This is the first participation of Saudi Arabia in the Miss Universe competition," Alqahtani posted, along with a photo of herself with a Saudi flag and a sash that read "Miss Universe Saudi Arabia".

"We would like to categorically state that no selection process has been conducted in Saudi Arabia, and any such claims ... flag and wearing a Miss Universe sash — instantly went viral as ...

Syria’s interim president has made his first trip abroad, traveling to Saudi Arabia in a move likely trying to signal Damascus’ shift away from Iran as its main regional ally ...