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  "id": 9152620,
  "title": "Saudi Arabia celebrates 96th National Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/saudi-arabia-celebrates-96th-national-day",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-22T15:02:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260923/saudi-arabia-celebrates-96th-national-day"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Saudi Arabia commemorates its 96th National Day on September 23rd, a date that marks the unification of the country under the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932. The founding king, King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud, proclaimed the establishment of the nation, marking a significant milestone in its history. This unification was a culmination of a long struggle, leading to the formation of a robust and enduring state that brought its people together under the principle of Tawhid, or the Oneness of God.\n\nOn this significant day, Saudis honor the journey of their nation, which is built upon deep-rooted values of pride in their faith, identity, and sense of belonging. This journey, carried forward through generations, has enabled Saudi Arabia to evolve into a beacon of development and transformation. It has remained true to its historical legacy and authentic identity, while confidently marching towards new horizons of progress and innovation.\n\nThis year, the 96th National Day is celebrated under the slogan, \"Our Pride,\" symbolizing the pride Saudis take in their nation's progress and its future prospects.",
  "summary": "This year, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates its 96th National Day, observed annually on Sept. 23. The occasion commemorates the day in 1932 when the founding king, His Majesty King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud, proclaimed the unification of the country under a single banner as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This followed a long journey of struggle and unification, culminating in the…",
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        "title": "Saudi Arabia celebrates 96th National Day",
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  "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."
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