GCC Urges Morocco, Algeria to Hold Dialogue to Resolve Differences

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Nayef al-Hajraf. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Nayef al-Hajraf. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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GCC Urges Morocco, Algeria to Hold Dialogue to Resolve Differences

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Nayef al-Hajraf. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Nayef al-Hajraf. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Nayef al-Hajraf expressed on Friday his regret at the deterioration of relations between Morocco and Algeria.

He hoped that the neighbors would restore ties, calling on them to resort to dialogue and diplomacy to resolve their differences in the hopes of opening a new chapter in relations.

Such relations should meet the aspirations of their people, achieve security and stability and bolster joint Arab work.



Saudi King Approves Hosting 1,000 Umrah Performers from 66 Countries in Guests Program

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 Approves Hosting 1,000 Umrah Performers from 66 Countries in Guests Program

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

Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has approved the hosting of 1,000 individuals from 66 nations to perform Umrah during this year, 1446 AH, as part of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah and Visitation.

The guests will be received over four groups as part of this program, which is executed and supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance.

Marking this occasion, the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance and General Supervisor of the program, Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Alsheikh, expressed profound gratitude and appreciation towards King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud for empowering Muslims from diverse nations worldwide to perform Islamic rituals comfortably and peacefully, covering the expenses personally.
He highlighted that throughout its ongoing journey, the program has extended its reach across various continents, benefiting over 140 countries since its inception. The program's guests enjoy an array of services through a comprehensive system, ensuring a seamless experience from departure to their safe return.