{
  "id": 7099321,
  "title": "Saudi National Day 2026: official holiday date and top greetings",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/saudi-national-day-2026-official-holiday-date-and-top-greetings",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-13T11:31:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ajel English",
    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/news/rxbzg7hxr"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Saudi Arabia will observe its 96th National Day on September 23, 2026, with private and non-profit employees receiving an official holiday. The annual celebration, marked by festivities and events, will kick off on Wednesday and continue through the days preceding it. This cherished occasion allows all Saudis to express their joy and pride in their nation, history, and leadership.\n\nThe Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development confirmed that the 96th Saudi National Day holiday for private and non-profit sectors aligns with the Kingdom's celebrations. As per Article 24 of the executive regulations of the Labor Law, employers must adhere to the procedures outlined in paragraph two of the article.\n\nOn this 96th Saudi National Day, citizens are encouraged to celebrate a proud nation with ambitions reaching the skies and an unbreakable resolve. The celebration should continue to raise Saudi Arabia to new heights of glory each year. The homeland, a symbol of pride, honor, and stability, is wished continued prosperity and well-being. May it always nurture dreams and stand tall through the ages.",
  "summary": "Saudi Arabia will mark its 96th National Day on September 23, 2026, with an official holiday for private and non-profit sector employees.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Ajel English",
        "title": "Jazan municipality prepares over 200,000 decorations for Saudi National Day",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/jazan-municipality-prepares-over-200-000-decorations-for-saudi",
        "published": "2026-09-13T13:25:46.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}