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Saudi Defense Minister Meets with Delegation from Sanaa

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met on Tuesday with a delegation from Sanaa visiting Riyadh (SPA)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met on Tuesday with a delegation from Sanaa visiting Riyadh (SPA)
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Saudi Defense Minister Meets with Delegation from Sanaa

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met on Tuesday with a delegation from Sanaa visiting Riyadh (SPA)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met on Tuesday with a delegation from Sanaa visiting Riyadh (SPA)

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met on Tuesday with a delegation from Sanaa visiting Riyadh to discuss continued efforts to support the peace process in Yemen.

During the meeting, the Minister emphasized the Kingdom’s support for Yemen and reaffirmed its commitment to promoting dialogue among all parties to reach a comprehensive political solution under UN supervision.

“We look forward to the success of these critical discussions, hoping that Yemeni parties will unite to achieve sustainable development, political stability, and lasting security, enabling Yemen to integrate into the progress and development witnessed within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC),” Prince Khalid said on his X account.

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Saudi Arabia Bids Farewell to Last Pilgrims from Madinah Airport

7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)
7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Bids Farewell to Last Pilgrims from Madinah Airport

7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)
7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)

The last group of pilgrims from this year’s Hajj season departed Saudi Arabia on Sunday aboard a Saudia flight from Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah.

The flight carried 320 pilgrims to Kertajati, Indonesia, after they completed their Hajj rituals. Saudia, the Kingdom’s flag carrier, hosted a farewell ceremony, concluding its 74-day Hajj operations.

The first flight for this year’s Hajj season arrived in Madinah on May 9 from India with 283 pilgrims.

They were welcomed by the Minister of Transport and Logistics Services and the Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah.

Saudi Arabia facilitated 7,700 flights through six airports and provided over 27,000 buses to ease pilgrim transportation. The Haramain High-Speed Railway operated more than 5,000 trips during the season.

Over 1.8 million pilgrims participated in the last Hajj season. Health Minister Fahad Al-Jalajel confirmed there were no health issues or outbreaks.

The organization of Hajj was praised by leaders of Arab and Islamic countries.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi commended the excellent organization and services provided to millions of pilgrims.

Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa praised the meticulous organization and services.

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah appreciated the modern smart services and technologies.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed highlighted the success of Saudi Arabia’s Hajj management.