Saudi King and Crown Prince Condole Kuwait
In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed their deepest condolences to the Emir of Kuwait on Monday following the passing of Sheikh More »
Putin and Abbas Discuss Gaza Crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Tuesday during Abbas’ visit to Russia. Arriving on Monday, Abbas aims to discuss the ongoing Gaza conflict with More »
Saudi Arabia Voices Strong Support for Gaza Peace Initiatives
Saudi Arabia has firmly aligned itself with the recent joint statement made by President Joe Biden of the United States, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, More »
Saudi Crown Prince, US Secretary of Defense discuss troop deployment
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Wednesday from the US Secretary of Defense during which they discussed ongoing arrangements to send US troops of a More »
Saudi Energy Minister confirms restoration of Kingdom’s gas production capacity
:: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy confirmed on Wednesday the restoration of production capacity, affirming the Kingdom’s position as a reliable energy supplier in the global market. The energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz More »
Tag Archives: Makkah
Saudi Haj minister inspects institutions in preparation for Haj 2017
:: Minister of Haj and Umrah Mohammed Saleh bin Taher Bentin has started inspection and field visits, as well as preparatory meetings with the board of directors for Tawafa owners in preparation for the coming Haj season. Bentin started by
14 mosques in Makkah being built in original architectural style
:: The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has began implementing the designs of 14 out of 50 mosques in the Makkan style to increase the Islamic identity of the surrounding Makkah environs. The agreement was signed between the ministry and the
Plastic artists in Makkah compete in depicting crown prince
:: Seventeen male and female plastic artists are competing at the Makkah Festival for Entertainment and Awareness for the best depiction of Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman. Rose Nouran, a member of the Plastic Arts Association at the Culture and
SR400 bank guarantee for each pilgrim
:: Domestic Haj companies will have to deposit to the Ministry of Haj and Umrah SR400 per pilgrim before their electronic registration for the upcoming Haj. This was announced by the Ministry of Haj and Umrah. The fee will be
Over 30 million iftar meals distributed at Makkah’s Grand Mosque: Report
:: More than 30 million iftar meals were given to worshippers in and around the Grand Mosque in Makkah during Ramadan, according to a report presented to local Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal. Prince Khaled received the detailed report from Hisham
Makkah governor praises officials on successful Umrah season
:: Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, chairman of the Central Haj Committee, commended officials for the recently completed successful Umrah season. Some 3 million worshippers, including more than 2 million local and foreign pilgrims, visited the Two Holy Mosques in
Targeting the holiest place is their agenda
By : Dr. Hamdan Al-Shehri :: Just two days ago, on our television screens we saw how Saudi security forces thwarted a terrorist act that would have not only destroyed the sacredness of the Grand Mosque but also killed many
Opposition: Iranian regime the only party profiting from attacking Mecca
:: An Iranian opposition group has strongly condemned the terrorist plan against the Grand Mosque area in Mecca. “Those who are behind these inhuman and non-Islamic plans and who carry them out are the worst enemies of Islam and Muslims.
World reacts to foiled terrorist attack at Mecca’s Grand Mosque
:: Global condemnations have poured in following a foiled terror attack on Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mosque in Mecca on Friday. Security forces said the operation was planned by three terrorist groups, two based in Mecca and the thrid in Jeddah.
UAE: Attack attempt in Saudi bolsters our will to eliminate terrorism
:: UAE’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Abdullah bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan said Saturday that the recent terrorist attack attempt targeting Mecca’s Grand Mosque will only increase “our will” to encounter those who support terrorism. “This
Five arrested after Saudi security forces foil attack on Grand Mosque in Mecca
:: The Saudi Interior Ministry said on Friday that it has arrested five members of a cell that was planning an attack on the Grand Mosque area in Mecca. Security forces in Saudi Arabia foiled a terror plot on Friday
Friday sermon: Imams of the Two Holy Mosques remind Muslims of Zakat Al-Fitr
:: Worshippers at Friday prayers bid farewell to Ramadan, while imams throughout the Kingdom urged congregations to give Zakat Al-Fitr before the day of Eid. In his sermon on Friday, the imam at the Makkah Grand Mosque, Sheikh Saleh bin
Saudi security forces kill most wanted militant in Mecca
:: Security forces on Friday succeeded in thwarting an imminent terrorist act targeting the security of the Grand Mosque and worshippers by a group stationed in three locations, the Interior Ministry said. The security spokesman explained that one of the
Free suhoor meals for thousands of pilgrims in Makkah
:: On a directive from Makkah Governor and Adviser to King Salman Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, thousands of Umrah pilgrims at the Grand Mosque in Makkah are being given free suhoor meals during the last days of Ramadan. The prince has
Makkah residents to be trained to deal with heart attacks
:: Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, Makkah governor and adviser to King Salman, on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Health Minister Tawfiq Al-Rabiah in Jeddah to implement “Makkah, the City of Safe Heart,” an initiative to teach citizens outside
Riyadh keen to unify efforts to overcome terrorism, extremism
:: The Minister of Culture and Information, Dr. Awwad bin Al-Awwad, delivered King Salman’s speech on his behalf to the people of Saudi Arabia and Muslims all around the world on the occasion of the start of the Holy Month
Makkah governor inaugurates Cultural Forum convoy
:: Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal inaugurated the convoy of the Makkah Cultural Forum with the participation of 100 land and sea vehicles representing 56 governmental and private entities from the provinces of the region. The vehicle convoy will visit
All potential mobilized for safety of pilgrims in Ramadan
:: Sheikh Abdurahman Al-Sudais, head of the Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, said on Saturday that the presidency and its officials have mobilized all potential and resources to ensure the security of the Grand Mosque, as
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