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Saudi King Visits Qasr al-Hukm District in Riyadh

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques upon his arrival at Qasr al-Hukm area in the capital Riyadh (SPA)
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques upon his arrival at Qasr al-Hukm area in the capital Riyadh (SPA)
    Asharq A-Awsat
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Saudi King Visits Qasr al-Hukm District in Riyadh

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques upon his arrival at Qasr al-Hukm area in the capital Riyadh (SPA)
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques upon his arrival at Qasr al-Hukm area in the capital Riyadh (SPA)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud visited on Thursday Qasr al-Hukm area in the capital Riyadh, which includes the headquarters of the Riyadh region and al-Masmak Palace.

The King toured the building, during which he reviewed the long history of achievements while he was the governor of Riyadh. 

He then visited al-Masmak Palace, its surroundings, mosque, Diwaniyah (council), main courtyard and other open courtyards, and the upper floor, and saw some of the popular heritage pieces.  

The Palace is a historical and heritage landmark. Its construction started during the reign of Imam Abdullah bin Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Saud in 1865. It represents the story of King Abdulaziz in unifying the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 

The King was received upon his arrival by Riyadh Governor Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman, and Undersecretary of Riyadh region Dr. Faisal bin Abdulaziz al-Sudairy, in addition to a number of officials. 

The King was accompanied by Prince Mansour bin Saud, Prince Khalid bin Saad bin Fahd, Prince Sattam bin Saud, Prince Faisal bin Saud bin Mohammed, Al-Baha Governor Prince Dr. Hossam bin Saud, Advisor to the King Prince Dr. Abdulaziz bin Sattam, Madinah Governor Prince Faisal bin Salman, Prince Saud bin Salman, and Prince Abdul Majeed bin Abdul Ilah. 

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Iranian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia to Asharq Al-Awsat: Khalid bin Salman’s Visit Is Very Important

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meet on Friday. (Prince Khalid bin Salman on X)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meet on Friday. (Prince Khalid bin Salman on X)
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Iranian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia to Asharq Al-Awsat: Khalid bin Salman’s Visit Is Very Important

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meet on Friday. (Prince Khalid bin Salman on X)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meet on Friday. (Prince Khalid bin Salman on X)

Iranian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Alireza Enayati described as “very important” Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman’s visit to Tehran on Friday.

In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, he noted Prince Khalid’s meetings with senior Iranian officials to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues.

The visit is evidence that bilateral relations are moving forward at a rapid pace since they were restored less than two years ago, he added.

Speaking from Tehran, Enayati hoped that the visit would have a positive impact in the region, underlining Saudi Arabia and Iran’s importance in the region.

Prince Khalid met in Tehran with Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, chief of staff of Iran's Armed Forces Mohammad Bagheri, and Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) General Ali Akbar Ahmadian

Discussions focused on the “fruitful, constructive and positive” relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran, continued Enayati.

They also tackled issues that concern the region and its security and stability, as well as support to the Palestinian cause, he remarked.

Prince Khalid traveled to Iran at the directives of the Saudi leadership. He handed Khamenei a written message from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz.

He added that he discussed with Khamenei issues of common interest and bilateral relations between their countries.

Enayati stressed the need for Saudi Arabia and Iran to invest their major capabilities in developing relations.

Khamenei underscored the importance of Saudi-Iranian ties and the need for their continuity for the interests of all parties, the ambassador said.

Prince Khalid’s visit reflects the determination of both countries to develop and bolster their ties further.

The region, he stressed, needs solidarity between its nations, especially between Saudi Arabia and Iran, added Enayati.