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Capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia

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Riyadh is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia. It is also the capital of the Riyadh Province and the centre of the Riyadh Governorate. Located on the eastern bank of Wadi Hanifa, the current form of the metropolis largely emerged in the 1950s as an offshoot of the 18th century walled town following the dismantling of its defensive fortifications.

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U.S., Russia to Hold Embassy-Focused Talks in Istanbul; Ukraine Conflict Off the Agenda \| Watch The U.S. and Russia will hold the next round of diplomatic talks in Istanbul on April 10, focusing solely on stabilizing embassy operations. The U.S. State Department confirmed Ukraine will.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:13Published 3 weeks ago

Ukraine and Russia agree to Black Sea ceasefire, US says Ukraine and Russia agree to Black Sea ceasefire, US says The development, which was announced by the White House on Tuesday, came after three days of talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. READ MORE :.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:14Published on March 25, 2025

Ukrainian and US officials hold 'productive' ceasefire talks in Riyadh Ukrainian and US officials hold 'productive' ceasefire talks in Riyadh The talks come a day before US officials are set to meet with Russia's delegation. READ MORE :.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:12Published on March 24, 2025

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Ceasefire talks begin in Riyadh as Russia continues attacks on Ukraine Negotiations for a partial Russia-Ukraine ceasefire spearheaded by a US delegation are under way in Saudi Arabia, the Kremlin has said. Sky News - Published on March 24, 2025
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Celine Dion, Jennifer Lopez Perform at Famous Saudi Arabia Fashion Show Celine Dion and Jennifer Lopez are both getting back on the performing horse ... taking the stage at a famous fashion show in Saudi Arabia Wednesday night. The singers performed during this year's Elie.. TMZ.com - Published on November 13, 2024

Hull hangs on to win in Riyadh Charley Hull shoots a six-under final round 66 to win the Aramco Team Series event in Riyadh - her first European Tour win since 2021. BBC Sport - Published on November 2, 2024
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Hughes to fight McKee on Ngannou-Ferreira undercard Ireland's Paul Hughes will face AJ McKee on the undercard of Francis Ngannou's fight against Renan Ferreira in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on 19 October. BBC Sport - Published on September 12, 2024	Billam-Smith to face Ramirez in unification bout WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith will take on WBA champion Gilberto Ramirez in a unification bout in Riyadh on 16 November. BBC Sport - Published on September 10, 2024
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Grand finale of world gaming competition takes place amid location's controversy The grand finale of the inaugural Esports World Cup takes place today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sky News - Published on August 24, 2024	First Esports World Cup kicks off with record-breaking prize money up for grabs The world's biggest gaming championship kicks off today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sky News - Published on July 3, 2024
Britain's Ball wins world title in thriller Briton Nick Ball outfights Raymond Ford in a thrilling contest to win the WBA featherweight world title in Riyadh. BBC Sport - Published on June 1, 2024	Hearn v Warren - from sworn enemies to partners BBC Sport speaks to rivals turned friends Eddie Hearn of Matchroom and Frank Warren of Queensberry before Saturday's five-versus-five card in Riyadh. BBC Sport - Published on May 30, 2024