February 2021 - Saudi Arabia Special Weapons News

Health Ministry Spokesman: 322 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 28 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said in a press conference today that 322 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 377,383 confirmed cases, including 2,584 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 481 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
338 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 320 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 27 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 338 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 377,061, including 2,562 active cases undergoing treatment.
Saudi claims Yemeni ballistic missile launched against Riyadh Press TV 27 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Arabia claims the Yemeni armed forces have launched a missile attack against Riyadh and a drone attack against a southern Saudi province.
The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen: Interception, Destruction of Bomb-Laden UAV Launched by Terrorist, Iran-Backed Houthi Militia Toward Khamis Mushait City SPA 27 Feb 2021 -- Statement by the Official Spokesman of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Brigadier General Turki Al-Malki
Saudi-Led Coalition Thwarts Missile Attack on Riyadh Reportedly Launched by Houthis Sputnik 27 Feb 2021 -- Less than 24 hours prior to Saturday's incident, the kingdom intercepted a similar attack, targeting civilian areas and objects in the southern region of the country.
Saudi Arabia 'completely rejects' U.S. report on Khashoggi murder People's Daily 27 Feb 2021 -- The government of Saudi Arabia on Friday rejected the findings of the U.S. intelligence report regarding the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, saying the report contained "inaccurate information and conclusions."
US says Saudi crown prince ordered, directed gruesome killing of Jamal Khashoggi Press TV 27 Feb 2021 -- A declassified US intelligence report has revealed that Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman – known by his initials as MBS – has ordered and directed the gruesome killing of Saudi opposition journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Treasury Sanctions the Saudi Rapid Intervention Force and Former Deputy Head of Saudi Arabia's General Intelligence Presidency for Roles in the Murder of Journalist Jamal Khashoggi US Treasury 26 Feb 2021 -- "Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Ahmad Hassan Mohammed al Asiri, Saudi Arabia's former Deputy Head of General Intelligence Presidency, and Saudi Arabia's Rapid Intervention Force in connection with the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi."
346 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 368 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 26 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 346 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 376,723, including 2,549 active cases undergoing treatment.
The Government of The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Completely Rejects the Assessment in the Report Submitted to US' Congress Regarding Murder of Saudi Citizen Jamal Khashoggi SPA 26 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has followed the report submitted to the United States' Congress regarding the heinous murder of Saudi citizen Jamal Khashoggi.
Saudi Arabia 'Completely Rejects' US Khashoggi Report Assessment Sputnik 26 Feb 2021 -- A US intelligence report blaming Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for ordering the assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi was released by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) earlier on Friday.
Accountability for the Murder of Jamal Khashoggi US Dept. of State 26 Feb 2021 -- In October 2018, the world was horrified by the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a lawful permanent resident of the United States, in the Saudi Arabian Consulate in Istanbul, Turkey.
US Intelligence Report Singles Out Saudi Crown Prince in Khashoggi Killing VOA 26 Feb 2021 -- The U.S. released a declassified intelligence report Friday that assessed that Saudi Arabia's powerful Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman approved the grisly murder of Saudi dissident and Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the kingdom's consulate in Turkey, adding it is "highly unlikely" it would have been done without the prince's approval.
ODNI Releases Assessment on the Saudi Government's Role in Killing of Jamal Khashoggi Director of National Intelligence 26 Feb 2021 -- Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines today submitted to Congress an Intelligence Community assessment regarding the Saudi Government's role in the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
"Assessing the Saudi Government's Role in the Killing of Jamal Khashoggi" Director of National Intelligence 26 Feb 2021 -- Consistent with Sections 1277 and 5714 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (P.L. 116-92) and with the commitment made during her January 19, 2021 nomination hearing before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines today declassified an Intelligence Community assessment regarding the Saudi Government's role in the killing of Jamal Khashoggi.
Biden Administration Declassifies Intel Report on Killing of Saudi Journalist Jamal Khashoggi Sputnik 26 Feb 2021 -- While the report alleges that Mohammed bin Salman "broadly supported using violent measures if necessary to silence" Khashoggi, Riyadh has repeatedly denied the royal family's involvement in the journalist's killing, branding it a "rogue operation".
Health Ministry Spokesman: 356 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 25 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said in a press conference today that 356 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 376,377 confirmed cases, including 2,574 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 473 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Biden Calls King Salman as US Recalibrates Relations With Saudis VOA 25 Feb 2021 -- U.S. President Joe Biden called Saudi Arabian King Salman on Thursday as his administration is set to release a congressionally mandated declassified version of an intelligence report that is expected to find the king's son Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman approved the 2018 killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Secretary Blinken's Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud US Dept. of State 25 Feb 2021
Readout of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Call with King Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud of Saudi Arabia The White House 25 Feb 2021
Khashoggi's assassins flew on planes under control of MBS: CNN Press TV 25 Feb 2021 -- Leaked Saudi documents show that the assassination squad that killed Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi flew to the Turkish city of Istanbul on private jets owned by a company under the full control of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), a report says.
Top Secret' Saudi Documents Reveal Khashoggi Killers Used Jets Owned by Crown Prince, Report Claims Sputnik 25 Feb 2021 -- Saudi-born Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi was killed and dismembered in 2018 in the Saudi embassy in the Turkish capital city of Istanbul. After facing accusations of being involved in the journalist's murder, Riyadh sentenced eight suspects in 2019.
Health Ministry: 353 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 24 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 353 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 376,021 confirmed cases, including 2,531 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 483 critical cases.
US plans to release report incriminating bin Salman for Khashoggi murder Press TV 24 Feb 2021 -- The administration of US President Joe Biden plans to release an unclassified intelligence report that will likely incriminate Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the brutal killing of Jamal Khashoggi.
Over 70 Int'l, Domestic Firms Licensed to Work in Saudi Arabia's Military Sector, Reports Say Sputnik 24 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Arabia has issued licenses to over 70 domestic and foreign companies operating in the country's military sector by the end of 2020, state-run news agency SPA reported, citing the General Authority of Military Industries (GAMI).
335 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 323 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 23 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said in a press conference today that 335 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 375,668, including 2,463 active cases undergoing treatment.
327 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 318 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 22 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 327 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 375,333, including 2,455 active cases undergoing treatment.
Riyadh Now Permits Women to Join Saudi Military, Hold Armed Combat Roles Sputnik 22 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Arabia's government has taken several progressive steps to advance women's rights in recent years, including the 2017 lifting of a ban that prohibited women to operate motor vehicles and the 2019 amendment allowing women to divorce and travel without male permission.
SAMI and NIMR Sign Teaming Agreement to Transfer Armored Vehicle Production and Technology to Saudi Arabia SPA 22 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), signed today a teaming agreement with NIMR, a United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based leading manufacturer of combat-proven light- and medium-weight wheeled military vehicles, to supply armored vehicles to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
GAMI, State Authority for Military Industry of Belarus, Co-Sign MoU in Field of Military Industries SPA 22 Feb 2021 -- Saudi General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) signed here today a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the field of military industries with the State Authority for Military Industry of the Republic of Belarus, on the sidelines of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's participation in IDEX 2021.
Saudi Military Industries Authority and UAE Economic Balance Council sign MoU in field of military industries SPA 22 Feb 2021 -- Saudi General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) and Economic Balance Council in the United Arab Emirates signed here today a memorandum of understanding in the field of military industries, on the sidelines of IDEX 2021 exhibition.
MoH Inaugurates 10 COVID-19 Vaccination Centers in Madinah SPA 21 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health has inaugurated 10 additional COVID-19 vaccination centers in Madinah Region.
Health Ministry Spokesman: 315 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 21 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali said in a press conference today that 315 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 375,006 confirmed cases, including 2,451 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 508 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
325 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 382 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 20 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 325 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 374,691, including 2,489 active cases undergoing treatment.
Saudi Arabia announces 'aggressive' plan to spend $20bn on domestic arms Press TV 20 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Arabia has announced a "very aggressive" plan to spend more than 20 billion dollars on its domestic military industry over the next decade.
337 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 346 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 19 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 337 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 374,366, including 2,549 active cases undergoing treatment.
Pentagon chief calls MBS to reaffirm 'strategic defense partnership' Press TV 19 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman – the de facto leader of Saudi Arabia and the kingdom's defense minister – has received a phone call from Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin weeks after the new US administration took office.
Health Ministry: 327 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 18 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 327 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 374,029 confirmed cases, including 2,562 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 493 critical cases.
SFDA Approves Importing, Using Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine SPA 18 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has approved importing and using the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine.
Health Ministry: 334 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 17 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 334 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 373,702 confirmed cases, including 2,611 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 480 critical cases.
314 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 341 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 15 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 314 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 373,046, including 2,682 active cases undergoing treatment.
Official Source: Saudi Arabia Will Stop Contracting with Any Company or Firm That Has Regional Headquarters Outside Saudi Arabia, Starting From 2024 SPA 15 Feb 2021 -- An official source stated that the Kingdom of Saudi of Arabia intends to cease contracting with companies and commercial institutions with regional headquarters not located in the Kingdom. The cessation will include agencies, institutions and funds owned by the government and will take effect January 1st, 2024.
As many as 322 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 282 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia, Health Ministry Spokesman Says SPA 14 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali said, in a statement here today, that 322 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 372,732, including 2,714 active cases receiving necessary medical care.
337 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 356 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 13 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 337 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 372,410, including 2,679 active cases undergoing treatment.
No call planned between President Biden, Mohammed bin Salman: White House Press TV 13 Feb 2021 -- No call has been planned between US President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), the White House says, as the new administration is reviewing the US policy toward Saudi Arabia.
353 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 305 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 12 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 353 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 372,073, including 2,702 active cases undergoing treatment.
As many as 364 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia, reports Health Ministry Spokesman SPA 11 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali said, in a press conference today, that 364 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing to 371,720 the total number of confirmed cases, including 2,658 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 437 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Secretary Blinkens Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud US Dept. of State 10 Feb 2021
Health Ministry: 369 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 10 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 369 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 371,356 confirmed cases, including 2,573 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 417 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 10 Feb 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Prime Minister, chaired today the Cabinet's virtual session.
Saudi Activist al-Hathloul Released After 1,000 Days in Prison VOA 10 Feb 2021 -- Saudi activist Loujain al-Hathloul was released from a Saudi prison Wednesday, after spending nearly three years behind bars, according to her family.
356 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 298 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 08 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 356 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 370,634, including 2,415 active cases undergoing treatment.
As many as 317 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia, says Health Ministry Spokesman SPA 07 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali said in a press conference here today that 317 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 370,278 cases, including 2,361 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 408 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable, he said.
Saudi Arabia Says it Intercepted Armed Drone Launched by Yemen Rebels VOA 07 Feb 2021 -- The Saudi-led military coalition intercepted an armed drone launched by Yemeni rebels, state media reported Sunday.
Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen: Interception, Destruction of (2) Bomb-Laden UAVs Launched by Terrorist, Iran-Backed Houthi Militia Toward the Kingdom SPA 07 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Brigadier General Turki Al-Malki said in a statement today that "Joint Coalition Forces have intercepted and destroyed this evening (Sunday) (2) additional bomb-laden UAVs.
Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen: Interception, Destruction of Bomb-Laden UAV Launched by Terrorist, Iran-Backed Houthi Militia Toward the Kingdom SPA 07 Feb 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Brigadier General Turki Al-Malki said in a statement today that "Joint Coalition Forces have intercepted and destroyed this evening (Sunday) a bomb-laden UAV launched systematically and deliberately by the terrorist Houthi militia to target civilians and civilian objects in Southern Region."
Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen: Interception, Destruction of Bomb-Laden UAV Launched by Terrorist, Iran-Backed Houthi Militia Toward the Kingdom SPA 07 Feb 2021 -- Statement by the Official Spokesman of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Brigadier General Turki Al-Malki "Joint Coalition Forces have intercepted and destroyed this morning (Sunday) a bomb-laden UAV launched systematically and deliberately by the terrorist Houthi militia to target civilians and civilian objects in (Southern Region)."
386 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 283 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 06 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 386 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 369,961, including 2,327 active cases undergoing treatment.
Bin Salman ordered second assassination attempt against ex-Saudi official: Lawsuit Press TV 06 Feb 2021 -- A former Saudi intelligence official says the kingdom's infamous crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), directed agents to embark on the second assassination mission against him after the first one failed two years ago.
Saudi Press: Saudi Arabia Welcomes What Was Stated in Speech of US President on Washington's Commitment to Cooperate with Saudi Arabia to Defend Its Sovereignty and Counter Threats Against It SPA 06 Feb 2021 -- Saudi newspapers highlighted in their editorials today a number of issues at local, regional and international arenas.
Secretary Blinken's Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud US Dept. of State 06 Feb 2021
327 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 257 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 05 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 327 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 369,575, including 2,228 active cases undergoing treatment.
Rimah Al-Nassr 1 Exercise Maneuvers Continue, at Air War Center, in the Eastern Sector SPA 05 Feb 2021 -- Participants at Rimah Al-Nassr 1 Exercise Maneuvers continued, at Air War Center, in the Eastern Sector, their joint drills, following the excellently successful end of the first stage and proven capability with an utmost professionalism to carry out the goals of that stage.
UN welcomes US decision to 'strengthen its diplomatic engagement' towards Yemen peace deal UN News 05 Feb 2021 -- The UN on Friday told journalists that it welcomed the decision by the United States "to strengthen it's diplomatic engagement" and support efforts led by the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, to ends years of conflict there.
Biden to shift U.S. policy over Yemen, freeze troops redeployments from Germany People's Daily 05 Feb 2021 -- White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said on Thursday that President Joe Biden will soon announce an end to U.S. support for offensive operations in Yemen and freeze U.S. troop redeployments from Germany.
Yemenis not to be fooled by US words on ending support for Saudi war: Houthi Press TV 05 Feb 2021 -- Reacting to the news of the US president's decision to stop supporting the Saudi war on Yemen, Yemen's Supreme Political Council said that Yemenis will not be fooled by mere US statements.
Saudi Arabia Welcomes US Stance to Find Political Solution to Continued Yemeni Crisis Sputnik 05 Feb 2021 -- Saudi Arabia has welcomed the US stance toward the need to resolve the long-standing crisis in war-torn Yemen by political means, the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Friday.
Saudis, Yemen Warring Parties Welcome Biden Pledge to End War VOA 05 Feb 2021 -- U.S. President Joe Biden says Yemen's civil war must end and pledges to stop U.S. support for Saudi-led offensive operations in the conflict while maintaining support for Saudi Arabia.
White House Pauses Smart Bomb Sale to Saudi Arabia, But Leaves Room for Future Weapons Aid Sputnik 05 Feb 2021 -- Since World War II, the US has maintained a strategic alliance with the Saudi kingdom and asked few questions about its internal or external affairs. In exchange, Washington gets access to cheap petroleum and huge airfields. However, the genocidal war in Yemen is unprecedented and popular opinion has shifted firmly against Riyadh.
US Expects Saudi Arabia to Improve Human Rights Record Sputnik 05 Feb 2021 -- The United States expects Saudi Arabia to improve its record in the area of human rights, including undertaking measures such as releasing political prisoners, White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki told reporters on Friday.
Health Ministry: 303 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 04 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 303 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 369,248 confirmed cases, including 2,162 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 395 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
U.S., U.K., Saudi Navies Complete Exercise Nautical Defender 21 US Navy 04 Feb 2021 -- Forces assigned to the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF), UK Maritime Component Command (UKMCC) and U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) conducted tri-lateral maritime exercise Nautical Defender 21 (ND 21) in the Arabian Gulf, Jan. 20-29.
Health Ministry: 306 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 03 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health said in a statement today that 306 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; thus bringing the total number to 368,945 confirmed cases, including 2,159 active cases, receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 379 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet's Virtual Session SPA 03 Feb 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Prime Minister, chaired today the Cabinet's virtual session.
310 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 271 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 02 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 310 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 368,639, including 2,146 active cases undergoing treatment.
255 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 266 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 01 Feb 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement, here today that 255 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 368,329, including 2,111 active cases undergoing treatment.
USAF, U.S. Army train with Royal Saudi Air Force during air defense exercise CENTCOM 01 Feb 2021 -- U.S. Air Force personnel assigned to the 77th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron and 77th Fighter Generation Squadron trained with the U.S. Army and Royal Saudi Air Force to execute the joint force and partner nation exercise Desert Mirage II, Jan. 19-20, 2020.
US Reviewing Relations With Saudi Arabia for Consistency With American Values, Blinken Says Sputnik 01 Feb 2021 -- The United States is reviewing its partnership with Saudi Arabia to make sure that it is consistent with US interests and values, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday.

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February 2021 - Saudi Arabia Special Weapons News