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Saudi Gazette
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia sends new aid convoy to Gaza
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Six Saudi relief trucks carrying food baskets crossed the Karam Abu Salem border crossing on Monday, heading into the Gaza Strip. The aid was provided by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) as part of the Kingdom's ongoing popular campaign to support the Palestinian people amid worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza. The new aid convoy comes at a time of severe challenges in the territory, where essential supplies remain scarce due to prolonged conflict and restricted access. In parallel, the Saudi Council of Ministers, chaired by King Salman bin Abdulaziz, reiterated its hope that the International High-Level Conference on the Peaceful Resolution of the Palestinian Issue — co-hosted by Saudi Arabia and France — will contribute to accelerating global recognition of the State of Palestine and establishing a consensus-based path toward implementing the two-state solution. The Cabinet also reaffirmed the Kingdom's unwavering belief that achieving security, stability, and prosperity in the region begins with doing justice to the Palestinian people, including their right to establish an independent state along the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. 'This is not just a political position,' the Council stated, 'but a firm conviction that the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state is the true key to lasting peace in the region.'
Arab News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Arab News
Saudi minister urges global backing for Somali stability at OIC meeting in Doha
RIYADH: Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji participated on Monday in the meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Contact Group for Somalia, held in Doha, Qatar. Elkhereiji stressed the need to mobilize greater international support for the security, development and stability of Somalia, the Saudi Press Agency reported. He highlighted the importance of infrastructure and long-term production projects aligned with Somali government priorities, including the development of newly discovered natural resources. He said: 'The Kingdom continues to provide relief and humanitarian aid through KSrelief, reflecting its commitment to supporting the Somali people and advancing relief and development efforts that promote stability and reduce human suffering.' Elkhereiji also reiterated the Kingdom's support for the Somalia-Ethiopia reconciliation talks in Turkiye, calling it a first step toward peace between the two nations. He said the agreement reflects a genuine desire to overcome tensions and build a future of security, stability, and joint development for both nations and the wider organization. Elkhereiji condemned attacks aimed at destabilizing Somalia and disrupting national unity. He emphasized the need for collective efforts to combat extremism, which threatens state security, peaceful coexistence and sustainable development. Elkhereiji also praised Somalia for securing a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2025–2026. He described it as a major diplomatic milestone that reflects growing international confidence in Somalia's role in promoting global peace and security.
Khaleej Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Syrian conjoined twins successfully separated in Saudi after complex 8-hour surgery
Syrian conjoined twins Selin and Elin, aged one year and five months, have been successfully separated after a highly complex surgical procedure in Saudi Arabia. The intricate procedure, which lasted eight continuous hours, was performed by a multidisciplinary team of 24 medical specialists. 'This achievement is a testament to the high calibre of Saudi medical professionals and the Kingdom's humanitarian mission to serve people worldwide," said Dr Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, head of the surgical team and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief). According to Saudi Gazette, the operation took place at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital in King Abdulaziz Medical City, under the Ministry of National Guard in Riyadh. The surgical team included experts in paediatric surgery, anaesthesiology, plastic surgery, and other key fields, ensuring every stage of the procedure was performed with maximum precision and safety. The twins' family expressed heartfelt thanks to King Salman, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the dedicated medical team for the exceptional care their daughters received. This marks the fourth successful separation of conjoined twins from Syria and the 66th surgery completed under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme — a globally recognised initiative that has evaluated 150 cases from 27 countries over the past 35 years. The surgical team included specialists in paediatric surgery, anaesthesiology, plastic surgery, and other critical disciplines, ensuring every stage of the procedure was performed with maximum precision and safety. The procedure took place at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital in King Abdulaziz Medical City, under the Ministry of National Guard in Riyadh. The successful operation also drew praise from Syrian officials. Hussein Abdulaziz, chargé d'affaires at the Syrian Embassy in Riyadh, thanked the Saudi government, KSrelief, and the entire medical team. He highlighted the advanced capabilities of the Kingdom's healthcare system and noted the operation as a powerful symbol of the strong brotherly ties between Saudi Arabia and Syria. This is not the first time Saudi Arabia has extended its advanced medical services to children from abroad. In June last year, a similar procedure was performed on six-month-old Filipino conjoined twins, Akeiza and Aisha. The surgery, which was conducted in five stages over 7.5 hours, had a projected success rate of 70 per cent and was also carried out at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital.
Saudi Gazette
2 days ago
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi surgical team successfully separates Syrian conjoined twins in 8-hour operation
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A specialized Saudi surgical team has successfully separated Syrian conjoined twins Selin and Elin, aged one year and five months, in a complex procedure lasting eight continuous hours. The operation was performed at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital in King Abdulaziz Medical City, under the Ministry of National Guard in Riyadh. Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) and head of the surgical team, confirmed that the operation involved a multidisciplinary medical team of 24 consultants and specialists. The team included experts in pediatric surgery, anesthesiology, plastic surgery, and other key supporting fields, ensuring maximum precision and patient safety at every stage of the procedure. This operation marks the fourth successful separation of conjoined twins from Syria and the 66th procedure under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program, which spans over 35 years and has evaluated 150 cases from 27 countries. The program reflects Saudi Arabia's global leadership in this rare surgical field, backed by the continuous support of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Dr. Al-Rabeeah expressed deep gratitude to the Kingdom's leadership for its unwavering support and commended the surgical team for their skill and dedication. 'This achievement is a testament to the high caliber of Saudi medical professionals and the Kingdom's humanitarian mission to serve people worldwide,' he said, adding that such milestones solidify Saudi Arabia's reputation as an international center of excellence in conjoined twin surgery. Hussein Abdulaziz, chargé d'affaires at the Syrian Embassy in Riyadh, extended his appreciation to the Saudi government, KSrelief, and the medical team. He praised the Kingdom's advanced healthcare system and emphasized the operation as a symbol of the strong fraternal ties between Saudi Arabia and Syria. The family of the twins also conveyed heartfelt thanks to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the exceptional care provided. They expressed their profound gratitude to the Saudi medical team for ensuring the safety and successful separation of their daughters.
Arab News
3 days ago
- Health
- Arab News
Operation to separate Syrian conjoined twins begins in Saudi hospital
RIYADH: A medical team from the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program on Sunday are carrying out an operation to separate Syrian conjoined twin girls in Riyadh. The procedure to separate Celine and Eileen Abdulmunem Al-Shabli is taking place at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital in King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh. Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, who heads the surgical team and is an advisor at the royal court and supervisor general of Saudi aid agency KSrelief, said the twins come from a Syrian family who sought refuge in Lebanon and had arrived in Saudi Arabia last December. Al-Rabeeah said the mother was pregnant with triplets, two conjoined girls and one healthy, non-conjoined boy. On Feb. 28, 2024, the mother gave birth to the triplets in a caesarean section at Rafik Hariri Hospital in Beirut, he said. The twins are now one year and five months old. Their combined weight is 14 kilograms. He explained that the Syrian conjoined twins arrived from Lebanon to Saudi Arabia on Dec. 29, 2024, in cooperation with the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Defense. The Saudi medical teams conducted extensive and accurate examinations of the twins ahead of the operation. The operation is expected take about nine hours, and is being carried out in six stages, with the participation of 24 consultants and specialist doctors.
