First Direct Flight from Doha Arrives at AlUla International Airport

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced that the first direct flight of Qatar Airways arrived on Sunday evening at AlUla International Airport from Hamad International Airport in Doha. (SPA)
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced that the first direct flight of Qatar Airways arrived on Sunday evening at AlUla International Airport from Hamad International Airport in Doha. (SPA)
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First Direct Flight from Doha Arrives at AlUla International Airport

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced that the first direct flight of Qatar Airways arrived on Sunday evening at AlUla International Airport from Hamad International Airport in Doha. (SPA)
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced that the first direct flight of Qatar Airways arrived on Sunday evening at AlUla International Airport from Hamad International Airport in Doha. (SPA)

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced that the first direct flight of Qatar Airways arrived on Sunday evening at AlUla International Airport from Hamad International Airport in Doha.

The new flights give guests the opportunity to explore the natural wonders of AlUla, participate in events and festivals held throughout the year and enjoy the hospitality of this tourist destination.

Qatar Airways currently flies to more than 160 destinations around the world, including Asia, North and South America, and Europe, expanding opportunities for worldwide visitors to visit AlUla.

The airline operates two weekly scheduled flights between Doha and AlUla, on Fridays and Sundays.

In a press release, RCU Vice President of Destination Management and Marketing Rami AlMoallim said that the growth and continued success of the tourism sector in AlUla is due to the commission’s partnerships with regional and global airlines.

He added that by cooperating with Qatar Airways, the commission will launch a new phase of regular flights to the city, emphasizing “every achievement made, from the opening to the expansion of AlUla Airport, comes with the aim of inviting tourists from all over the world to visit and explore this amazing destination”.



Saudi Foreign Minister Receives UNRWA Commissioner-General

Saudi FM receives UNRWA Commissioner-General. (SPA)
Saudi FM receives UNRWA Commissioner-General. (SPA)
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Saudi Foreign Minister Receives UNRWA Commissioner-General

Saudi FM receives UNRWA Commissioner-General. (SPA)
Saudi FM receives UNRWA Commissioner-General. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Wednesday the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) Commissioner-General, Philippe Lazzarini.
During the meeting, both sides discussed the strong partnership between the Kingdom and UNRWA. They also reviewed recent regional developments and the ongoing efforts to address key challenges related to these issues.
In a related context, Arab reactions continue after Israel’s publications of maps annexing parts of Jordan, Lebanon and Syria.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs slammed Israel’s “extremist” acts that reflect Israel’s “intentions to consolidate its occupation and continue its flagrant violation of the sovereignty of those nations.”
Saudi Arabia reiterated its call for the international community to fulfill its role in halting Israel’s violations against the countries and peoples of the region.
The Kingdom emphasized the importance of respecting the sovereignty and borders of nations to prevent further escalation of regional crises and to support efforts aimed at achieving a just and comprehensive peace.

The Secretary-General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, also issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s maps publications, saying it “reflects a state of right-wing extremism and religious obsession prevailing within the Israeli government”.