Mohammed bin Salman

Saudi leaders King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulate Turkish President Erdogan on Türkiye's Victory Day.

France becomes the first country to officially sign its participation contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh.

French President Macron announced a €6 billion Saudi-backed theme park development in Cergy-Pontoise, France's largest entertainment project since Disneyland Paris, expected to create 22,000 jobs and feature Dragon Ball-inspired attractions.

Saudi Crown Prince receives a message from UK Prime Minister to improve bilateral ties.

A manga-themed park will be built near Paris as part of a €6bn deal between France and Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits French President Emmanuel Macron to sign agreements on health, transport, and energy.

Saudi leaders congratulate Ukraine's Zelenskyy on Independence Day, wishing him and Ukraine progress and prosperity.

Nigeria launches air strikes against bandits in northwest regions.

Iran has been invited to join the Mecca Agreement for Mutual Defense by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, according to reports.

Saudi Arabia and France established a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing global diplomacy and promoting international stability, signaling their commitment to addressing geopolitical challenges through coordinated diplomatic efforts.

Bangladesh is open to joining a defence alliance with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye.

Bangladesh is ready to join a Saudi-Pak-Turkiye defence alliance.

Bangladesh keeps open the option of joining Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye's defence pact signed in August, with ministers stating any decision will depend on national interests under the government's "Bangladesh First" foreign policy approach.

Iran claims the world acknowledges its defeat of the US in the region.

Saudi Crown Prince visits France in a diplomatic effort.

Greece navigates a changing Middle East with complex alliances and defense pacts.

King Salman and Crown Prince condole Norway's King Haakon over King Harald V's death.

Saudi Arabia and the Bureau International des Expositions signed an agreement for Expo 2030 Riyadh participation.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron established the inaugural Saudi-French Strategic Partnership Council in Paris, signing four agreements covering defense, culture, entertainment, and artificial intelligence to deepen bilateral cooperation.

Saudi Arabia and France extended their strategic AlUla partnership until 2035, formalizing cooperation on cultural, heritage, and sustainable development to establish the historic region as a leading global destination while supporting Vision 2030 objectives.

Saudi Arabia will invest six billion euros in three entertainment parks near Paris, including a Dragon Ball-themed facility expected to create 22,000 jobs, following shared enthusiasm for the anime series between leaders Macron and bin Salman, amid human rights concerns.

French direct investment stock in Saudi Arabia doubled to €16.3 billion in 2024, making France the Kingdom's fourth-largest FDI source, as Investment Minister Fahad Al-Saif highlighted growing opportunities across energy, finance, and technology sectors aligned with Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia's esports journey expands globally from Riyadh to Paris.

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince attend a Paris esports tournament, fostering diplomatic ties.

Crown Prince and Macron attend the Esports World Cup 2026 closing ceremony in Paris.

French President Macron hosts Saudi Crown Prince MBS in Paris for talks on energy and regional conflicts.

Bangladesh signals openness to joining a Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye defence alliance.

French President Emmanuel Macron hosts Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for a two-day Paris visit featuring esports events, strategic partnerships, and discussions on Middle Eastern stability, with planned agreements on health, transport, and energy.

Bangladesh is open to joining a Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye defence pact, according to ministers.

Iran's president claims global acceptance of victory over the United States, while France and Saudi Arabia plan alternatives to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, amid broader Middle East tensions and contradictions in U.S. diplomatic positions.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman departed for France on a state visit to discuss Middle East regional issues, Iran, Yemen, and Lebanon while strengthening the bilateral strategic and economic partnership between Riyadh and Paris.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Pact in August, triggering UAE criticism over bypassing the Gulf Cooperation Council framework, escalating tensions between the two Gulf powers over diverging regional security strategies.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign a joint defense agreement in Makkah to counter rising Iran-linked tensions.

Minister Al-Samaani emphasizes judicial quality and faster case resolution in commercial courts.

Saudi Arabia's anti-corruption authority signed a global information-sharing agreement with the GlobE Network, enhancing international cooperation to detect corruption crimes, prosecute offenders, and recover stolen assets across 137 countries.

Saudi Arabia and France pledged diplomatic solutions to Iran's nuclear program, condemned vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, and deepened strategic partnership across defense, energy, and regional security through 21 agreements during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's state visit to Paris.

Saudi Arabia and France signed a memorandum to enhance health cooperation in various areas.

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Paris, signing agreements with President Macron on health, energy, and environmental cooperation, while emphasizing Palestine ceasefire support and establishing major cultural projects including the 2026 Esports World Cup venue.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives an official welcome at Les Invalides in Paris, marking the start of his state visit to France.

King Salman and Crown Prince congratulate Mirza Alamgir on taking oath as Bangladesh's president.

Macron hosts Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for a two-day visit in France.

French President Macron hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, characterizing the visit as an important step strengthening bilateral ties through expanded cooperation in defense, energy, technology, and regional stability initiatives across the Middle East.

Bangladesh considers joining Pakistan-led Mecca Defence Pact, a potential Islamic military alliance.

Bangladesh expressed openness to joining a Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye defence alliance formalized in August, with junior ministers stating any decision would prioritize national interests under the government's new "Bangladesh First" policy framework.

Bangladesh signals openness to joining the Makkah pact, indicating a potential shift in foreign policy.

India's external affairs minister downplayed the Pakistan-Turkey-Saudi defence pact, questioning its effectiveness against member nations' ongoing military conflicts while pledging to factor such developments into India's security calculations regarding adversarial nations.

India should be concerned about the emerging Saudi-Turkey-Egypt-Pakistan axis.

Misk Foundation and UN Youth Office establish the Global Network for Youth to connect organizations serving youth worldwide.

Saudi Arabia signed a NATO-style defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan in Mecca, abandoning U.S.-incentivized Israel normalization as domestic opposition to the Accords surged from 41 percent disapproval in 2020 to 87 percent by 2025.