Saudi, Syrian Foreign Ministers Discuss Political Solution to Syria’s Crisis

Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji welcoming the Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah. - Reuters
Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji welcoming the Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah. - Reuters
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Saudi, Syrian Foreign Ministers Discuss Political Solution to Syria’s Crisis

Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji welcoming the Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah. - Reuters
Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji welcoming the Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah. - Reuters

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with Syria's Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad in Jeddah on Wednesday upon the invitation of the Saudi FM.

During the meeting, the two officials discussed the joint efforts to reach a political solution to the Syrian crisis, in a way that preserves Syria's unity, security, stability, and territorial integrity.

A joint statement was released following the meeting between the two sides, welcoming the start of procedures for resuming consular services and flights in the two countries.

The two sides also agreed on the importance of resolving humanitarian challenges, including creating an environment that would allow aid to reach all areas of Syria, establish the prerequisites for Syrian refugees and displaced people to return to their homes.

The Kingdom and Syria both stressed the importance of strengthening security and combating terrorism in all forms and enhancing cooperation to combat drug smuggling and trafficking.

For his part, Mekdad expressed Syria's appreciation for the Saudi Arabia's efforts to help end the Syrian crisis and for providing humanitarian and relief aid to those affected by the earthquakes that struck Syria last February.

Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji on Wednesday welcomed the Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah.



Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Crown Prince Donate SAR70 Mln to National Charity Campaign

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)
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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Crown Prince Donate SAR70 Mln to National Charity Campaign

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, donated on Friday SAR70 million to Saudi Arabia’s fifth National Campaign for Charitable Work through the Ehsan Platform.

The campaign kicked off on Friday.

King Salman contributed SAR40 million, while Crown Prince Mohammed donated SAR30 million.

The donations reflect the continued commitment of the Saudi leadership to charitable and humanitarian efforts, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. They highlight their dedication to strengthening social solidarity and community cohesion.

Chairman of Ehsan Platform's supervisory committee Majid Al-Kassabi expressed gratitude to the leadership for their significant contributions.

Such generous support demonstrates the Kingdom’s commitment to facilitating charitable acts with transparency and efficiency, he stressed.

Donations to the campaign can be made via the Ehsan Platform’s website, mobile app, the unified number, or designated bank accounts.

The Ehsan Platform operates with support from the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA), ensuring compliance with Shariah guidelines under the supervision of a dedicated Shariah committee.