Tag: Saudi Arabia
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Qatar 2022: Saudi Arabia stun Argentina in World Cup shocker
A bold and brilliant Saudi Arabia pulled off one of the World Cup’s biggest shocks as they came from behind to stun two-time winners Argentina in a fantastic Group C opener in Lusail. Ranked 51st in the world, Saudi Arabia could have been done and dusted in the
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Pope Francis makes first papal trip to Bahrain
Pope Francis is making the first-ever papal trip to Bahrain this week, sparking calls from the country’s majority Shia opposition and human rights activists for the pontiff to raise human rights concerns in the small island nation. The island off the coast of Saudi Arabia is ruled by a Sunni monarchy that violently quashed 2011…
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U.S. to “re-evaluate” relationship with Saudi Arabia over financial support for Russia- Biden
United States President, Joe Biden, Tuesday, revealed that America needs to “re-evaluate” its relationship with Saudi Arabia, especially in light of the decision by the OPEC oil cartel to cut production following the latter’s financial support for Russia after its invasion of Ukraine. According to the White House: “I think the president’s been very clear…
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FIFA warned over potential 2030 World Cup bid by Saudi Arabia
Staging the 2030 men’s World Cup in Saudi Arabia would be “virtually impossible” if FIFA correctly applies its human rights criteria to any bid it makes, Amnesty International has said. The Middle Eastern country, which has been widely criticised for its human rights record, is reportedly interested in hosting the centenary finals alongside Egypt and…
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Saudi Arabia eases visa requirements for tourists
Saudi Arabia has announced an amendment to its tourist visa policy for residents of other Gulf Arab countries and the United States, Britain and the European Union. According to a press statement by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism
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Joshua breaks down in tears, reacts to Usyk loss
Anthony Joshua broke down in tears at the post-fight press conference after losing his world-title challenge to Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia. Joshua, 32, was defeated by split-decision, having also lost to the Ukrainian on points in September.
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Veteran boxer, Oboh tips Anthony Joshua to defeat Oleksandr Usyk
Veteran boxer and former WBA Intercontinental champion, Peter Oboh, has tipped Anthony Joshua to defeat Oleksandr Usyk, saying that Joshua is a better boxer. Oboh made his position known on Cable TV ahead of the rematch between both boxers coming up in Saudi Arabia on August 20
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Cristiano Ronaldo makes decision on Saudi bumper offer
Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has turned down an offer from a Saudi Arabian team. A report in the Portuguese press had stated that Ronaldo was offered up to £105 million per year on a two-year contract by an unnamed club.
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150 intending pilgrims denied visa for 2022 Hajj
About 150 intending pilgrims from Oyo State has been denied visa to perform 2022 Hajj by Saudi authorities. The Chairman, Oyo State Pilgrim Welfare Board (Muslim Wing), Prof Sayed Malik disclosed this while addressing newsmen on Monday, in Ibadan. According to him, the denial of visa to the affected intending pilgrims by the Saudi authority…
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Nigerian female pilgrim dies in Saudi Arabia
A Nigerian pilgrim, Hajiya Aisha, died of illness in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. Aisha Ahmed, from Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa state, died after a brief illness according to Alhaji Idris Al-Makura, Executive Secretary, Nasarawa State Muslim Pilgrim Welfare Board.