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Najran Region, received here today the first dose of Coronavirus' vaccine.
173 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 181 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 15 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 173 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 364,613, including 1,918 active cases undergoing treatment.
Health Ministry: 169 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 14 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in statement today that 169 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 364,440 confirmed cases, including 1,929 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 302 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Health Ministry: 175 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 13 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in statement today that 175 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 364,271 confirmed cases, including 1,954 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 307 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 13 Jan 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prime Minister, chaired today the Cabinet's virtual session.
Health Ministry: 147 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 12 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said, in a statement today, that 147 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 364,096 cases, including 1,939 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 310 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable, the statement said.
140 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 158 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 11 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 140 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 363,949, including 1,948 active cases undergoing treatment.
Readout of PDO Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Anthony Tata Meeting With Senior Officials in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia DoD 10 Jan 2021
Health Ministry Spokesman: 117 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 10 Jan 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali confirmed in a press conference here today that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is among the list of countries that witness more stability and decline in the number of COVID-19 cases, pointing out that the confirmed cases continue to decrease by 98%. Dr. Al-Abdulaali also said that 178,337 vaccine doses have been given so far.
110 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 174 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 09 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced in a statement here today that 110 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 363,692, including 2,024 active cases undergoing treatment.
Recent Gulf Rapprochement Blow to Iran, Experts Say VOA 09 Jan 2021 -- The Saudi-led members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Egypt took steps during the 41st GCC summit to lower tensions with Qatar that began in mid-2017, a move seen by experts as an important measure to enhance security in the Persian Gulf and curtail Iran's influence in the region.
Saudi Arabian, US air forces wrap up joint military exercise in Persian Gulf region Press TV 09 Jan 2021 -- Saudi Arabia and the United States have concluded joint war games, with Saudi F-15SE warplanes flying besides American B-52 strategic bombers and F-16 fighters.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Receives 1st Dose of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Vaccine SPA 08 Jan 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud received here today the first dose of Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine.
97 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 171 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 08 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced in a statement here today that 97 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 363,582, including 2,092 active cases undergoing treatment.
Saudi King Salman Receives Shot of COVID-19 Vaccine - Video Sputnik 08 Jan 2021 -- Last month Saudi Arabia launched its inoculation campaign against COVID-19 using the Pfizer/BioNtech vaccine. The kingdom has become the first Arab country to administer vaccine shots free for all citizens.
Joint Exercise between Saudi F-15 Fighters, US Strategic B-52 Bombers Concluded SPA 08 Jan 2021 -- Royal Saudi Air Force and the US Air Force concluded here today a bilateral exercise between Saudi (F-15 S A) fighters and US Air Force strategic bombers (B-52) as well as (F-16) fighters.
Saudi Arabia: UN rights expert welcomes 'positive first step' toward détente in Gulf UN News 07 Jan 2021 -- Saudi Arabia's action in lifting sanctions against Qatar is a "positive first step" towards normalized relations in the Gulf region, a UN independent human rights expert said on Thursday, urging the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and Egypt to follow suit.
Health Ministry: 108 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 07 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 108 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 363,485 cases, including 2,170 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 328 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Health Ministry: 118 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 06 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 118 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 363,377 cases, including 2,206 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 351 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
UN chief welcomes declaration on resolving the 'Gulf rift' UN News 06 Jan 2021 -- The United Nations Secretary-General has welcomed the al Ula declaration on "solidarity and stability", announced at the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit on Tuesday, aimed at strengthening peace and prosperity in the region.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 06 Jan 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prime Minister, chaired today the Cabinet's virtual session.
104 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Detected, 146 Recoveries, 39,433 Lab Tests Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 05 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced in a statement here today that 104 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 363,259, including 2,239 active cases undergoing treatment.
The United States Welcomes the Breakthrough to Restore Gulf and Arab Unity US Dept. of State 05 Jan 2021
Saudi Arabia, Qatar Appear to Mend Ties After 3 Yr Feud VOA 05 Jan 2021 -- The Gulf Cooperation Council held its 41st annual summit outside the Saudi capital Riyadh Tuesday, amid optimism over the apparent resolution of a long-standing conflict with Qatar. Riyadh has agreed to reopen its land, air and sea borders with Doha.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar to reopen land, air, sea borders: Kuwaiti FM People's Daily 05 Jan 2021 -- Saudi Arabia and Qatar will reopen land, air and sea borders starting from Monday evening, Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Ahmad Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah said Monday.
Saudi, Qatar to reopen land, maritime borders after three years of feud Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Riyadh has reached an agreement with Doha to end a three-year feud by reopening the Saudi airspace and land and sea borders to Qatar as of Monday, Kuwait's foreign minister said in televised comments.
MoH: 82 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia, as Lowest Virus-Infection in Many Months SPA 04 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health (MoH) announced yesterday that 82 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing its total to 363,061 cases, including 2,372 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 358 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
94 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Detected, 166 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 04 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced in a statement here today that 94 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 363,155, including 2,290 active cases undergoing treatment.
Saudi Arabia to Lift Embargo on Qatar VOA 04 Jan 2021 -- Saudi Arabia will lift a yearslong embargo on Qatar, according to Kuwait's Foreign Ministry.
'Biggest Breakthrough': Saudi Arabia, Qatar to Sign US-Brokered Deal to Ease Gulf Dispute Sputnik 04 Jan 2021 -- Saudi Arabia cut off all diplomatic ties with Qatar in 2017, and with a group of fellow Middle Eastern countries imposed a trade and travel embargo on the nation over accusations that Qatar supported terrorism.
Emir of Qatar to Attend Gulf Summit for 1st Time Since 2017 Sputnik 04 Jan 2021 -- Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani will attend the summit of the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, which will mark a breakthrough in the regional crisis, the emir's office said on Monday.
Saudi Arabia to Lift Entry Ban Linked to New SARS-CoV-2 Strain on Sunday - State Media Sputnik 03 Jan 2021 -- Saudi Arabia is set to scrap an entry ban related to the new mutated strain of SARS-CoV-2 on Sunday, state media reported, citing an interior ministry source.
101 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Detected, 182 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 02 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced in a statement here today that 101 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 362,979, including 2,477 active cases undergoing treatment.
137 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Detected, 228 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 01 Jan 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced in a statement here today that 137 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 362,878, including 2,567 active cases undergoing treatment.

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