عربي English Türkçe اردو فارسى
Logo
Latest News
Gulf

Crown Prince Meets Saudi Astronauts Before their Mission's Launch to Space

The Crown Prince also underlined the importance of the space sector as a major pillar in enhancing the Kingdom’s global competitiveness. SPA
The Crown Prince also underlined the importance of the space sector as a major pillar in enhancing the Kingdom’s global competitiveness. SPA
TT
TT

Crown Prince Meets Saudi Astronauts Before their Mission's Launch to Space

The Crown Prince also underlined the importance of the space sector as a major pillar in enhancing the Kingdom’s global competitiveness. SPA
The Crown Prince also underlined the importance of the space sector as a major pillar in enhancing the Kingdom’s global competitiveness. SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and President of the Higher Council of Space, met in Jeddah on Sunday with the Saudi astronauts Rayana Bernawi, Ali Al-Qarni, Mariam Fardous and Ali Al-Ghamdi before the launch of the Kingdom’s scientific mission to the International Space Station (ISS).

The Crown Prince welcomed the crew of the scientific mission on board of which are Rayana Bernawi, the first Saudi, Muslim and Arab woman to fly to space, and the first Saudi astronaut, Ali Al-Qarni, to arrive to the ISS, and congratulated them for passing the qualifying program.

The Crown Prince also underlined the importance of the space sector as a major pillar in enhancing the Kingdom’s global competitiveness, emphasizing at the same time the significance of space exploration in serving science and humanity.

Addressing the astronauts, he noted that they represent the abilities of the Saudi people and their ambitions to play a vital role in innovations and space research to find sustainable solutions for the welfare of humanity.

He also noted that the Saudi people are pinning great hopes on Bernawi and Al-Qarni as ambassadors and representatives of the Kingdom at the ISS in a mission that has noble objectives to empower mankind, protect the planet and open new horizons for research in health and sustainable environment.

The astronauts expressed pride for their meeting with the Crown Prince, extending their gratitude for his constant support.

The historic mission underlines the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting global space exploration efforts, encourage scientific research in the field and enhance the Saudis' knowledge and roles in space programs and technologies as per the Saudi Vision 2030.

Most Viewed

 
 
Gulf

Saudi, Syrian FMs Discuss Efforts to Support Syria's Security, Economy

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Syrian counterpart Asaad Al-Shaibani meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Syrian counterpart Asaad Al-Shaibani meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)
TT
TT

Saudi, Syrian FMs Discuss Efforts to Support Syria's Security, Economy

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Syrian counterpart Asaad Al-Shaibani meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Syrian counterpart Asaad Al-Shaibani meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received in Riyadh on Monday his Syrian counterpart Asaad Al-Shaibani.

They reviewed fraternal relations between their two countries and discussed developments in Syria.

They also tackled ways to support Syria's security and economy in a manner that fulfills the aspirations of its people.

Gulf

Saudi Arabia Reiterates Support for Sudan's Unity, Security

A general view of the Sudanese refugee camp in Goudrane, Wadi Fira, Chad, on January 31, 2026 near the city of Iriba. (AFP)
A general view of the Sudanese refugee camp in Goudrane, Wadi Fira, Chad, on January 31, 2026 near the city of Iriba. (AFP)
TT
TT

Saudi Arabia Reiterates Support for Sudan's Unity, Security

A general view of the Sudanese refugee camp in Goudrane, Wadi Fira, Chad, on January 31, 2026 near the city of Iriba. (AFP)
A general view of the Sudanese refugee camp in Goudrane, Wadi Fira, Chad, on January 31, 2026 near the city of Iriba. (AFP)

Saudi Arabia reiterated on Monday its unwavering support for the unity, security, and stability of Sudan, stressing the need to preserve its legitimate state institutions.

The Kingdom demanded that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) immediately cease their violations and adhere to their moral and humanitarian obligations. This includes ensuring the delivery of relief aid to those in need, in line with international humanitarian law and the Jeddah Declaration to Protect Civilians in Sudan, signed on May 11, 2023.

Saudi Arabia delivered its statement during the interactive dialogue on the High Commissioner for Human Rights' oral briefing regarding the situation in and around El-Fasher. The Kingdom's Permanent Mission to the United Nations and other international organizations in Geneva participated in the session.

Delivering the statement, Permanent Representative Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Khothaila reiterated the Kingdom's "strong condemnation of the grave human rights violations committed during the RSF's attacks on El-Fasher."

He specifically highlighted "recent criminal attacks on health facilities, relief convoys, and civilian infrastructure, which have resulted in the deaths of dozens of displaced persons and unarmed civilians, including women and children."

Gulf

Saudi Arabia's KSrelief Inaugurates Maternity Clinic at Al-Awda Hospital in Central Gaza

KSrelief inaugurates the women's and maternity clinic at Al-Awda Hospital in central Gaza on Monday. (SPA)
KSrelief inaugurates the women's and maternity clinic at Al-Awda Hospital in central Gaza on Monday. (SPA)
TT
TT

Saudi Arabia's KSrelief Inaugurates Maternity Clinic at Al-Awda Hospital in Central Gaza

KSrelief inaugurates the women's and maternity clinic at Al-Awda Hospital in central Gaza on Monday. (SPA)
KSrelief inaugurates the women's and maternity clinic at Al-Awda Hospital in central Gaza on Monday. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia's King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) inaugurated on Monday the women's and maternity clinic at Al-Awda Hospital in central Gaza.

Implemented in cooperation with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the project marks the completion of restoration and rehabilitation work following extensive damage sustained during the conflict with Israel, which had forced the facility to close.

The clinic's rehabilitation is part of a broader initiative to ensure access to essential services and promote maternal and newborn health among the affected population in Gaza.

The project targets the rehabilitation and support of women's and maternity departments in three major hospitals: Friends of the Patient Hospital, Al-Khair Hospital, and Al-Awda Hospital. It aims to improve the quality of reproductive health services and ensure pregnant and lactating women have access to safe healthcare.

The initiative is part of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts, through KSrelief, to ease the suffering of the Palestinian people and provide essential services amid the significant challenges facing the health sector in Gaza.