June 2015
The Jeddah-based Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned the terrorist attacks on military checkpoints in Egypt's North Sinai today in which dozens of people were killed, including civilians.
OIC Secretary General Iyad bin Ameen Madani expressed the OIC's full solidarity with the Egyptian government and people in facing up to terrorism. Madani added, that he is confident that such terrorist acts would only consolidate the determination of the Egyptian government and people to stand together and unite in the fight against terrorism and for peace and stability.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir received today U.N. Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Yemen Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed. During the meeting, they discussed the latest developments in Yemen.
General Supervisor the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeahin met today with Special Envoy of UN Secretary General for Yemen Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed in Riyadh.
The Special Envoy praised the leading role of Saudi Arabia in supporting relief and humanitarian works as well as UN activities worldwide, hailing the efforts exerted in this regard by King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir has expressed the Kingdom’s strong condemnation and denunciation of the criminal terrorist attack on Egypt’s Prosecutor General Hisham Barakat which also killed and a number of innocent victims in a cowardly act contrary to the principles of Islam, all religions and human morals.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the Cabinet's session at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on this evening. At the outset of the session, King Salman briefed the Cabinet on the telephone conversation he had with President Nursultan Nazarbayev of Kazakhstan, and his meeting with the Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Dr. Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al-Zayani.
King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center has distributed Ramadan food baskets to as many as 7,500 Yemeni families. The Center's spokesman, Rafat Al-Sabbagh, said that Ramadan food baskets were distributed yesterday in Yemen through the World Food Program in the framework of the agreement between the two sides.
The Ministry of Interior announced today a Border Guard was killed and another injured from shellfire launched from Yemen. In its announcement, the ministry said that the two solders where on patrol when their vehicle can under attack around 9:00 am Saturday morning.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz this evening called Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi to offer his condolences on Friday’s terrorist attack on the Tunisian seaside resort of Sousse, which killed at least 38 people and wounded at least 39 others.
The King denounced and condemned the terrorist attack, calling it a criminal and coward act and offered condolence and consolation to the government, the families of the victims, and people of Tunisia. King Salman also expressed his wishes for the full and speedy recovery of all those injured.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz called French President Francois Hollande today to offer his condolences on yesterday’s terrorist attack at a chemical plant near Lyon. During their conversation, King Salman offered his condolences to the government, the family of the victim, and the French people.
Crown Prince Mohammad bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, sent a cable of condolence to the French president in which he condemned the terrorist attack and offers his condolence.
General Secretariat of the Council of Senior Scholars strongly condemned the heinous terrorist bombing at Al-Imam Al-Sadiq Mosque in Kuwait. In a statement, the council stressed that this terrorist attack violated all sanctities of religion and that the perpetrators of this crime and their supporters have committed great sins according to the consensus of Muslim Scholars.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed deep concern over the humanitarian experienced by Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar and their recent plight of what is called the crisis of refugee boats in the South East Asia in this regard. The Kingdom also expressed its appreciation to all states that have contributed to the rescue of Rohingya refugees, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia.
Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir described the Saudi-French relations as historic and strong . In a statement to Al-Ekhbariya News Channel today, the minister said the visit by Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Second Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, to the French capital will witness the signing of a number of agreements.
Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Second Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense met in Paris today with French Minister of Foreign Affairs Laurent Fabius. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries, and discussed the overall situations at regional and international arenas. The meeting was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir.
General Supervisor the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah met today with the regional director of the World Food Program, Muhannad Hadi. During the meeting, the two officials stressed strategic partnership and coordination between the King Salman Center and World Food Program in the delivery of humanitarian aids to the Yemeni people.
Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir said at a joint press conference with French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius in Paris today that Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and French President Francois Hollande are keen on enhancing bilateral in all fields, including the political, security, military, economic and education fields.
Saudi Deputy Chief of Mission to the U.S. Sami Al-Sadhan this evening hosted the traditional Iftar for Arab and Muslim ambassador at the Saudi Embassy in Washington. The event was also attended by Muslim leaders and members of the Saudi community in Washington. The holy month began on June 18.
(WASHINGTON, DC) – The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center and the United Nations recently held a round of meetings to discuss the allocation of Saudi pledged aid to Yemen. The two parties were represented by Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al-Rabeeah advisor at the Royal Court and general supervisor for the King Salman Center, and Stephen O’Brien, under-secretary-general and emergency relief coordinator for the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
The Royal Court announced today that Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Second Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister, will be travelling to France on Tuesday, June 23. Prince Mohammed bin Salman is scheduled to meet with French President Francois Hollande and a number of French officials.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the Cabinet's session at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on this evening. King Salman began the meeting by thanking leaders and officials of sisterly countries and all those who congratulated him on the holy month of Ramadan and appealed to Allah Almighty to help Muslims all over the world to perform fasting and accept their good deeds.
The King them briefed the Cabinet on his talks with the President of Pakistan Memnon Hussein and his meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusolu.
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Saudi Arabia was among the 10 largest government donors of international humanitarian assistance in 2014, according to the 2015 Global Humanitarian Assistance (GHA) Report. Saudi Arabia contributed $755 million, making it the sixth largest donor.
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz said yesterday that Saudi Arabia will safeguard the country and its citizens from sectarianism and sedition. King Salman addressed the people of Saudi Arabia and all Muslims around the world on the advert of the holy month of Ramadan, which begins today.
The Ministry of Interior today issued a travel warning for Macedonia due to the deteriorating political and security situation in Macedonia. The Ministry of Interior urges Saudi citizens against travel to Macedonia.
As an extension of the humanitarian initiatives adopted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia towards the people of Yemen, and on the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, separation surgery on Yemeni conjoined twins will be performed Friday.
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Saudi Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir said today that Saudi Arabia supports all efforts to end the Yemeni crisis in accordance with the GCC Initiative and the outcomes of the National Dialogue in Yemen, and in line with U.N. Security Council Resolution 2216, confirming that the Kingdom strongly rejects any foreign intervention in Yemen without request from the legitimate government.
The Royal Court announced this evening that the Supreme Court, which is assigned to determine the start of Ramadan, has announced that the first day of Ramadan will be Thursday, June 18.
Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir met separately in Jeddah today on the sidelines of the of extraordinary meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation on the on the Situation in Yemen with Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry of Egypt, Foreign Minister Mankeur Ndiaye of Senegal, and Foreign Minister Abdusalam Omer of Somalia. The meetings addressed topics on the agenda of the ministerial meeting, in addition to bilateral relations and regional and international issues of common interest.
The Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) held a ministerial-level extraordinary meeting at the OIC Headquarters in Jeddah under the chairmanship of H.E. Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, which Chairs the 42nd Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers, on Tuesday 16 June 2015 (29 Shaaban 1436 H.) upon the request of the Republic of Yemen to discuss developments of the situation in the Republic of Yemen.
The Supreme Court has called on all Muslims in Saudi Arabia to sight the crescent of the blessed holy month of Ramadan on Tuesday evening, 29 Sha'ban, 1436 AH (June 16). The Supreme Court requested in its announcement whoever sees the crescent by the naked eyes or binoculars to report to the nearest court and register his testimony.
Saudi Specialist Clinics provided medical services to some two thousand displaced Syrians at Al-Zaatari Camp in Jordan last week. The clinics treats an average of 300-350 patients a day. The clinics’ pharmacies dispense on average over 1,300 prescriptions a day.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the Cabinet's session at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on this afternoon. King Salman began the meeting by congratulating the people of Saudi Arabia and Arab and Islamic peoples on the near advent of the blessed holy month of Ramadan, praying to Allah Almighty to help them in fasting and prayers and accept their good deeds in this holy month.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs today warned Saudi citizens of the risks of traveling to Iran following the death of four and the injury to 29 Saudi citizens from poisoning in the Iranian city of Mashhad. Due to the mysterious circumstances surrounding the poisoning and lack of transparency in the investigation, the Foreign Ministry calls upon Saudi citizens traveling to Iran to take the utmost caution to preserve their safety and security as well as their families from any harm.
Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Second Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, received in Jeddah today U.S. Director of National Intelligence James Clapper. During the meeting, they discussed a number of issues of common interest between the two friendly countries. The meeting was attended by Chief of General Intelligence Khalid Alhmaidan.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs today condemned statements by some countries and international organizations regarding the case of Raef Badawi before a final ruling in the case has been issued by either the judiciary or any official body.
The Foreign Ministry stresses that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia totally rejects any form of interference in its internal affairs and any impingement on its sovereignty or the independence and impartiality of its judiciary.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz met today with visiting President Ali Bongo Ondimba of Gabon at Al-Salam Palace in Riyadh. The meeting was attended by Prince Khalid Al-Faisal, Advisor to the King and Governor of Makkah Province; Prince Miteb bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, Minister of National Guard; Crown Prince Mohammad bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; Dr. Musaid bin Muhammad Al-Eiban, Minister of State; Minister of Culture and Information Dr.
The Council of Foreign Ministers of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will hold its 135th session in Riyadh on Thursday. On the meeting’s agenda is the strategic dialogues between the GCC and other regional intergovernmental unions. The meeting will also discuss the latest regional and international developments related to regional security and stability, and the situations in Yemen.
Upon directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Second Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Interior and Director General of Saudi Relief Campaigns, approved the program of fasting for the Syrian and Somali peoples during the Holy Month of Ramadan at a cost of over $3.31 million.
The Saudi Foreign Ministry summoned Iran's ambassador today after four Saudis died from poisoning in the northeast Iranian city of Mashhad. Ministry spokesman Ambassador Osama Nugali said in a statement that the Kingdom expressed deep concern over the death of the four children and the injury of 28 other Saudis, and urged the Iranian authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and reveal all circumstances surrounding the poisoning.
Saudi National Campaign to Support Brothers in Syria has signed a $32,000 contract to supply the 12th batch of medical supplies to Saudi Specialized Clinics in Al-Zaatari Camp in Jordan. The campaign's regional director, Dr. Badr bin Abdulrahman Al-Samhan, clinics provide health care to more than 83,000 Syrian refugees in Al-Zaatari Camp in Jordan.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet's session at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah this afternoon. At the outset of the session, King Salman expressed his thanks and appreciation to the leaders and presidents for their condolences on the death of Princess Jawaher bint Abdulaziz, praying to Allah Almighty to protect them from any harm.
Adel bin Ahmad Al-Jubeir, Foreign Minister, received here today US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Arabian Peninsula in the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs Susan Ziadeh. During the meeting, they discussed the latest developments of the issues of common interest in the region.
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Today, the Saudi Ministry of Interior issued a list of 16 suspects linked to the May 29 suicide bombing outside the Al-Anoud Mosque in Dammam and the May 22 attack at the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in Qudayh.
The ministry has offered cash rewards of nearly $270,000 to anyone with information leading to the arrest of a wanted suspect, and an increased reward of more than $1.3 million for information that leads to an arrest of more than one wanted suspect. The ministry also announced a reward of nearly $1.9 million to anyone who helps foil a terror attack.
Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmad Al-Jubeir today represented the Kingdom at the anti-Daesh (ISIS) group in Paris. The objective of the meeting was to discuss the coalition's strategy against ISIS, including training Iraqi soldiers and moderate groups in Syria.