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April 2021 - Saudi Arabia Special Weapons News
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- Health Ministry: 1,056 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Saudi Arabia SPA 30 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,056 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 417,363, including 9,826 active cases.
- Iran welcomes change in Saudi Arabia's tone: Spokesman Press TV 30 Apr 2021 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh says Iran welcomes the recent "change in Saudi Arabia's tone" towards the Islamic Republic, adding that the "important" regional players can start revisiting their relations.
- Health Ministry: 1,026 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Saudi Arabia SPA 29 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,026 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 416,307, including 9,852 active cases.
- Tehran Welcomes Riyadh's Changed Rhetoric on Bilateral Relations, Foreign Ministry Says Sputnik 29 Apr 2021 -- Iran welcomes the change in Saudi Arabia's rhetoric on Iran, recalling its own pioneering of initiatives to relaunch dialogue in the Persian Gulf, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Thursday.
- Health Ministry: 1,062 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 867 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 28 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,062 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 415,281, including 9,892 active cases.
- HRH Crown Prince Reviews Achievements of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 Over the Past Five Years SPA 28 Apr 2021 -- His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs, discussed the most important achievements of the Kingdom Vision 2030 programs and projects over the past five years, in an interview transmitting on the state's television and the most important Arab television channels.
- Saudi Arabia seeking 'good relations' with Iran: MBS Press TV 28 Apr 2021 -- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says Riyadh is seeking to have "good relations" with Iran, adding, however, that the rapprochement is hindered by some differences.
- Saudi Arabia Wants 'Good And Special' Relationship With Iran, Crown Prince Says RFE/RL 28 Apr 2021 -- Saudi Arabia's crown prince struck a softer tone toward Iran in a television interview broadcast late on April 27 in which he also said that Saudi Arabia and the Biden administration agreed on most issues of mutual concern.
- Saudi Crown Prince Calls Kingdom, US Partners Despite Differences VOA 28 Apr 2021 -- Saudi Arabia's powerful Crown Prince says his country and the United States are partners, despite minor policy differences.
- Health Ministry: 1,045 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 983 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 27 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,045 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 414,219, including 9,710 active cases.
- Saudi claims intercepting 'explosive-laden' boat off Red Sea port Press TV 27 Apr 2021 -- Saudi Arabia claims its navy forces have intercepted and destroyed a "remote-controlled explosive-laden" boat off its Red Sea port of Yanbu.
- Health Ministry: 958 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 1,047 Recoveries in Saudi Arabia SPA 26 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 958 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 413,174, including 9,657 active cases.
- Health Department in Riyadh Continues Providing Pfizer Vaccine in Many Governorates SPA 26 Apr 2021 -- The Health Department in Riyadh has continued providing its services for the beneficiaries in Pfizer's centers in Al-Kharj, Al-Majmaah and Al-Dawadmi governorates.
- Health Ministry: 953 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 1,028 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 25 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,055 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 412,216, including 9,759 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 1,072 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 858 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 24 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,072 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 411,263, including 9,847 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 1,098 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 1,205 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 23 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,098 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 410,191, including 9,660 active cases.
- Saudi airbase, Aramco oil facility targeted in fresh Yemeni retaliatory drone strikes Press TV 23 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for Yemeni Armed Forces says army troops and allied fighters from Popular Committees have launched a string of retaliatory drone attacks on an airbase in Saudi Arabia's southwestern region of Asir as well as a state-owned Saudi Aramco oil facility in the kingdom's southern region of Jizan.
- Health Ministry: 1,055 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 1,086 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 22 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,055 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 409,093, including 9,776 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 1,028 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 824 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 21 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,028 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 408,038, including 9,818 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 1,070 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 940 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 20 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 1,070 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 407,010, including 9,626 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 970 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 896 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 19 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 970 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 405,940, including 9,508 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 916 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 907 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 18 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 916 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 404,970, including 9,445 active cases.
- US lawmakers introduce bill to block Saudi Arabia's pursuit of nukes Press TV 18 Apr 2021 -- A group of American lawmakers has put forward a draft legislation that seeks to prevent Saudi Arabia from acquiring nuclear weapons amid reports about suspected attempts by the kingdom to process uranium and move toward the development of atomic bombs.
- Health Ministry: 948 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 775 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 17 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 948 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 404,054, including 9,449 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 964 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 918 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 16 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 964 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 403,106, including 9,285 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 985 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 661 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 15 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 985 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 402,142, including 9,249 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 929 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 806 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 14 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 929 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 401,157, including 8,935 active cases.
- Health Ministry: 951 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 608 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 13 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced today in a statement that 951 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 400,228, including 8,820 active cases.
- US Aiding Saudi Defenses While Revitalizing Diplomacy to End Yemen Conflict, Pentagon Says Sputnik 13 Apr 2021 -- The United States is working with Saudi Arabia to help the country defend itself while concurrently revitalizing diplomacy to end the conflict in Yemen, Defense Department spokesperson Jessica McNulty told Sputnik.
- Health Ministry: 842 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 706 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 12 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 842 new confirmed cases of the Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 399,277, including 8,485 active cases.
- Yemeni drones, missiles hit Aramco refineries, military sites in Saudi Arabia Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- Yemeni armed forces and allied Popular Committees fighters have launched fresh attacks on targets deep in Saudi Arabia in retaliation for the kingdom's ongoing aggression on their country.
- Health Ministry Spokesman Says 799 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 548 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 11 Apr 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said, in a press conference today, that 799 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 398,435 confirmed cases, including 8,360 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 915 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable, the report said.
- Saudi Arabia executes 3 soldiers for collusion with unnamed enemy Press TV 11 Apr 2021 -- Saudi Arabia has executed three members of its military forces for "high treason" over accusations of colluding with an unspecified enemy.
- Ministry of Health Announces Expansion of Administering 1st Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine, Rescheduling of 2nd Dose SPA 10 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health has announced the expansion of administering the first dose to those who are yet to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, and rescheduling of all appointments of the second dose to give ample time for a large segment of the society to take the first dose.
- Health Ministry: 878 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 578 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 10 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that (878) new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to (397,636), including (8,113) active cases.
- Health Ministry: Number of Administered COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Approaches 6,000,000 in Saudi Arabia SPA 09 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that (904) new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to (396,758), including (7,823) active cases.
- Health Ministry: 902 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 469 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 08 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that (902) new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to (395,854), including (7,468) active cases.
- Health Ministry Reports 783 New Confirmed Cases and 417 Recoveries SPA 07 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced that 783 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, bringing the total number to 394,952, including 7,044 active cases.
- Health Ministry Reports 792 New Confirmed Cases and 467 Recoveries; Calls for Strict Adhering to Anti-Virus Preventive Measures SPA 06 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced that 792 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, bringing the total number to 394,169, including 6,686 active cases.
- Al-Sudais: Immunization against COVID-19 Precondition to Enter Two Holy Mosques SPA 06 Apr 2021 -- The President General of the Grand Mosque and Prophet's Mosques' Affairs, Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Sudais, has stressed that the decision to only allow immunized people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 into Two Holy Mosques reflects the Saudi Leadership's keenness on the safety of pilgrims and worshippers.
- Health Ministry: Total Number of Administered COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Surpasses 5,000,000 Doses SPA 05 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 695 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 393,377, including 6,368 active cases.
- The Kingdom's Experience to Combat COVID-19: Distinguished Model of Crisis Management SPA 05 Apr 2021 -- The Kingdom's health and socio-economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic has added new innovative concepts to crisis management and demonstrated a model to the global community in fighting the novel coronavirus.
- Health Ministry Spokesman: 673 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 504 Recoveries Reported, in Saudi Arabia SPA 04 Apr 2021 -- Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Health Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali said, in a press conference, that 673 new confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported today in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 392,682 confirmed cases, including 6,169 active cases receiving necessary medical care. Of these, there are 782 critical cases, while the health condition of the rest is stable, the report said.
- HRH Crown Prince Makes Phone Call to Jordan's Crown Prince SPA 04 Apr 2021 -- His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, made a phone call today to the Crown Prince of the sisterly Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Al-Hussein bin Abdullah II.
- Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Makes Phone Call to King of Jordan SPA 04 Apr 2021 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud made a phone call today to King Abdullah II of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
- Royal Court: Saudi Arabia Fully Stands by Jordan, Supports All Decisions Taken by King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein to Maintain Security and Stability in his Country SPA 04 Apr 2021 -- The Royal Court issued the following statement:
- Health Ministry: 684 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 439 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 03 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 684 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 392,009, including 6,007 active cases.
- Health Ministry: Total Number of COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Reaches over 4,600,000 Doses SPA 02 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 728 new confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 391,325, including 5,768 active cases.
- Russia Optimistic About Rising Demand As OPEC+ Agrees To Increase Oil Output RFE/RL 02 Apr 2021 -- The OPEC+ group of oil producing countries, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, has agreed to increase oil output gradually over the next months.
- US Reportedly Assembles 'Tiger Team' to Help Map Military Defence Programmes for Saudis Sputnik 02 Apr 2021 -- Last month, US President Joe Biden announced that he was ending American support of the war in Yemen but would continue to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against outside attacks after having temporarily frozen pending Trump-era arms sales to Riyadh in January. Since then, Yemen's Houthis have launched dozens of aerial attacks on the kingdom.
- Health Ministry: 590 New Confirmed Covid-19 Cases, 386 Recoveries Reported in Saudi Arabia SPA 01 Apr 2021 -- The Ministry of Health announced, in a statement here today, that 590 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) have been reported in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number to 390,597, including 5,452 active cases.
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