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.



Saudi Arabia Says No Mpox Cases Detected in the Kingdom

Weqaya said no cases of mpox have been detected in the Kingdom. (Asharq Al-Awsat
Weqaya said no cases of mpox have been detected in the Kingdom. (Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Arabia Says No Mpox Cases Detected in the Kingdom

Weqaya said no cases of mpox have been detected in the Kingdom. (Asharq Al-Awsat
Weqaya said no cases of mpox have been detected in the Kingdom. (Asharq Al-Awsat

The Public Health Authority (Weqaya) announced on Saturday that no cases of monkeypox (mpox) clade 1, the strain responsible for the recent public health emergency, have been detected in the Kingdom.

Despite the worldwide rise in mpox cases, which the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a public health emergency of international concern, the Kingdom remains unaffected.

Weqaya emphasized the strength and effectiveness of the Kingdom's health sector, which is well-prepared to confront different health risks.

The Kingdom has taken comprehensive preventive measures to enhance monitoring, prevent the spread of the virus, and protect the population.

Preventive strategies include awareness campaigns, epidemiological investigations, and a coordinated response to infectious diseases with an epidemiological impact. These measures are designed to ensure rapid and effective responses to any potential outbreaks.

Weqaya also urged the public to rely on official sources of information and avoid rumors.

The public is advised to practice healthy behaviors and to avoid traveling to countries where mpox outbreaks have been reported.