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The event featured simulated field exercises addressing various security scenarios.
Interior Minister reviews Hajj security readiness during annual forces ceremony
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, reviewed on Saturday the readiness of the security forces deployed to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims during the Hajj season of 1446 AH.The inspection took place during the annual ceremony organized by the participating security forces, which was held in the presence of senior officials and members of the Hajj leadership.In a speech during the event, Lt. Gen. Mohammed Al-Bassami, Director of Public Security and Chairman of the Hajj Security Committee, emphasized that the Kingdom’s leadership has dedicated all necessary capabilities to serve and protect pilgrims, making Hajj a top national priority.He highlighted the Kingdom’s achievements in...
June 01, 2025

Interior Minister reviews Hajj security readiness during annual forces ceremony

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan visits the Umayyad Mosque accompanied by Syrian Foreign Minister Assad Al-Shibani on Saturday.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar announce joint financial aid to support Syrian public sector salaries
Saudi Gazette reportDAMASCUS — Saudi Arabia and Qatar announced on Saturday a joint financial support package for public sector employees in Syria, as part of their continued efforts to bolster the country’s economic recovery and alleviate humanitarian suffering.In a joint statement, the two countries confirmed they will provide salary support to Syrian public sector workers for a period of three months.This follows their earlier intervention to repay Syria’s arrears to the World Bank, totaling approximately $15 million.The initiative reflects “the brotherly bonds and historical ties” between the three nations and demonstrates Riyadh and Doha’s shared commitment to Syria’s stability and the well-being of its people.“This support aims to contribute to economic and social...
May 31, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Qatar announce joint financial aid to support Syrian public sector salaries

Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa receives Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
Saudi Arabia pledges reconstruction support for Syria as ties deepen
Saudi Gazette reportDAMASCUS — Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan affirmed on Saturday from Damascus that the Kingdom will be at the forefront of nations supporting Syria’s reconstruction and economic revival.Speaking alongside his Syrian counterpart, Asaad Al-Shibani, the minister also announced a joint Saudi-Qatari initiative to fund public sector salaries in Syria.“Saudi Arabia will remain one of the leading countries standing beside Syria in its journey of reconstruction and economic revival,” Prince Faisal said during a joint press conference in Damascus.He confirmed that Riyadh and Doha will provide financial support for Syrian civil servants, signaling a new phase in bilateral cooperation.The visit follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent...
May 31, 2025

Saudi Arabia pledges reconstruction support for Syria as ties deepen

Security patrols in the Makkah region arrested four expatriates for committing fraud by publishing advertisements selling fake sacrificial bonds.
4 expats arrested for fraudulent ads for sacrificial bonds
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Security patrols in the Makkah region arrested four expatriates for committing fraud by publishing advertisements selling fake sacrificial bonds. They were referred to the Public Prosecution after taking the necessary legal measures.The Public Security has warned against responding to advertisements posted by unauthorized institutions, offices, and social-media networks about performing the Hajj on behalf of others, fake Hajj campaigns, securing and distributing sacrificial animals for pilgrims, selling Hajj bracelets, providing transportation, and other misleading advertisements intended to defraud pilgrims.It urged to report such advertisements by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and call 999 in the rest of...
May 31, 2025

4 expats arrested for fraudulent ads for sacrificial bonds

The Masam project has so far removed approximately 500,000 mines and various shells
Yemen President hails Saudi decision to extend Masam project
Saudi Gazette report ADEN—Yemen Presidential Leadership Council President Dr. Rashad Mohammed Al-Alimi praised Saudi Arabia’s decision to extend the Masam Project contract for landmine clearance in Yemen.In a statement broadcast by the official Yemeni News Agency Saba, President Al-Alimi praised the program's leadership and team, as well as all institutions in Saudi Arabia and their humanitarian, service, and development contributions in various fields."This great humanitarian effort by the Kingdom through the Masam project, which has so far removed approximately 500,000 mines and various shells, embodies a noble fraternal commitment to Yemen and its people, and contributes to alleviating the ravages of war,” Al-Alimi said.
May 31, 2025

Yemen President hails Saudi decision to extend Masam project

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance dedicated its full resources to serve pilgrims under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Program for Hajj, Umrah and Visit.
200 shuttle trips daily to facilitate movement of King’s guests
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance dedicated its full resources to serve pilgrims under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Program for Hajj, Umrah and Visit. The comprehensive support includes an integrated system of services, notably 200 daily shuttle trips operating around the clock to transport pilgrims from their Makkah residences to and from the Grand Mosque.The arrangement is part of the operational plan implemented by the ministry to facilitate the performance of rituals and prayers for the guests and to enhance comfort and ease of movement, ensuring a safe and organized transportation experience that contributes to achieving the aspirations of the wise leadership in serving the pilgrims.The ministry affirmed that the service...
May 31, 2025

200 shuttle trips daily to facilitate movement of King’s guests

Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh inaugurated on Friday the backyard shade project at Namira Mosque, which includes 19 structural canopies
Islamic Affairs Minister inaugurates shade project at Namira Mosque courtyards
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh inaugurated on Friday the backyard shade project at Namira Mosque, which includes 19 structural canopies.Dr. Al-Sheikh highlighted the importance of studying the completion of the project to prepare and cool the surrounding courtyards with modern cooling systems and expanding the pilgrim water provision project by adding more chilled water units in and around the mosque.The efforts come within the ministry's continuous development plan to provide the best services in the mosques of the holy sites, in implementation of the directives of the wise leadership, and in an endeavor to provide everything that would bring comfort to the pilgrims and enable them to perform their rituals in...
May 31, 2025

Islamic Affairs Minister inaugurates shade project at Namira Mosque courtyards

The General Directorate of Passports announced that, as of the end of Friday, May 30, a total of 1,396,644 pilgrims have arrived from abroad through all of the Kingdom’s ports.
Around 1.4 million pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia by Friday
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports announced that, as of the end of Friday, May 30, a total of 1,396,644 pilgrims have arrived from abroad through all of the Kingdom’s ports. Of these, 1,326,323 pilgrims entered via airports, 65,228 through land ports, and 5,093 arrived by sea.The directorate reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating smooth and efficient entry procedures for the pilgrims by equipping its platforms with the latest technological systems, operated by qualified personnel fluent in multiple languages.
May 31, 2025

Around 1.4 million pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia by Friday

Saudi medical teams have performed 120 cardiac catheterizations and 11 open-heart surgeries, and treated 25 heat stress cases among the Hajj pilgrims from the beginning of the current Hajj season until Friday.
120 catheterization procedures and 11 open-heart surgeries performed for Hajj pilgrims  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi medical teams have performed 120 cardiac catheterizations and 11 open-heart surgeries, and treated 25 heat stress cases among the Hajj pilgrims from the beginning of the current Hajj season until Friday, Dhul Hijjah 3. This is part of an integrated field response system supported by specialized teams and advanced equipment.The health system provided more than 81,000 services to pilgrims, receiving more than 48,900 pilgrims at health centers. Emergency departments admitted 19,219 patients, outpatient clinics received 949 patients, and 3,515 patients were hospitalized, including 1,730 in intensive care.The health system continues to provide its services with high efficiency, based on proactive plans and an integrated system that ensures the highest...
May 31, 2025

120 catheterization procedures and 11 open-heart surgeries performed for Hajj pilgrims  

Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh during a meeting at the headquarters of the General Presidency of Scientific Research and Ifta in Makkah.  
Grand Mufti: Performing Hajj without a permit is a sin
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars and Head of the General Presidency for Scholarly Research and Ifta Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh, stressed the need to fully adhere to the instructions issued by the relevant authorities, most notably obtaining an official permit to perform the rituals. This was delivered in a directive to Muslims wishing to perform Hajj this year.The Grand Mufti emphasized that performing Hajj without a permit constitutes a grave violation of Islamic law, as it violates the system and the public interest. He warned that violating the instructions issued by the relevant Hajj authorities constitutes a clear violation of the orders of the ruler and is contrary to the Islamic Shariah. "Anyone who performs...
May 31, 2025

Grand Mufti: Performing Hajj without a permit is a sin

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