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Saudi Minister of Defense Holds Talks with British Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met with UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met with UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps. (SPA)
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Saudi Minister of Defense Holds Talks with British Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met with UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met with UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met at the World Defense Show (WDS) 2024 in Riyadh with the UK Defense Secretary, Grant Shapps, SPA said on Sunday.
The two officials discussed the strategic partnership between the two nations and the latest regional and international developments, in addition to matters of mutual interest.
Earlier Prince Khalid bin Salman met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of Slovakia, Robert Kalinak.
The ministers highlighted the friendly ties between the two nations, and the ways to promote cooperation at the defense level. They also discussed several regional and international matters.
The meetings were attended by several officials.

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Saudi Council of Senior Scholars: Performing Hajj without a Permit Is a Sin

Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)
Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)
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Saudi Council of Senior Scholars: Performing Hajj without a Permit Is a Sin

Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)
Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Council of Senior Scholars stressed on Sunday the need to obtain a permit for anyone wishing to perform the Hajj pilgrimage.

In a statement, it warned that performing the pilgrimage without the permit “is a sin” and would “lead to several dangers and impact the safety and health of pilgrims and the services provided.”

Meanwhile, the Holy Makkah Municipality said 22,000 of its members and members of other entities are dedicating their services and capabilities to implement this year’s Hajj season plan.

The municipality has provided 28 centers in the holy sites to offer the best services to the pilgrims.

In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, municipality spokesman Osama al-Zeitouni said it has backed up its efforts with several electronic platforms and apps that would help boost the efficiency of services and speed up procedures.

It has also dedicated a large fleet of equipment and human cadres and set up integrated plans and work programs that cover the entirety of the Hajj, he added.

The municipality's efforts include and are not limited to training members on crisis, disaster and crowd management. Dedicated teams will be in place to handle emergencies caused by rain or fires, as well as handling waste and garbage, providing protection against insects and regularly disinfecting camps.

The municipality has dedicated a team to monitor the markets, grocery stores and restaurants to ensure the safety of food provided.