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.



Civil Defense Warns of Heavy Rains that Will Lash Saudi Arabia This Week

A view of Saudi Arabia's al-Baha after rainfall. (SPA)
A view of Saudi Arabia's al-Baha after rainfall. (SPA)
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Civil Defense Warns of Heavy Rains that Will Lash Saudi Arabia This Week

A view of Saudi Arabia's al-Baha after rainfall. (SPA)
A view of Saudi Arabia's al-Baha after rainfall. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense issued on Sunday a warning about heavy rainfall across parts of the Kingdom, starting Sunday and continuing until Thursday.

Residents are urged to avoid valleys and seasonal lakes.

The Makkah Region is expected to be hit the hardest, with heavy to moderate rainfall, flash floods, hailstorms, and strong winds that may cause sandstorms in Makkah City and Taif. Neighboring governorates, including Jeddah and Al-Lith, will experience lighter rainfall.

The Riyadh Region is forecast to receive moderate rainfall, and dusty conditions are expected in Al-Sulayyil and Wadi Al-Dawasir.

Madinah, Al-Baha, Aseer, and Jazan should expect moderate to heavy rains, while Hail, Najran, and the Eastern Region can expect lighter precipitation.

The Civil Defense stresses the need to follow the safety guidelines disseminated through various media outlets and social media.