KSrelief assists people who are visually impaired in Morocco, Afghanistan
RIYADH, 4 November: The Kingdom’s aid agency, KSrelief, has been assisting people with visual challenges in Morocco and Afghanistan, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. The projects are a part of the Saudi Noor Voluntary Project, according to the SPA. In Morocco’s Boulemane, KSrelief’s team examined 5,120 individuals, distributed 1,050 pairs of spectacles, and […]
Frankly Speaking: Does Riyadh prefer Trump or Harris?
DUBAI, 4 November: Saudi Arabia does not have a favorite in the US presidential race, and would enjoy strong relations with either Republican Donald Trump or Democrat Kamala Harris, Saudi political commentator Ali Shihabi has said. According to him, the Kingdom’s priority is to use its relationship with Washington to address pressing regional issues, including […]
Riyadh to focus on urban planning at Egypt forum
RIYADH, 4 November: The municipality of Riyadh will take part in the 12th World Urban Forum, organized by the UN Human Settlements Programme in Cairo, from Nov. 4-8. It will showcase the Kingdom’s role in sustainable urban development, aligned with Vision 2030 goals, including urban planning, reducing visual pollution, and enhancing environmental, health, and urban […]
Saudi deputy foreign minister receives Red Cross president
RIYADH, 4 November: Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji received President of the International Committee of the Red Cross Mirjana Spoljaric in Riyadh on Sunday. During the meeting, they reviewed various aspects of joint humanitarian work, the Foreign Ministry wrote on X. The two sides also discussed regional and international developments. Meanwhile, Saudi Deputy Minister […]
Saudi Arabia promotes cultural dialogue as Paris hosts Arab Week
RIYADH, 4 November: Arab Week will open on Monday at the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization headquarters in Paris, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two-day event plays a significant role in advancing Arab and international cultural and civilizational efforts, contributing to the progress of education, culture, and science at both regional and global […]
Israeli position on ceasefire may affect Iran’s response to Israeli attack: President Pezeshkian
Tehran, Nov 4 (IANS) Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Israel’s position on ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon may impact the “type and intensity” of his country’s response to the recent Israeli “aggression” on its territory. He made the remarks at a cabinet meeting while stressing that Iran would in no way let any […]
US Election: Trump raises spectre of rigged polls
New York, Nov 4 (IANS) With one day to go before the election, Donald Trump has raised the spectre of a rigged election accusing the Democrats of trying to steal it. “They are fighting so hard to steal this damn thing”, Trump said on Sunday at a rally in Pennsylvania, referring to moves to extend […]
Cowards: Canadian leader rips into Trudeau, others for not calling Khalistanis by name
Toronto, Nov 4 (IANS) People’s Party of Canada (PPC) leader Maxime Bernier has lambasted Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and opposition leaders Jagmeet Singh and Pierre Poilievre for their responses to attack on Hindus in Brampton. Bernier alleged that the the leaders refrained from identifying the attackers as Khalistani extremists, something that could have offended […]
3 Chinese astronauts return to Earth after spending 192 days at Tiangong space station
Beijing, Nov 4 (IANS) The Shenzhou-18 crew consisting of three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth safely in the early morning on Monday, after completing a six-month mission at Tiangong space station. Shenzhou-18’s return capsule, carrying astronauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu, touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in north China’s Inner Mongolia […]
EAM Jaishankar inaugurates new consulate in Brisbane, strengthening India-Australia ties
Brisbane, Nov 4 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar inaugurated the new Consulate General of India in Brisbane, Australia, on Monday, further solidifying India-Australia relations. Jaishankar, currently on a two-nation tour, will be in Australia until November 7 and will visit Singapore on November 8. He arrived in Brisbane on Sunday. Taking to X, […]
