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RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Monday phone calls from Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Zheenbek Kulubaev. During the calls, they discussed the latest regional developments and efforts to enhance regional and international security and stability. The ministers also reviewed bilateral relations between their countries. Source: Saudi Gazette
In preparation for the 1447 AH Hajj season, the Ministry of Interior announced the following arrangements and measures aimed at maintaining the safety of pilgrims and ensuring that Hajj is performed with security and ease: First, starting Monday, April 13, 2026 (Shawwal 25, 1447 AH), residents wishing to enter Makkah must obtain official permits from the competent authorities, and those without such permits will be denied entry. Exempted are holders of a residency permit issued in Makkah, those with a Hajj permit, and those with a work permit for the holy sites issued electronically through the Absher Individuals platform and…
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RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports has announced the commencement of receiving online applications for Makkah entry permits for resident workers during the 2026 Hajj season. Applications can be submitted via the Absher and Muqeem portals, and there is no need for in-person visits to passport offices in this respect. All arrangements are in place in this regard through technical integration with the Makkah Entry Permit service, the directorate revealed. The Absher Individuals platform is designated for permit issuance for GCC citizens, Premium Residency holders, investors, mothers of Saudi citizens, domestic workers, and non-Saudi family members. The Muqeem portal…
MANAMA — Bahrain on Monday summoned the chargé d’affaires of the Iraqi Embassy over the continued drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory targeting the kingdom and other Gulf states. In a statement, Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the “continued malicious drone attacks,” according to Bahrain News Agency. The ministry said Sheikh Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa, director general of bilateral relations, delivered an official protest note during a meeting with Iraqi diplomat Ahmed Ismail al-Karawi. He stressed the need for Iraq to address the threats “urgently and responsibly” in line with regional and international law. Bahrain also reaffirmed its right…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Ishaq Dar. During the call, they reviewed the latest developments regarding the talks held in Islamabad between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran and emphasized the importance of continuing diplomatic efforts to restore stability in the region. Source: Riyadh Daily
(L-R) Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia & Mohammed Tayem, Technology Unit Manager, Dar Beta Information Technology. Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia and Mohammed Tayem, Technology Unit Manager, Dar Beta Information Technology, sat down to discuss cybersecurity threats facing Saudi Arabia and the necessary steps organisations should take to protect their regional investments alongside Cisco Security. Cybersecurity is a top priority across the region. How do you see the current security landscape evolving in Saudi Arabia? Sherif Azzam: Saudi Arabia is undergoing one of the most ambitious digital transformations globally, driven by Vision 2030. With…
PARIS — A section of the original spiral staircase from the Eiffel Tower will be auctioned in Paris on May 21, according to Le Parisien. The piece, consisting of 14 riveted steel steps dating back to the tower’s construction in 1889, will be sold by Artcurial. It is expected to fetch between €120,000 ($140,000) and €150,000 ($175,000), and has been held by a private collector for more than 40 years. Designed under engineer Gustave Eiffel, the staircase originally connected the second and third levels of the iconic monument. It was dismantled in 1983 during modernization work, when 20 sections were…
RIYADH — The Administrative Court in Riyadh has upheld a government entity’s decision to terminate an employee for absenteeism, ruling that signing attendance records without performing job duties constitutes absence from work. The judgment, published by the Board of Grievances, stems from a case in which the plaintiff sought compensation after his employment was terminated for allegedly being absent. According to the court summary, the employee had signed in on attendance logs but left the workplace immediately without carrying out his duties for a full month. The plaintiff acknowledged the behavior but argued that it should not be considered absenteeism.…
ACCRA — Ghanaian footballer Dominic Frimpong has died after suspected armed robbers opened fire at the bus carrying his team Berekum Chelsea back from a fixture, the country’s football association said. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) expressed its “profound shock and deep sorrow”, and shared its “heartfelt condolences” to the 20-year-old’s family, teammates and all who work for the team. “Dominic was a promising young talent whose dedication and passion for the game embodied the spirit of our league,” it added. “This tragic incident is not only a huge loss to Berekum Chelsea but also to Ghana football as a…