Saudi Interior Minister Oversees Annual Ceremony for Hajj Security Forces

Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, inspected the preparedness of the Hajj Security Forces. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, inspected the preparedness of the Hajj Security Forces. (SPA)
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Saudi Interior Minister Oversees Annual Ceremony for Hajj Security Forces

Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, inspected the preparedness of the Hajj Security Forces. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, inspected the preparedness of the Hajj Security Forces. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, inspected the preparedness of the Hajj Security Forces to carry out their field duties in maintaining the security and safety of the pilgrims.
The inspection took place during the minister’s patronage of the annual ceremony organized by the participating forces for the 1446 AH Hajj season.
In a speech during the ceremony, Director of Public Security and Chairman of the Hajj Lieutenant-General Mohammad bin Abdullah Al-Bassami, Director of the Security Committee, affirmed that the wise leadership has mobilized all capabilities and resources to prioritize services for the Hajj and well-care of the pilgrims.
He noted that these significant efforts have produced exemplary outcomes in crowd management, coordination, planning, and integration among various sectors, achieving the desired results and ensuring the pilgrims experience the highest levels of security and safety.
Al-Bassami also emphasized that the Hajj Security Forces are at the highest level of readiness and fully capable of responding firmly and effectively to any threats to pilgrims’ security or disruptions to their rituals, ensuring a safe environment for them to perform their rites.
The ceremony included field exercises simulating various security scenarios, displays of security vehicles and advanced equipment, in addition to showcasing security aviation and specialized vehicles used during the Hajj season.
The ceremony was attended by several princes and officials.



Saudi Foreign Minister Discusses Regional Developments with Jordanian Counterpart

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah looks on during a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty (not pictured) at Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, 05 January 2026. (EPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah looks on during a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty (not pictured) at Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, 05 January 2026. (EPA)
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Saudi Foreign Minister Discusses Regional Developments with Jordanian Counterpart

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah looks on during a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty (not pictured) at Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, 05 January 2026. (EPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah looks on during a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty (not pictured) at Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, 05 January 2026. (EPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Ayman Safadi, SPA reported.

During the call, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the region, the efforts being made in this regard, and the continuation of bilateral coordination and consultations.


Kuwait Says Four People Affiliated with Iran’s IRGC Arrested Trying to Enter by Sea

An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)
An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)
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Kuwait Says Four People Affiliated with Iran’s IRGC Arrested Trying to Enter by Sea

An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)
An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)

Kuwait's interior ministry said on Tuesday it had arrested four ‌infiltrators affiliated with ‌Iran's Revolutionary ‌Guards ⁠after they attempted ⁠to enter the Gulf state by ⁠sea, according ‌to ‌the state ‌news ‌agency KUNA.

The ministry added that one ‌member of Kuwait's armed ⁠forces was ⁠injured in clashes with the infiltrators.


Saudi Foreign Minister Begins Official Visit to the UK

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 Foreign Minister Begins Official Visit to the UK

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 arrived in the United Kingdom on Monday on an official visit, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

During the visit, the minister is scheduled to meet with Yvette Cooper, UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, to discuss bilateral relations and regional and international developments.