Tempted delivers Godolphin’s first Everest victory as attention turns to her next start
The Australian filly reverses the 2025 result against Ka Ying Rising, with Flemington and Randwick among the options being considered.
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Birds in Bags… From an Akkar Sparrowhawk to Forged Trafficking Papers
A sparrowhawk concealed in Lebanon, two chicks that exposed a case in Spain, and goldfinches intercepted before crossing the Mediterranean. Separate incidents raise fresh questions about protecting birds, as a forgery case moves through the courts and Tunisia hosts a meeting to tackle illegal trade.
Riyadh hears the horses again… the racing season begins
King Abdulaziz Racecourse welcomes the 2026–2027 season with SAR 236.3 million in total prize money and two new racing series.
Macho hunting… when some look for their manhood among bird carcasses!
A professional hunter is known for his experience, conduct and respect for nature. He knows his worth well and does not need to display bird carcasses to convince others of his skill.
Sparrowhawk Hidden in a Backpack: Two Detained in Akkar Raptor-Poaching Operation
Field monitoring by CABS with MECSHAP and Lebanese security forces led to weapon seizures and documentation of gunfire directed at four honey buzzards.
European warning: 11–36 million birds illegally killed or captured annually in the Mediterranean
European conservation organisations recall the 11–36 million annual estimate and call for effective measures on Mediterranean flyways.
Alexandra of CABS: our fight is against illegal hunting
From watching migration routes to documenting offences, CABS volunteer Alexandra discusses her field experience in Lebanon and Europe, and the patience, risks and cooperation involved in protecting birds. In this interview, she explains why she distinguishes responsible hunters from people who break the law.
Al-Melwah closes with 60 winners and a wider field
Twelve heats and SAR 723,000 in prizes in Malham; Al-Mansouri and Al-Qahtani lead the final day's races.
Where Do Birds Rest?
Major migration refuges in the Mashreq and Arabian Peninsula
Northern Bekaa: bird-net removals reach 38,280 m²
The Bekaa Investigation Detachment and APU–CABS remove illegal bird-trapping nets in northern Bekaa, bringing the campaign’s overall total to 38,280 square metres.
When the coast changes… where do birds rest?
The Lebanon–Cyprus–Egypt triangle: estuaries, salt pans, lakes and harbours in the protection of bird habitats.
Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026: Al-Melwah, Auctions and Artificial Intelligence
Al-Melwah races, Mongolian falcon auctions and monitoring and protection technologies join hunting and shooting equipment and maritime heritage in Malham, north of Riyadh.
International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition Opens Its Doors Until 10 October
Ten days bring together falconry, hunting, travel and adventure, allowing visitors to discover a living heritage passed down through generations.
When Autumn Becomes a Season for Hunting Images
From the rifle to the lens: how journalism can help protect migratory birds and change the culture of displaying kills.
Sayd Arab Radar | September 2026: 50 hunters detained and thousands of birds rescued
Sayd Arab Radar for September 2026: 50 hunters detained, 294 trapped wild animals seized, thousands of birds rescued, and illegal weapons and nets confiscated.
The Silence Horses Speak
A literary essay on people who ride not to arrive but to remain: dawn rituals, heat as teacher, and presence in the saddle. From Sayd’s Equestrian section.
From the Atlas Foothills to the Red Sea Coast… The Arab Hunting Season Enters Autumn 2026
Nine Arab hunting maps for autumn 2026: Morocco and Tunisia open 4 October; Saudi season since 1 September; Jordan by bags; Lebanon still closed; Libya protection order.
Turtle Doves Cross Hunting Borders: One European Flyway Recovers, Another Remains Under Pressure
Hunting has fallen by about 90% on both managed European flyways, but Turtle Dove populations are rising in the west while the central and eastern route remains under pressure. What does this mean for countries along their migration routes?
From Sicily to Lebanon: The Battle to Save Migratory Birds from Illegal Hunting
From Sicily to Lebanon, Cyprus and Libya, courts, field teams and cooperation with the authorities form different fronts in protecting migratory birds from illegal hunting.
