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Saudi Gazette
11 hours ago
- Saudi Gazette
Iranian consul general commends Saudi Arabia for ensuring smooth departure of pilgrims
Saudi Gazette report ARAR — Iranian Consul General in Jeddah Hassan Zarnegar praised the excellent organization and the best facilities and services provided to Iranian Hajj pilgrims during their departure through Arar Airport and the Jadidat Arar border crossing. The consul general stressed that the smooth procedures that he observed all throughout the pilgrims' return journey reflect the Kingdom and its leadership's keenness and care for the pilgrims, and highlight the continuous attention given to pilgrims from all countries. 'The streamlined procedures from the moment pilgrims disembarked the aircraft, to the swift passport processing, and the well-organized transfer to the border crossing by bus, demonstrate efficiency in managing pilgrim affairs,' he said adding that the services provided to Iranian pilgrims confirm the Kingdom's steadfast approach in respecting nations. Zarnegar also highlighted that relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran are based on religious and neighborly ties, noting that the care extended to Iranian pilgrims is not surprising in light of this spirit of brotherhood. On behalf of himself and the Iranian ambassador to the Kingdom, the consul general expressed gratitude and appreciation to the Kingdom's leadership for the care and attention given to Iranian pilgrims as part of an integrated system.
Arab News
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Arab News
Iranian consul general commends Saudi Arabia for smooth pilgrim departure
RIYADH: Consul General of Iran in Jeddah Hassan Zarnegar praised the organization and facilities provided to Iranian pilgrims during their departure via Arar airport and the Jadidat Arar border crossing in the Northern Borders region. He said the smooth procedures reflect the care for pilgrims by the Kingdom and its leadership, and demonstrate attention to pilgrims from all countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. Zarnegar added: 'The streamlined procedures — from disembarkation and swift passport processing to organized bus transfers — reflect efficient pilgrim management.' He said that the services provided to Iranian pilgrims confirm the Kingdom's consistent respect for all nations. He added that Saudi-Iranian relations are rooted in religious and neighborly ties, and the care shown to Iranian pilgrims reflects this spirit of brotherhood. On behalf of himself and the Iranian ambassador, Zarnegar expressed gratitude to the Saudi leadership for their care and support, provided as part of an integrated system. Meanwhile, Director General of the Border Guards Maj. Gen. Shaya Al-Wadaani inspected the work of personnel at the Jadidat Arar border crossing and monitored services supporting pilgrims' departure after Hajj. Al-Wadaani reviewed the procedures facilitating Iranian pilgrims' exit, following directives from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to ensure proper services and support. He confirmed that the Border Guard has mobilized all resources, in coordination with relevant authorities, to deliver the best services and ensure a smooth departure process.
Asharq Al-Awsat
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Iranian Consul General Commends Saudi Arabia for Ensuring Smooth Departure for Iranian Pilgrims
Iran's Consul General in Jeddah Hassan Zarnegar praised the level of organization and the facilities provided to Iranian pilgrims during their departure through Arar Airport and the Jadidat Arar border crossing. He stressed that the smooth procedures he observed reflect the Kingdom and its leadership's care for pilgrims, and highlight the continuous attention given to pilgrims from all countries. 'The streamlined procedures from the moment pilgrims disembarked the aircraft, to the swift passport processing, and the well-organized transfer to the border crossing by bus, demonstrate efficiency in managing pilgrim affairs,' he was quoted by SPA as saying, adding that the services provided to Iranian pilgrims confirm the Kingdom's steadfast approach in respecting nations. He also highlighted that relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Iran are based on religious and neighborly ties, noting that the care extended to Iranian pilgrims is not surprising in light of this spirit of brotherhood. On behalf of himself and the Iranian ambassador to the Kingdom, he expressed gratitude and appreciation to the Kingdom's leadership for the care and attention given to Iranian pilgrims as part of an integrated system.
