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Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that it will closely follow up on the situation of four Egyptians working on an oil tanker owned by Iranian authorities after a distress video posted by an Egyptian sailor went viral on social media. Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Ati instructed the consular sector and Egyptians abroad to rapidly follow developments and take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Egyptian citizens and their safe return to their homeland.This came after a video clip circulated on social media showing Egyptian sailors aboard the Reem Al Khaleej, a ship detained by Iranian…

The dollar continued to rise against the euro and yen on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve kept interest rates on hold, citing solid economic growth and still high inflation, and gave little indication in its latest policy statement of when borrowing costs would fall again. The euro fell 1% against the dollar to $1.19163, and rose 1.1% against the yen to 153.90 yen. The dollar index, which gauges the strength of the U.S. currency against a basket of countries, rose 0.8% to 96.667. The index fell to 95.86 on Tuesday, its lowest since February 2022, after US President Donald Trump…

Over-the-counter sales in Saudi Arabia amounted to approximately SR12.5 billion in the week ending January 24, 2026, compared to approximately SR14 billion in the previous week.According to the weekly report on OTC activities published by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank (SAMA), the number of transactions performed in the last week reached approximately 213.6 million, compared to approximately 236.5 million in the previous week. increase in salesThe data shows that in-store sales increase in weeks that coincide with school holidays and the weeks before Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as well as in the weeks that coincide with the payment of…

On Wednesday, economic and geopolitical uncertainty pushed gold prices above $5,300 an ounce for the first time while markets absorbed the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision. Spot gold was up 2.2% at $5,301.60 an ounce by 2:40 p.m. ET (1940 BST), after hitting a record high of $5,325.56. US February gold futures rose 4.3% to settle at $5,303.60. “The rally in precious metals is kind of taking on a life of its own at this point,” said Peter Grant, vice president and senior metals strategist at Zenner Metals. Gold remains overbought and susceptible to a correction, but strong buying…

With its strong local presence, advanced AI-native technology, and support of local talent, SentineOne plays a key role in strengthening Saudi Arabia’s digital economy and cybersecurity efforts.SentinelOne’s senior director for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Meriam ElOuazzani, says the company’s vision for Saudi Arabia is built around long-term partnerships. “We want to be a trusted and dedicated cybersecurity partner that supports Saudi organizations on their digital transformation journey with autonomous, scalable and sovereign security capabilities.”A key part of that strategy is the establishment of SentinelOne’s regional headquarters in Riyadh and the expansion of a local team dedicated to customer…

In view of US movements in the region and the threat of a possible attack on Tehran, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi confirmed today (Wednesday) that Iran will respond to any aggression.”Our military is ready and ready to pull the trigger, and we explained that Iran always welcomes a fair nuclear deal without threats or intimidation,” Arakuchi said.guaranteeing iran’s rightsHe noted that nuclear weapons are not part of his country’s security calculations. “We have never sought to have nuclear weapons,” he said, noting that Tehran has repeatedly welcomed the nuclear deal, which guarantees Iran’s rights and guarantees it will not…

Gold rose to a new record high today above $5,300 an ounce. Demand for safe havens increases amid a weak dollar and geopolitical uncertainty, as it continues its historic rally.Yesterday, gold prices hit a new record level, surpassing the $5,100 per ounce level and hitting $5,120 for the first time as it continues its historic rally on investors’ demand for safe-haven assets.64% increaseThe yellow metal grew 64% during 2025, supported by easing US monetary policy and increased demand from central banks, and witnessed a significant rally reaching $5,120 in the first month of 2026 as China extended its 14th month…

The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates on hold on Wednesday, a hiatus that investors believe will extend beyond central bank chief Jerome Powell’s last meetings in March and April, although his successor is expected to be sworn in by the summer and policymakers are divided over whether further cuts in borrowing costs are warranted. The latest data shows the U.S. unemployment rate fell to 4.4% in December despite weak job growth, and economists expect the personal consumption expenditure price index, which excludes food and energy costs, to rise to 3% from a year earlier in the month,…

The Future of Real Estate Forum 2026 today concluded its fifth session in the capital, Riyadh, under the patronage of Majid Al Hugeir, Minister of Local Government and Housing and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Real Estate Authority, and published its final recommendations reflecting the maturation of Saudi Arabia’s experience and expansion of investments, under the slogan “Broadening horizons and prosperity in real estate”. Transforming the real estate sector into a comprehensive development engine that improves quality of life, supports economic growth, and strengthens the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s role in compounding and manufacturing… global real…

The number of Arab and foreign tourists visiting Syria since its liberation in December 2024 until the end of November 2025 has increased by 80% compared to the same period in 2024.”The total number of visitors and tourists, including Syrians, Arabs and foreigners, increased by 18% in 2025 compared to 2024, reaching 3.56 million compared to 3.01 million,” Syrian Minister of Tourism Mazen al-Salhani said in a statement.Total number of visitorsAl Salhani pointed out that, “In addition to the 2.69 million Syrian expatriate visitors, an increase of 6% compared to 2024, the number of Arab and foreign tourists increased by…