Saudi Human Resources Ministry Launches Initiative to Support Pilgrims During Hajj Season

Pilgrims traveling from Iraq arrive at the Jadidat Arar border crossing in Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. (SPA)
Pilgrims traveling from Iraq arrive at the Jadidat Arar border crossing in Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. (SPA)
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Saudi Human Resources Ministry Launches Initiative to Support Pilgrims During Hajj Season

Pilgrims traveling from Iraq arrive at the Jadidat Arar border crossing in Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. (SPA)
Pilgrims traveling from Iraq arrive at the Jadidat Arar border crossing in Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development launched on Sunday the "Anwarat" initiative to provide comprehensive services for pilgrims throughout their Hajj journey.

Services will be provided from the moment the pilgrims arrive to their departure and will be implemented through the ministry's branches nationwide.

The initiative offers a range of services, including welcoming pilgrims at land crossing points and at the holy sites, providing multilingual guidance, and supporting elderly pilgrims and persons with disabilities through accessible transportation and trained personnel.

Moreover, the initiative promotes volunteerism by recruiting and deploying volunteers in various roles, including field support, guiding pilgrims at the holy sites, and distributing meals, beverages, and gifts.



Saudi Crown Prince, Egypt’s Sisi Discuss Regional Escalation

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi meet in Jeddah on Saturday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi meet in Jeddah on Saturday. (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince, Egypt’s Sisi Discuss Regional Escalation

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi meet in Jeddah on Saturday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi meet in Jeddah on Saturday. (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi discussed in Jeddah on Saturday the repercussions of the military escalation in the Middle East and its impact on regional and global security and stability.

They condemned the repeated Iranian hostile attacks against Gulf Cooperation Council countries and their vital and civil installations, which are a dangerous threat to regional security and stability.

The leaders also exchanged congratulations on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.

Sisi reiterated his condemnation of Iran’s “heinous” attacks against Saudi Arabia and the region, saying Egypt stands by the Kingdom against any threat to its sovereignty and security.

The meeting was attended by Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, chief of intelligence Hassan Rashad and other officials.

Sisi departed Jeddah after the meeting and was seen off by Crown Prince Mohammed.


Saudi Arabia Downs Several Drones in Eastern Region

Spokesperson of the Saudi Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki. (SPA)
Spokesperson of the Saudi Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Downs Several Drones in Eastern Region

Spokesperson of the Saudi Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki. (SPA)
Spokesperson of the Saudi Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki. (SPA)

Spokesperson of the Saudi Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki announced on Saturday that the Kingdom’s defenses intercepted and downed 42 drones in the Eastern Region.

On Friday, the Kingdom destroyed 50 drones fired at the Eastern Region.


Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Israeli Attack on Syria

A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Israeli Attack on Syria

A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia strongly condemned on Saturday the blatant Israeli attack against military infrastructure in southern Syria.

A Foreign Ministry statement condemned the attack as a flagrant violation of international law and Syria’s sovereignty.

“Saudi Arabia reiterates its rejection of this blatant aggression and of Israel's violation of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement,” it said.

“The Kingdom renews its call to the international community to put an end to Israel's violations of international laws and norms. The Kingdom affirms its solidarity with Syria and its support for all efforts aimed at preserving its sovereignty, maintaining its territorial integrity and unity and achieving security and stability for its people,” it stressed.

Israel's military said on Friday it had struck southern Syria in response to what it called attacks against the Druze community in Sweida province.