Saudi King Issues Royal Order Naming 12 Judges as Members of Supreme Court

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 Issues Royal Order Naming 12 Judges as Members of Supreme Court

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

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, has issued a royal order appointing 12 judges, holding the position of President of the Court of Appeal, as members of the Supreme Court.

The Minister of Justice and Chairman of the Supreme Judicial Council, Dr. Walid bin Mohammed Al-Samaani, appreciated the support from the Saudi King and the Crown Prince, for the judicial system.

He emphasized that the royal order will fortify the Supreme Court's capacity to fulfill its responsibilities outlined in the judicial system and the two legal proceedings and criminal procedures systems.

The President of the Supreme Court, Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Abdullah Al-Luhaidan, and other members expressed gratitude for the trust bestowed by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince.

They affirmed their commitment to working diligently and contributing to realizing the aspirations of the Saudi leadership in their new roles.



Saudi Arabia Condemns Cowardly Terrorist Attack on Military Base in Chad

Saudi Arabia Condemns Cowardly Terrorist Attack on Military Base in Chad
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Cowardly Terrorist Attack on Military Base in Chad

Saudi Arabia Condemns Cowardly Terrorist Attack on Military Base in Chad

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s condemnation and denunciation of the cowardly terrorist attack on a military base in the Republic of Chad, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of several security personnel.

In a statement, the ministry reiterated the Kingdom’s firm rejection of terrorist and extremist acts that attempt to undermine the security and stability of Chad and its brotherly people.

The statement said: “The Kingdom affirms its solidarity with and support for the government and people of the Republic of Chad in the wake of this painful tragedy, extending its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the government and people of Chad, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.


Saudi FM Discusses Regional Developments with Portuguese Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
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Saudi FM Discusses Regional Developments with Portuguese Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Portugal’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Paulo Rangel.

During the call, they discussed the latest developments in the region and efforts to maintain security and stability.


GCC Secretary-General Meets with UK Foreign Secretary in London

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi
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GCC Secretary-General Meets with UK Foreign Secretary in London

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi has met with UK’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs Yvette Cooper in London.

During Wednesday’s meeting, the two sides reviewed Gulf-British relations. They affirmed that the signing of the joint statement concluding the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations embodies a new, deeply rooted era for Gulf-British relations.

They also exchanged views on the latest regional developments, stressing the imporance of intensifying international and regional efforts to enhance security and stability.