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UAE Announces Cabinet Reshuffle

The UAE makes ministerial reshuffles in the federal government. (Reuters)
The UAE makes ministerial reshuffles in the federal government. (Reuters)
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UAE Announces Cabinet Reshuffle

The UAE makes ministerial reshuffles in the federal government. (Reuters)
The UAE makes ministerial reshuffles in the federal government. (Reuters)

The United Arab Emirates on Saturday announced a ministerial reshuffle, including the Minister of State for financial and economic affairs, the minister of state for defense affairs, the minister of state for the environment, as well as minister of state for youth affairs.
Posting on X, UAE’s Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum wrote, “With the approval of my brother, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and following consultations with him, we are pleased to announce a series of ministerial reshuffles in the UAE government.”
He then announced that Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid was appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister for Financial and Economic Affairs, overseeing this sector in the Federal Government.
The PM added that Sheikh Maktoum’s proven leadership at the Ministry of Finance and his effective handling of various economic and commercial files have been instrumental in balancing the country’s financial policies both locally and federally.
“We have full confidence in his ability to lead our federal economic, commercial, and financial team towards new achievements, nurturing young economic leaders, and continuing our commitment to sound fiscal policies that bolster the nation's economic growth,” Sheikh Mohammed wrote.
Also, Mohammed bin Mubarak Fadhel Al Mazrouei has been appointed as the Minister of State for Defense Affairs and a member of the Council of Ministers.

Al Mazrouei had previously worked as the Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court and Advisor at the Presidential Court.
In his post, Sheikh Mohammed also wrote that Mariam Harib Al Muhairi was appointed as the Head of the International Affairs Office at the Presidential Court, following her impactful term in the Ministry of Environment.
He said Mariam has made substantial contributions to the UAE in the areas of environment and food security, both domestically and internationally.
Her efforts have been universally commended by peers and collaborators, both within the UAE and abroad, Sheikh Mohammed said, adding that she skillfully led the UAE's bid in COP28, showcasing her professionalism and expertise.
“We take great pride in her accomplishments and anticipate further success in her forthcoming national assignments,” he added.
In the cabinet reshuffle, Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi was appointed as the Minister of Environment and a member of the Council of Ministers.
“Amna, a prominent member of the federal workforce, has been under our observation for several years, during which she has successfully led a series of strategic projects for the federal government. She is entrusted with significant responsibilities in environmental management and the advancement of the agricultural sector,” Sheikh Mohammed stated.
In the youth file, the PM announced the appointment of Sultan Al Neyadi as the Minister of State for Youth in the UAE.
“Some time ago, we invited nominations for the position of Minister of Youth in the UAE. We were inundated with nominations, and one name consistently stood out among the Emirati youth. This exceptional individual has been appointed as the new Minister of Youth,” Sheikh Mohammed wrote.
He added that, “Sultan Al Neyadi, an accomplished astronaut with a PhD, has dedicatedly served his country in both the military and space sectors.”
The new Minister has made significant contributions to humanity in the field of science, notably being the first Arab to undertake a spacewalk and the first to embark on the longest Arab space mission, lasting six months.

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Saudi Grand Mufti: Houthi Militia's Targeting of Holy Sites Is a Grave Crime with Dire Consequences

Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars, and President of the General Presidency of Scholarly Research and Ifta Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Fawzan Al-Fawzan. (SPA)
Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars, and President of the General Presidency of Scholarly Research and Ifta Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Fawzan Al-Fawzan. (SPA)
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Saudi Grand Mufti: Houthi Militia's Targeting of Holy Sites Is a Grave Crime with Dire Consequences

Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars, and President of the General Presidency of Scholarly Research and Ifta Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Fawzan Al-Fawzan. (SPA)
Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars, and President of the General Presidency of Scholarly Research and Ifta Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Fawzan Al-Fawzan. (SPA)

Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars, and President of the General Presidency of Scholarly Research and Ifta Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Fawzan Al-Fawzan condemned on Monday the terrorist Houthi militia’s attacks against holy sites in the Kingdom.

In remarks carried by the Saudi Press Agency, he stressed: “The terrorist Houthi militia's targeting of civilian facilities and the killing of innocent people, including worshippers heading to the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, is among the gravest of crimes for which Allah Almighty has threatened painful punishment.”

“Throughout history, no one has followed the path of this criminal gang in targeting holy sites and those heading to the Sacred House of Allah without facing destruction and dire consequences,” he added.

“We ask Allah Almighty to put an end to these criminals and protect our country and Muslim countries,” he said.

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Fourth Group of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Umrah and Visit Program Performs Umrah

The fourth group comprises 250 pilgrims from 21 countries across Asia, Europe, and Oceania. (SPA)
The fourth group comprises 250 pilgrims from 21 countries across Asia, Europe, and Oceania. (SPA)
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Fourth Group of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Umrah and Visit Program Performs Umrah

The fourth group comprises 250 pilgrims from 21 countries across Asia, Europe, and Oceania. (SPA)
The fourth group comprises 250 pilgrims from 21 countries across Asia, Europe, and Oceania. (SPA)

Guests from the fourth group of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Umrah and Visit Program, implemented and supervised by the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, performed Umrah at the Grand Mosque after arriving in Makkah from Madinah, where they visited the Prophet's Mosque and several Islamic and historical sites.

The ministry provided comprehensive services, including reception, accommodation, and transportation, to facilitate the guests' performance of Umrah rituals, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Monday.

The guests praised the warm hospitality and well-organized services, expressing their gratitude to the Saudi leadership for its care for Islam and Muslims and its efforts to facilitate Hajj and Umrah.

Their program in Makkah includes scientific and cultural meetings and visits to the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa and the Revelation Exhibition.

The fourth group comprises 250 pilgrims from 21 countries across Asia, Europe, and Oceania.

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Ministers, Islamic Figures from Over 70 Countries Condemn Houthi Attacks Targeting Saudi Arabia

The Governor of the Riyadh Region visits civilians injured by Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
The Governor of the Riyadh Region visits civilians injured by Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Ministers, Islamic Figures from Over 70 Countries Condemn Houthi Attacks Targeting Saudi Arabia

The Governor of the Riyadh Region visits civilians injured by Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
The Governor of the Riyadh Region visits civilians injured by Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

A total of 176 ministers, Islamic scholars, muftis, and heads of Islamic associations, universities, and institutions from more than 70 countries strongly condemned attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi militia on Saudi Arabia.

They highlighted the threat these attacks pose to the security of the Two Holy Mosques and the safety of their visitors and condemned the targeting of airports and other civilian and vital infrastructure across the Kingdom.

In statements and cables sent to Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh, they expressed full support for Saudi Arabia's measures to protect its territory, safeguard its security and stability, and defend Islam's holy sites.

They described the attacks as a flagrant violation of the sanctity of Islamic holy sites, an infringement upon humanitarian and moral values and principles, and a disregard for the sanctity of human life, which Islamic Sharia seeks to preserve and protect.

They stressed that the Houthis' actions reflect a disregard for human and moral values and underscore the danger their practices pose to regional security and stability. They called for a firm international response to end these attacks and hold those responsible accountable under international laws and regulations.

They strongly condemned the deliberate targeting of Saudi airports and civilian and vital facilities, warning that such attacks directly threaten the safety of travelers and other civilians, disrupt air traffic, and cause hardship for passengers. Those affected include Umrah performers and visitors arriving from around the world to perform their religious rituals and visit the Two Holy Mosques, they added.

Deliberately endangering innocent lives, terrorizing people, and obstructing the journeys of pilgrims to their destinations show the Houthis' disregard for human life and their lack of Islamic principles and human, moral, and ethical values, they warned. They described these acts as serious violations of international laws and norms, requiring serious international action to protect civilian facilities and ensure travelers' safety.

They emphasized that standing with Saudi Arabia in confronting these attacks is an urgent duty and a religious, moral, and humanitarian responsibility.

The security of the Two Holy Mosques and the safety of their visitors, they said, are not solely Saudi Arabia's concern, but an issue of importance to Muslims around the world. They highlighted the special place Makkah and Madinah hold in Muslims' hearts and the enduring sanctity and significance of Islamic holy sites, stressing that any threat to Saudi Arabia's security or to Muslim holy sites represents an affront to the sentiments of the entire Muslim world.

They affirmed Saudi Arabia's legitimate right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, ensure the security of its citizens and residents, and counter any threat to its security, Islamic holy sites, or civilian facilities.

They praised Saudi Arabia's historic and leading role in serving Islam and Muslims under the leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

They highlighted Saudi Arabia's care for the Two Holy Mosques and its commitment to mobilizing its resources and capabilities to serve pilgrims and make it possible for them to perform their rituals safely and peacefully. They said these efforts are a source of pride and appreciation for Muslims worldwide and stressed that attacks on Saudi Arabia could not be separated from its standing in the Islamic world and its major responsibilities in caring for the holy sites and serving those who visit them.

They urged the international community and relevant organizations and bodies to fulfill their legal, humanitarian, and moral responsibilities in confronting these attacks. They called for firm positions and decisive measures to deter those responsible, hold them accountable, prevent further attacks, and protect civilians, religious sites, airports, and vital facilities from threats or targeting.

They warned that leniency toward such practices would encourage their continuation, endanger innocent lives, and undermine efforts to achieve regional security and stability.

They underlined their unwavering solidarity with Saudi Arabia, its leadership, and its people against any threat to its security, stability, or Muslim holy sites. They prayed for the protection of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince, continued security, strength, and stability for Saudi Arabia, and the safety of the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors, praying that the aggressors' plots would be thwarted.