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Saudi Embassy: Closely Monitoring Condition of Saudi Citizen Stabbed in Mayfair

Saudi Embassy in London (File photo, Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Embassy in London (File photo, Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Embassy: Closely Monitoring Condition of Saudi Citizen Stabbed in Mayfair

Saudi Embassy in London (File photo, Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Embassy in London (File photo, Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Saudi Embassy in the United Kingdom said Friday that it is closely monitoring the condition of a Saudi citizen who was stabbed in the Mayfair area, adding that it is coordinating with the relevant authorities and working to provide him with the necessary care and support until he is discharged from the hospital safely.

In a statement posted on its X account, the embassy said it was following up with the relevant security authorities on the circumstances of the incident.

It stressed the importance of expediting the investigation, uncovering all the details of the incident, holding those responsible accountable under the law, and taking the necessary measures to enhance the safety of citizens and visitors in public areas.

The embassy urged Saudi men and women to exercise caution and avoid carrying valuable belongings in public places. It also called on citizens to immediately contact the Saudi Affairs emergency hotline at 00447799519495 in case of an emergency.

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Saudi-Malaysian Security Cooperation Foils Smuggling of 505.6 Kilograms of Ketamine

An image showing a portion of the seized quantity of ketamine (Saudi Ministry of Interior)
An image showing a portion of the seized quantity of ketamine (Saudi Ministry of Interior)
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Saudi-Malaysian Security Cooperation Foils Smuggling of 505.6 Kilograms of Ketamine

An image showing a portion of the seized quantity of ketamine (Saudi Ministry of Interior)
An image showing a portion of the seized quantity of ketamine (Saudi Ministry of Interior)

Saudi Ministry of Interior security spokesperson Brigadier General Talal bin Shalhoub stated that intelligence provided by the General Directorate of Narcotics Control to Malaysian authorities enabled the Royal Malaysian Customs Department Anti-Narcotics Unit to thwart an attempt to smuggle 505.6 kilograms of ketamine.

Bin Shalhoub praised the ongoing operational coordination between the two nations in intercepting illicit drugs, emphasizing that this joint success reflects tight security integration to counter transnational organized crime networks, SPA reported on Friday.

He affirmed that Saudi Arabia remains vigilant in tracking and dismantling criminal syndicates that target national security and youth with narcotics, continuing coordinated global efforts to protect societies from the illicit drug trade, SPA added.

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UAE President Pardons Abdul Rahman Yusuf Al-Qaradawi

UAE flag / File Photo- Reuters
UAE flag / File Photo- Reuters
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UAE President Pardons Abdul Rahman Yusuf Al-Qaradawi

UAE flag / File Photo- Reuters
UAE flag / File Photo- Reuters

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan issued a pardon on Friday for Abdul Rahman Yusuf Al-Qaradawi, who was convicted by the Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal on 27th August 2026 of the offences with which he was charged and sentenced to ten years' imprisonment and a fine of AED200,000.

The ruling was first issued on August 27, 2026, after finding Al-Qaradawi guilty of the charges against him.

According to Friday's announcement, the necessary procedures have been taken to implement the presidential pardon.

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Saudi Arabia and Egypt Discuss Developments in Iran, Palestine and Sudan

Meeting between bin Farhan and Abdelatty in Cairo last June (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Facebook page)
Meeting between bin Farhan and Abdelatty in Cairo last June (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Facebook page)
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Saudi Arabia and Egypt Discuss Developments in Iran, Palestine and Sudan

Meeting between bin Farhan and Abdelatty in Cairo last June (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Facebook page)
Meeting between bin Farhan and Abdelatty in Cairo last June (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Facebook page)

Saudi Arabia and Egypt discussed developments across the region. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said he discussed with his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, in a phone call ways to further strengthen bilateral relations.

“We exchanged views on a number of regional issues, particularly developments in Iran, Palestine and Sudan,” Abdelatty said.

In a post on his official X account on Friday, Abdelatty said he also discussed with Prince Faisal “the distinguished fraternal ties between the two countries.”

The Saudi and Egyptian foreign ministers also spoke by phone in mid-August. At the time, they praised the “depth and distinctive nature of the fraternal and strategic ties between the two countries” and reaffirmed their shared commitment to further advancing bilateral cooperation across various fields.

The ministers also discussed the intensive efforts by regional partners, including Saudi Arabia and Egypt, to de-escalate tensions and contain instability across the region. They stressed “the importance of addressing existing regional security concerns, respecting the sovereignty of states and refraining from acts of aggression against them, and preventing the conflict from expanding.”

They also emphasized the importance of ensuring the security, safety and freedom of navigation along international waterways.

In June, bin Farhan and Abdelatty met in Cairo to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations across various fields. The two ministers praised the continued momentum in Egyptian-Saudi relations and their close coordination, reaffirming their commitment to expanding cooperation in ways that serve the shared interests of the two countries and their peoples.

At the time, the ministers also reaffirmed their commitment to continued coordination and consultation on developments across the region.