Author: Editorial Team
JERUSALEM — Attacks by Jewish settlers on farmland and property in Taybeh, one of the few Palestinian communities with a Christian majority in the occupied West Bank, could push families to migrate, threatening the town’s demographic character and historic Christian presence. Local officials and clergy warned of the impact of rising violence by Israeli settlers, which has coincided with worsening living and economic conditions in the town, the Anadolu news agency reported. Residents say the attacks have deepened fears in the town, even as they stress their determination to remain on their land. In recent years, Israeli settlers have established…
“Mohammad Al Habib” Real Estate has launched its new corporate campaign, “Towards brighter horizon”, which embodies the company’s direction and long-term vision toward developing more sustainable urban communities centered around people, balancing quality of life, aesthetic design, and thoughtful planning. The campaign reflects the company’s journey spanning more than five decades in the real estate development and investment sector across the Kingdom. The slogan “Towards brighter horizon” represents a future promise that reflects “Mohammad Al Habib” Real Estate’s direction toward developing more sustainable and human-centric communities. It also marks a new phase in the company’s real estate development and investment…
MAKKAH — Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal made an inspection tour of the holy sites during which he reviewed full operational readiness of the facilities and services arranged for the pilgrims for the Hajj of 2026. This was in line with the directives of the Saudi leadership and under the supervision of Emir of Makkah and Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah Prince Khalid Al-Faisal. Prince Saud inspected several projects implemented by Kidana Development Company in Mina, including a network of 195 field maintenance centers, a pilgrim accommodation system covering more than 3.5 million…
GENEVA — The United Nations has demanded independent investigations into reports that Nigerian airstrikes on a market killed at least 100 civilians, while Chadian airstrikes in Nigeria killed dozens of fishermen. “I am shocked by reports that Nigerian army airstrikes on a market in Zamfara state killed at least 100 civilians on 10 May and injured many more,” UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said on Wednesday. He said he was also “alarmed and saddened” by the reports of high civilian casualties in attacks since Friday by Chadian jets against Boko Haram camps on remote islands in the…
Following the news around hantavirus and discussions on social media, doctors in the UAE are reassuring residents that the virus is not easily spread between people and behaves very differently from Covid-19. UAE authorities, including the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), have also said the country is fully prepared to deal with potential health threats while continuing to monitor the situation closely. Healthcare experts told Khaleej Times that while hantavirus infections can be serious, the virus remains rare and is mainly linked to contact with infected rodents and contaminated environments…
The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority affirmed the importance of plant health and its pivotal role in protecting ecological balance and ensuring the sustainability of food resources, coinciding with the International Day of Plant Health, which sheds light on the importance of preserving plant cover as one of the fundamental pillars of natural life sustainability and the support of global food security. The authority indicated that plants represent a fundamental element in the stability of ecosystems, given their role in improving air quality, combating desertification, and preserving biodiversity, in addition to their contribution to supporting the…
RIYADH — The Saudi Pro League title race is officially heading for a dramatic final-day finish after the Saudi Pro League confirmed the Matchweek 34 schedule for the 2025-26 season on Wednesday. With the championship, AFC Champions League Elite qualification spots and relegation battle all still alive, the SPL announced that all decisive fixtures will kick off simultaneously on Thursday, May 21, to preserve sporting integrity and competitive fairness. The final round will be split across two days — May 20 and 21 — following what the league described as a comprehensive assessment of the standings and all remaining competitive…
LONDON — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with the United Kingdom’s National Security Advisor Jonathan Powell in London on Tuesday. During the meeting, they reviewed areas of bilateral cooperation between the two countries. They discussed the latest developments in the region. They also stressed the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and the need to strengthen efforts to maintain the region’s security and stability. Saudi Ambassador to the United Kingdom Prince Abdullah bin Khalid bin Sultan also attended the meeting. Source: Saudi Gazette
In a step reflecting integrated national efforts to enhance the experience of pilgrims, Saudi Post (SPL) delivered more than 42,000 Nusuk cards to pilgrims in the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Senegal, as part of integrated operational and logistical efforts aimed at facilitating pilgrims’ journey from departure until their arrival in the Kingdom. The initiative reflects SPL’s utilization of its operational capabilities and logistical networks to support the Hajj and Umrah ecosystem, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to enhance the quality of services provided to pilgrims and Umrah performers. SPL’s participation in…
MAKKAH — The Ministry of Interior took punitive measures against 14 Saudi citizens and five expatriates for violating Hajj laws and regulations. They were arrested at the entry points to Makkah while attempting to transport 29 individuals, who did not obtain permits to perform Hajj. The ministry issued administrative decisions against the violators through the seasonal administrative committees. The punitive measures include fines of up to SR100,000 against the transporters and anyone involved in the violations, in addition to imprisonment, and publicizing names of violators in the local media at their own personal expense. The penalties also include fines of…