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We’re just days away from celebrating Saudi Arabia’s 95th National Day — yayyy! 🇸🇦 This week’s roundup is packed with stories making headlines and touching hearts. From the Saudi Crown Prince and Pakistani PM making history with a strategic defense pact, to Riyadh’s dreamy snowy edits ❄️, and even the new royal name for Madinah’s Airport Road… we’ve got a lot for you to catch up on. Let’s dive in!

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LOVIN NEWS

Saudi Crown Prince And Pakistani PM Make History With Strategic Defense Pact

• Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif just signed a major strategic defense agreement,  and it’s all about standing stronger together.

• The vibes? Total brotherhood of nations including lots of warm greetings, thank-yous, and shoutouts to His Highness King Salman.  Both sides also highlighted their long-standing friendship and promised to keep pushing forward together.

LOVIN COMMUNITY

Al-Futtaim BYD Saudi Arabia Launches First “Super Hybrid Tech Day” In The Region

• BYD is strengthening its presence in the Saudi automotive market by introducing advanced plug-in hybrid vehicles and innovative technologies that align with Saudi Vision 2030

• For this reason, the company has focused on educating customers and clearly explaining the benefits of plug-in hybrid vehicles.

• BYD is leading the future of hybrid mobility in Saudi Arabia through innovation, accessibility, sustainability, and a touch of fun on the road.

LOVIN NEWS

Madinah’s Airport Road Gets A New Royal Name!

• Big news out of Madinah this week: King Salman has directed that one of the city’s most important routes now proudly carries the name “Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road.”

• if you’re heading for Umrah or Hajj, you’ll definitely come across the new Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road!

• it doesn’t stop there. Several exciting projects are already in motion along the way, from upgraded pedestrian and vehicle tracks to a full-on rehabilitation project for Wadi Qanat, a historic valley in Madinah.

LOVIN COMMUNITY

Someone Posted An AI Edit Of Riyadh Experiencing A Full Snowy Winter

• A creative AI edit has gone viral, showing the Saudi capital transformed into a snowy dreamscape!

• While Riyadh’s winters are usually cool but far from snowy, the edit gave locals and fans alike a glimpse of what the city might look like in the coldest winter ever…and the response has been pure love

• From breathtaking visuals to wholesome community vibes, this AI-powered vision of a snow-covered Riyadh proves one thing: even in imagination, the spirit of the city shines bright.

SHAREABLE BITS

🍿 Sharable bits and tips!

• The fact that so many people relate to this is both funny and sad

• Not your regular Ocean Eyes trend — this is Meznah’s version 💙

• How it starts vs how it ends… mandi edition 🥘✨

• Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais ❤️ Leading prayers in Al-Bukayriyah

REGIONAL UPDATES

Epic Air Stunts This National Day, Saudi Air Force Takes Flight😍

• The Royal Saudi Air Force is set to perform breathtaking air shows in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Khobar

• The air shows will feature a formidable lineup of aircraft, including the Eurofighter Typhoon, F-15SA, Tornado, and F-15C.

• The weather forecast for the National Day air shows indicates clear skies and favorable conditions across most regions, providing an excellent opportunity for spectators to enjoy the aerial performances.

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