Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli airstrikes in Gaza’s Beit Lahiya
Riyadh, 22 October: Saudi Arabia on Monday condemned the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem by extremist Israeli settlers. In a statement the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also condemned continued attacks on civilian homes after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza’s Beit Lahiya late on Saturday. There were 87 people killed or reported missing under the […]
Two falcons fetch big bucks at Riyadh auction
Riyadh, 22 October: A large crowd of falcon enthusiasts gathered to witness the auction of two exceptional falcons near the Saudi capital, Riyadh. The event, organized by the Saudi Falcons Club, is being held at its headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh, and will continue until Nov. 15. One falcon, a young Shaheen caught in […]
AlUla farmers’ market showcases region’s vibrant heritage, date culture
Riyadh, 22 October: The Royal Commission for AlUla has launched a farmers’ market to showcase the region’s vibrant heritage as part of the AlUla Dates Season, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. A highlight of the season, the market at Al-Manshiyah Plaza displays innovative uses of dates in various products, with interactive sessions featuring […]
Saudi project clears 829 Houthi mines in Yemen
RIYADH, 22 October: Members of Saudi Arabia’s Project Masam removed 829 explosive devices from various regions of Yemen last week. The total included one anti-personnel mine, 49 anti-tank mines, 777 unexploded ordnances and two explosive devices, according to a recent report. Ousama Al-Gosaibi, the initiative’s managing director, said a total of 466,711 mines had been […]
Riyadh hosts mobile cybersecurity awareness expo
RIYADH, 22 October: The Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology is hosting a four-day mobile cybersecurity awareness exhibition organized by the National Cybersecurity Authority, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. The exhibition coincides with Cybersecurity Awareness Month, observed in October to raise awareness about cybersecurity. The exhibition features six interactive pavilions showcasing cybersecurity […]
GCC officials visit Jubail for water industry training
RIYADH, 22 October: A GCC delegation recently visited the Saudi Water Authority’s training partner in Jubail to help boost ties in the sector. The trip to the Water Academy was aimed at strengthening cooperation in training and joint programs, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. This initiative follows the GCC’s recommendation to accredit the […]
South Korea considering sending personnel to Ukraine to monitor North Korean troops
Seoul, Oct 22 (IANS) South Korea is considering sending a team of personnel to Ukraine to monitor North Korean troops being deployed to support Russia, a government source said Tuesday. Last week, Seoul’s spy agency said that North Korea sent some 1,500 special forces to Russia this month to take part in the war in […]
South Korea, Indonesia agree to expand cooperation in defence, EV
Seoul, Oct 22 (IANS) South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and the new President of Indonesia held talks earlier this week and agreed to step up bilateral cooperation in defence, electric vehicles and infrastructure, Han’s office said on Tuesday. Han made the remarks during a Cabinet meeting, saying that he held a one-on-one meeting with […]
India sends first tranche of 30 tonnes of medical, food supplies to Palestine through UNRWA
New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) India on Tuesday dispatched humanitarian assistance for the people of Palestine through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). The first tranche of assistance comprising 30 tonnes of medicine and food items has departed. Randhir Jaiswal, the official spokesperson for the MEA, posted on X, “India sends humanitarian assistance […]
Pakistani drone spotted along LoC in J&K’s Poonch
Jammu, Oct 22 (IANS) The Army troops on Tuesday fired shots at a Pakistani drone that was seen near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. Officials said the drone was seen hovering in the vicinity of the LoC after which, the soldiers opened fire in an attempt to neutralize the […]
