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Saudi, French Defense Ministers Discuss Gaza Developments

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz and French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu met in Riyadh. Photo: Saudi Defense Ministry
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz and French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu met in Riyadh. Photo: Saudi Defense Ministry
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Saudi, French Defense Ministers Discuss Gaza Developments

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz and French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu met in Riyadh. Photo: Saudi Defense Ministry
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz and French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu met in Riyadh. Photo: Saudi Defense Ministry

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz and French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu have held a meeting in Riyadh, where they discussed the latest developments in Gaza and its environs.

Prince Khalid emphasized on Wednesday the urgent need to cease military operations, protect innocent lives, and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid.

The ministers also discussed strategic relations between the Kingdom and France as well as various aspects of joint cooperation in the military and defense sectors.

They exchanged views on regional and international issues and developments and efforts being made to address them to strengthen security and stability.

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Saudi King Approves Hosting 1,000 Umrah Performers from 66 Countries in Guests Program

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Saudi King Approves Hosting 1,000 Umrah Performers from 66 Countries in Guests Program

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has approved the hosting of 1,000 individuals from 66 nations to perform Umrah during this year, 1446 AH, as part of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah and Visitation.

The guests will be received over four groups as part of this program, which is executed and supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance.

Marking this occasion, the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance and General Supervisor of the program, Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Alsheikh, expressed profound gratitude and appreciation towards King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud for empowering Muslims from diverse nations worldwide to perform Islamic rituals comfortably and peacefully, covering the expenses personally.
He highlighted that throughout its ongoing journey, the program has extended its reach across various continents, benefiting over 140 countries since its inception. The program's guests enjoy an array of services through a comprehensive system, ensuring a seamless experience from departure to their safe return.