Saudi Arabia

The strongest storm that hit Mecca in Saudi Arabia led to a massive fall of heavy metal structures; the wind was so strong that it knocked down local residents and foreign pilgrims.

Saudi authorities have warned pilgrims who arrive for the Hajj in Mecca not to take large amounts of cash and expensive items with them, as gangs of pickpockets and scammers are operating in the country.

The authorities of Saudi Arabia and Iran signed an agreement on the resumption of diplomatic relations following the talks in Beijing. The mutual opening of embassies should take place within the next two months.

Last year, Russia shipped 86.25 million tons of crude oil to China: and Saudi Arabia - 87.49 million tons.

The first woman from Saudi Arabia to be entrusted by FIFA to judge international football matches was 34-year-old Anouda al-Asmari. However, this decision has not yet received the approval of the official Riyadh.