Saudi, Pakistani Naval Forces Conclude Participation in 'Sea Breeze' Maneuvers

A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Saudi, Pakistani Naval Forces Conclude Participation in 'Sea Breeze' Maneuvers

A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

The joint naval exercises "Sea Breeze 14" between the Eastern Fleet of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) and the Pakistani Naval Forces concluded in the Arabian Gulf, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday.

Commander of the Eastern Fleet Rear Admiral Majed bin Hazza Al-Qahtani said the exercise encompassed lectures, naval formations, strategies for dealing with floating mines, reconnaissance operations, port defense, cooperation with drone boats, and live ammunition shooting exercises.

Al-Qahtani commended the readiness, and positive results demonstrated by both sides during the exercise, underscoring the significance of ongoing training and qualification for participating forces.

"Sea Breeze 14" is a joint naval exercise involving a variety of naval vessels and units, including ships, boats, infantry units, special maritime security units, and naval aviation units.

The exercise aims to provide training in diverse maritime scenarios at sea. It forms part of the Saudi Armed Forces' annual joint military exercises with brotherly and friendly countries, aiming to boost combat efficiency, field experience, and the harmonization of military concepts and terminology among participating parties.



MWL Inaugurates Humanitarian Projects in Kenya

Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa attends the signing of a cooperation agreement between the MWL and the Hepatitis Fund. (SPA)
Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa attends the signing of a cooperation agreement between the MWL and the Hepatitis Fund. (SPA)
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MWL Inaugurates Humanitarian Projects in Kenya

Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa attends the signing of a cooperation agreement between the MWL and the Hepatitis Fund. (SPA)
Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa attends the signing of a cooperation agreement between the MWL and the Hepatitis Fund. (SPA)

Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa inaugurated several humanitarian projects in Kenya, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Sunday.

They include a project for combating blindness in South Africa, implemented in partnership with Lions SightFirst Eye Hospital.

Officials from the Kenyan Ministry of Health and humanitarian organizations operating in Africa attended the project's inauguration ceremony.

The project entails performing surgeries to treat hundreds of individuals with cataracts, conducting examinations and supplying patients with the necessary medication and medical supplies.

Al-Issa also inspected the slum development project in Kenya that is being supervised by the MWL and several of its international partners. He announced MWL's commitment to fulfilling the community's solar energy needs.

Al-Issa attended the signing of a cooperation agreement between the MWL and the Hepatitis Fund, aiming to provide essential prevention, treatment, and care measures for those affected by this disease, which poses a threat to the lives of hundreds of millions worldwide.