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Saudi Gazette
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Dr. Al-Rabeeah meets chiefs of UNICEF, UNDP and UNFPA in Brussels
Saudi Gazette report BRUSSELS — King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) Supervisor General Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah held separate meetings with the top officials of UNICEF, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Brussels on Wednesday. The meetings were held on the sidelines of the European Humanitarian Forum. During the meeting, Al-Rabeeah discussed with Executive Director of UNICEF Catherine Russell humanitarian and relief efforts focused on supporting children worldwide. On his part, Russell underscored UNICEF's pride in its partnership with KSrelief, noting that this collaboration has made it possible to reach and assist millions of vulnerable children across the globe. The KSrelief chief also met with UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem. They discussed topics of common interest related to relief and humanitarian issues. Kanem praised KSrelief's humanitarian efforts and its unwavering commitment to supporting and assisting communities and countries in need worldwide. During their meeting, Dr. Al-Rabeeah and UNDP Administrator Achim Steiner discussed topics of mutual interest related to relief and humanitarian efforts and ways to strengthen cooperation between the two sides. Steiner praised the Kingdom's active humanitarian role on the international stage, highlighting KSrelief's efforts in alleviating the suffering of those in need and affected populations around the world.
Saudi Gazette
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
KSrelief chief urges stronger response to Middle East crises
Saudi Gazette report BRUSSELS — The Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, praised international recognition of Saudi Arabia's pivotal role in addressing humanitarian crises, particularly its efforts in lifting sanctions on Syria — actions that helped pave the way for improved humanitarian access and a positive response from the United States. Dr. Al-Rabeeah made the remarks on Wednesday during his participation in the European Humanitarian Forum 2025 in Brussels, speaking at a seminar titled 'Crises in the Middle East: The Challenge of Protecting Lives and Respecting International Humanitarian Law.' In his address, he expressed appreciation for the European Commission's focus on global humanitarian crises, especially in the Middle East, where conflicts have created immense suffering. He cited figures from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), noting that over 65 million people in the region currently need humanitarian assistance, with less than 30% of response plans funded. He emphasized that the Middle East faces one of the world's worst displacement crises, with more than 28 million people forcibly displaced. Al-Rabeeah pointed to countries such as Yemen, Syria, Sudan, Lebanon, and Palestine as the epicenters of escalating humanitarian emergencies fueled by violence and instability. 'These crises are robbing children of their futures and leading to the premature deaths of thousands,' he said, stressing the urgent global needs related to food security, water and sanitation, healthcare, shelter, and education. He also highlighted operational challenges, including threats to humanitarian workers, misinformation in needs assessments, and the destruction or looting of relief supplies. Al-Rabeeah reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's unwavering commitment to humanitarian principles, stating, 'Our mission is to extend help without discrimination, and to continue playing a leading role in promoting humanitarian action globally.'
Saudi Gazette
07-05-2025
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Surgical separation of Egyptian parasitic twin successful
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The surgical separation of Egyptian parasitic twin Mohammed Abdulrahman Juma was successful. The Saudi medical and surgical team, led by Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, carried out the surgery. It took eight hours to complete the complex surgical procedure held in six stages at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital in King Abdulaziz Medical City of the National Guard in Riyadh. As many as 26 consultants, specialists, nursing and technical staff from the specialties of anesthesia, neurosurgery, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, and other supporting specialties participated in the operation. The eight-month old parasitic twin arrived in the Kingdom in March. Upon admission to the hospital, the medical team conducted diagnostic tests that revealed the parasitic twin was attached to Mohammed's back through the lower chest, abdomen, and pelvis. Al-Rabeeah noted that the parasitic twin was separated from the child, Mohammed, as expected before the operation. He said that it had no chance of survival due to the absence of vital organs such as the heart and head, coupled with severe defects that cannot be corrected. This was in addition to the underdevelopment of the kidneys, urinary and reproductive systems, and the presence of severe intestinal deficiencies. He noted that this information was known before the operation and was explained to the child's parents. Dr. Al-Rabeeah thanked Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for their unlimited support to the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program, stressing that these medical successes represent a shining example of the Kingdom's presence on the international arena as a pioneering country in charitable and humanitarian work. Al Rabeeah said that this operation marks the 63rd procedure performed under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program, which has reviewed 149 cases from 27 countries since its inception in 1990. He underscored the program's commitment to advancing its expertise and treatment protocols while sharing this knowledge with medical professionals both domestically and internationally. This initiative aims to expand the program's humanitarian impact and further solidify the Kingdom's position as a global leader in the separation of conjoined twins and other critical medical fields.
Zawya
29-04-2025
- General
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia's aid tops $134bln across 172 countries
LONDON — Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah said that Saudi Arabia has provided over $134 billion in aid to 172 countries during the period between 1996 and 2025. Addressing a meeting with members of the UK House of Lords in the United Kingdom's parliament in London on Monday, he noted that KSrelief was established on May 13, 2015 as a generous initiative by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman to serve as a specialized entity delivering diverse humanitarian and relief programs. 'The KSrelief has implemented 3,400 projects in 107 countries, with a total value of some $8 billion, covering vital sectors such as food security, education, health, protection, nutrition, water and sanitation, and other essential areas to address humanitarian needs worldwide,' he said. Dr. Al-Rabeeah pointed out that the center has carried out 1,089 projects specifically dedicated to women worldwide, with a total value exceeding $868 million, and 1,029 projects focused on children, worth over $1 billion, benefiting more than 219 million children. The KSrelief chief highlighted that the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program, a globally unique initiative that receives conjoined and parasitic twins from around the world and covers all expenses related to their separation surgeries, medical care, and post-operative rehabilitation. Since its inception in 1990, the program has evaluated 149 cases from 27 countries and successfully performed 62 separation surgeries. Regarding refugees in the Kingdom, Dr. Al-Rabeeah noted that Saudi Arabia is among the leading host countries, referring to refugees as "visitors," with a total of 1,095,029 individuals from Yemen, Syria, and Myanmar. The Kingdom grants them the right to work and provides free healthcare and education in public schools. Members of the House of Lords praised Saudi Arabia's humanitarian and relief efforts through KSrelief, recognizing its role in supporting global humanitarian initiative and alleviating the suffering of vulnerable and affected populations worldwide. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
29-04-2025
- General
- Saudi Gazette
Dr. Al-Rabeeah at UK House of Lords: Saudi Arabia provides $134 billion in aid to 172 countries in 30 years
Saudi Gazette report LONDON — Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah said that Saudi Arabia has provided over $134 billion in aid to 172 countries during the period between 1996 and 2025. Addressing a meeting with members of the UK House of Lords in the United Kingdom's parliament in London on Monday, he noted that KSrelief was established on May 13, 2015 as a generous initiative by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman to serve as a specialized entity delivering diverse humanitarian and relief programs. 'The KSrelief has implemented 3,400 projects in 107 countries, with a total value of some $8 billion, covering vital sectors such as food security, education, health, protection, nutrition, water and sanitation, and other essential areas to address humanitarian needs worldwide,' he said. Dr. Al-Rabeeah pointed out that the center has carried out 1,089 projects specifically dedicated to women worldwide, with a total value exceeding $868 million, and 1,029 projects focused on children, worth over $1 billion, benefiting more than 219 million children. The KSrelief chief highlighted that the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program, a globally unique initiative that receives conjoined and parasitic twins from around the world and covers all expenses related to their separation surgeries, medical care, and post-operative rehabilitation. Since its inception in 1990, the program has evaluated 149 cases from 27 countries and successfully performed 62 separation surgeries. Regarding refugees in the Kingdom, Dr. Al-Rabeeah noted that Saudi Arabia is among the leading host countries, referring to refugees as "visitors," with a total of 1,095,029 individuals from Yemen, Syria, and Myanmar. The Kingdom grants them the right to work and provides free healthcare and education in public schools. Members of the House of Lords praised Saudi Arabia's humanitarian and relief efforts through KSrelief, recognizing its role in supporting global humanitarian initiative and alleviating the suffering of vulnerable and affected populations worldwide.
