Media reports that Saudi Arabia will lift its decades-old ban on alcohol in select tourist zones have prompted the flare-up of a vigorous online debate in the conservative kingdom, with some voices in ...

Kingdom rejects reports that wine, beer and cider would be available in licensed venues in time for the football tournament ...

A Saudi official denied on Monday media reports saying the kingdom, the birthplace of Islam, would lift its 73-year-old ban on alcohol, which is prohibited for observant Muslims.

Saudi Arabia's government has strongly denied recent reports suggesting it plans to lift its 73-year-old ban on alcohol. These rumors, which originated from a wine blog last week, claimed the kingdom ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Saudi Arabia is getting ready to lift its 72-year ban on alcohol. Starting in 2026, limited sales will be allowed in specific tourist areas. This decision is part of the country's ...

The House of Saud is pulling out all the stops to diversify its economy and improve the image of the illiberal monarchy ahead ...

According to a report by Saudi Moments, all alcohol must be consumed on-site. Takeaway sales, retail distribution, and public advertising will remain prohibited. Alcohol will also remain unavailable ...

SAUDI Arabia will lift its long-standing booze ban at 600 tourist sites by 2026 — in a boozy bid to attract visitors ahead of the 2034 FIFA World Cup and 2030 Expo. In a shock U-turn, the ...

Saudi Arabia is poised to lift its 73-year alcohol ban in 2026, permitting controlled sales in select locations like luxury hotels and tourist spots.