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Saudi Foreign Ministry Condemns Attack on Iranian Consulate Building in Damascus

Photo after the targeting of the Iranian consulate building in the Syrian capital Damascus. -Reuters
Photo after the targeting of the Iranian consulate building in the Syrian capital Damascus. -Reuters
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Saudi Foreign Ministry Condemns Attack on Iranian Consulate Building in Damascus

Photo after the targeting of the Iranian consulate building in the Syrian capital Damascus. -Reuters
Photo after the targeting of the Iranian consulate building in the Syrian capital Damascus. -Reuters

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the Kingdom condemnation of the targeting of the Iranian consulate building in the Syrian capital Damascus.

The Ministry expresses the Kingdom's categorical rejection of targeting diplomatic facilities for any justification, and under any pretext, which is a violation of international diplomatic laws and the rules of diplomatic immunity, SPA reported.

Also, the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jassim Mohammed Albudaiwi, condemned and denounced the targeting of the Iranian consulate building, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries.
He stressed the importance of abiding by the international laws, treaties, including the protection and safety of diplomatic missions.

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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.