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Saudi Royal Order Approves Transformation of King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital to Non-profit Organization

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 Royal Order Approves Transformation of King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital to Non-profit Organization

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

A Royal Order was issued approving the founding law for the transformation of the King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital with the renaming of the hospital to King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital and Research Center, which will operate as an independent non-profit organization under the umbrella of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City.
Minister of State, Member of the Council of Ministers, and CEO of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) Eng. Ibrahim bin Mohammed Al-Sultan expressed gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, for approving the founding law of King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital and Research Center as an independent non-profit entity.
The move comes within the framework of the Saudi Vision 2030 programs entailing supporting and enhancing the role of the non-profit health sector in the Kingdom, to boost its efficiency and quality of services, thus boosting its role and position as a leading global institution in the field of eye health, scientific research, and training.
“King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital and Research Center is a pioneer in the field of ophthalmology and optics, with its influence extending beyond the Kingdom onto a global scale. The hospital is present and a part of global organizations, and its health, training, educational, and research services benefit the health of the citizens, its contribution the eyesight preservation, and strengthen and support the health sector system in the Kingdom,” said Al-Sultan.
He added that the transformation of the King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital, together with the transformation of King Saud University and King Faisal Specialist Hospital reflects the focus on improving the health services in the Kingdom, and expanding cooperation among institutions, as a major enabler of achieving the Kingdom’s ambitious goals.
The approval of the founding law for the King Khaled Eye Specialist and Research Center is testimony to the leadership’s vision of advancing the health sector, in general, with focus on research in the field of eyecare, in particular.
In addition to stimulating the non-profit work in the city of Riyadh, and ensuring the completion of the health and community services system, the inclusion of the hospital under the umbrella of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City further consolidates the position of Riyadh as a global medical destination, enhancing the value of the assets under its ownership, and keeping pace with successful global standards.

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Saudi Crown Prince, Italian PM Discuss Fallout of Military Escalation in the Region

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Jeddah (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Jeddah (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince, Italian PM Discuss Fallout of Military Escalation in the Region

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Jeddah (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Jeddah (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Jeddah on Friday to review bilateral ties and explore ways to strengthen cooperation.

The two officials also discussed regional developments, including the risks of ongoing military escalation to global trade, energy security, and the world economy, while stressing coordination to support Middle East stability.

Meloni’s visit marks the first by a European Union leader to the region since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran on February 28, according to Reuters.

In an interview with Italian state television, Meloni said her country stands with Gulf states against Iranian attacks, describing them as “friends and strategic partners,” and calling her visit “a gesture of solidarity.”

Speaking from Jeddah, she stated that her trip is primarily focused on oil, noting that Gulf countries supply about 15% of Italy’s needs. She stressed the importance of securing stable energy supplies.

Meloni arrived in Jeddah Friday and was received at King Abdulaziz International Airport by Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region and other Saudi figures.

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Islamic Ministers’ Executive Council Condemns Iran’s Attacks on the Region

Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh addresses the conference. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh addresses the conference. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Islamic Ministers’ Executive Council Condemns Iran’s Attacks on the Region

Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh addresses the conference. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh addresses the conference. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Executive Council of the Conference of Ministers of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs condemned the deliberate Iranian attacks on Saudi Arabia, the Gulf and Jordan, accusing Tehran of seeking to destabilize the region, terrorize civilians, kill innocents and target homes, infrastructure, desalination plants, airports and diplomatic missions.

In a statement after a virtual meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the council said the attacks violated Islamic values and principles, good neighborliness, international treaties and international law, and posed a threat to international peace and security.

The council said the attacks could not be justified under any pretext and called on Iran to halt them immediately and stop supporting, funding or arming affiliated militias.

Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance and Chairman of the council Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh urged condemnation of the heinous attacks by Iran and its militias on Saudi Arabia, Gulf Cooperation Council states and Jordan.

He said the attacks violated Islamic principles and international laws, undermined regional security and reflected a reckless attempt to push the region toward chaos and strife.

Alsheikh said Saudi Arabia and its leadership were capable of defending the country, protecting Islamic holy sites and confronting any threat to its security and resources.

The Kingdom had strengthened national unity, with citizens rallying behind the leadership and supporting its decisions, he added.

In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, the minister said the meeting came at a time of “abnormal circumstances” in the Muslim world marked by rising aggression.

He accused Iran of carrying out daily hostile acts, including launching drones and missiles without justification toward Saudi Arabia, Gulf states and Jordan, and said those countries remained steadfast, strong and aware of their responsibilities toward their religion, leadership and nations.

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Saudi FM, Russian Counterpart Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo
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Saudi FM, Russian Counterpart Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held a phone call with Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergei Lavrov, during which they discussed the latest developments in the region, the Saudi Press Agency said on Thursday.

The discussion comes amid heightened tensions in parts of the Middle East, prompting continued diplomatic engagement between major international stakeholders.