Saudi FM Leads Gulf Side in Meeting with Britain

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Saudi FM Leads Gulf Side in Meeting with Britain

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Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah led on Wednesday the Gulf side of the ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and the United Kingdom.

The British side was chaired by Britain's foreign minister James Cleverly.

The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 77th session of the General Assembly of the United Nations in New York.

The Saudi FM renewed the Kingdom’s heartfelt condolences on the loss of Queen Elizabeth II, and renewed congratulations to Britain's new monarch King Charles on the accession to the throne.

The discussions during the meeting highlighted the friendly relations between the GCC countries and the UK, and the ways to promote them at various levels.

The talks also touched on regional and international issues of mutual interest to both parties and emphasized the need to maintain security and stability in the region.



Prophet's Mosque Receives 5.4 Million Worshippers Last Week

The Prophet's Mosque received 5,475,443 worshippers last week - SPA
The Prophet's Mosque received 5,475,443 worshippers last week - SPA
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Prophet's Mosque Receives 5.4 Million Worshippers Last Week

The Prophet's Mosque received 5,475,443 worshippers last week - SPA
The Prophet's Mosque received 5,475,443 worshippers last week - SPA

The Prophet's Mosque received 5,475,443 worshippers last week, with the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque offering extensive services to support and assist worshippers and visitors.
During the week, 644,670 visitors greeted Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him) and his two companions, while 376,765 worshippers performed prayers in the Holy Rawdah, SPA reported.
Furthermore, 31,739 individuals from diverse nationalities benefited from translation services.

Field operations involved 24,053 liters of disinfectant for sterilization and disinfection activities.
Moreover, 1,480 tons of Zamzam water were consumed, and 152 samples were collected for testing and analysis.
The authority also distributed 136,283 Iftar meals, ensuring access to food for those breaking their fast.