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Kuwait News Agency
04-08-2025
- Politics
- Kuwait News Agency
Kuwait PM arrives in Saudi Arabia for official visit
diwan NEOM, Saudi Arabia, Aug 4 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and his accompanying delegation arrived on Monday in the city of Neom for an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Upon arrival, His Highness was received by the Saudi Minister of State and Cabinet Member; Prince Turki bin Mohammad bin Fahad bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Saudi Ambassador to Kuwait Prince Sultan bin Saad bin Khaled Al-Saud, Acting Charge d'Affaires at Kuwait's Embassy in Riyadh Hamad Ibrahim Al-Salloum, and Kuwait's Consul General in Jeddah and Permanent Representative to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Yousef Abdullah Al-Tunaib. In a statement upon arrival, His Highness the Prime Minister expressed great pride in visiting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, highlighting the deep-rooted historical ties and bilateral relations between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. He emphasized that the visit represents a valuable opportunity to further strengthen the close relations and continue bilateral consultations on various issues serving the interests of both countries and their peoples. His Highness also praised the policies adopted by the Saudi leadership and government, as well as the Kingdom's prominent regional and international stances. (end) dss His Highness the Prime Minister arrives in Saudi Arabia for official visit His Highness the Prime Minister arrives in Saudi Arabia for official visit
Shafaq News
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraq reopens Syrian border as Al-Qaim remains stable
Shafaq News – Al-Anbar The Iraqi border town of al-Qaim remains stable and under firm control despite rising tensions next door in Syria, a local official said Tuesday, as Iraq reopened the key crossing point between al-Anbar and eastern Syria. Turki Mohammed al-Khalaf, the District Commissioner of al-Qaim, told Shafaq News that security forces are maintaining high readiness across the border zone, emphasizing that 'the town's stability is thanks to close cooperation between local authorities, tribal leaders, and security agencies.' The reassurances come amid violent escalations in southern Syria's Suwayda province, where recent clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups have left over 100 people dead. Al-Qaim, located along a strategic corridor long used by militants and smugglers, was a former ISIS stronghold before being recaptured by Iraqi forces in 2017. The Iraqi government recently reopened the al-Qaim border crossing with Syria, resuming civilian and commercial traffic after several months of closure. Security at the crossing is jointly managed by the Iraqi army, police, and units from the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), who have maintained a presence in the area since the liberation campaign against ISIS.
Jordan News
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Prince Turki Al-Faisal: In a Fairer World, U.S. Bombers Would Target Israel's Nuclear Arsenal Instead of Iran
A recent opinion piece by Prince Turki Al-Faisal, former head of Saudi intelligence, has sparked widespread reactions on social media after he criticized the latest U.S. strike on Iranian nuclear facilities and drew comparisons to Israel's Dimona nuclear reactor. اضافة اعلان In his article published Thursday in The National, Prince Turki wrote: 'In a world governed by justice, we would have seen American B-2 bombers raining bombs on Dimona and other Israeli sites, because Israel possesses a nuclear arsenal, is not a signatory to the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), and is not subject to inspections by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).' He added that those who justify Israeli attacks on Iran based on statements by Iranian leaders calling for Israel's demise tend to overlook statements made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has, since 1996, openly called for the 'overthrow of the Iranian government.' 'Iran's threats have brought ruin upon itself, but the West continues its hypocritical support for Israel—whether in its aggression against Iran or Palestine—despite a recent shift in stance by some countries.' These remarks recall a 2023 interview Prince Turki gave to France 24, where he commented on the possibility of an Israeli strike on Iran, saying: 'Netanyahu doesn't need a pretext. We've been hearing for 15 years about possible Israeli strikes on Iran, but nothing has materialized.' In a related development, Saudi Arabia has expressed 'deep concern' over the latest escalation, issuing an official statement saying it is 'closely monitoring the developments in the Islamic Republic of Iran, particularly the U.S. targeting of nuclear facilities.' The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the 'violation of Iranian sovereignty' and called for restraint, de-escalation, and intensified international efforts toward a political solution that ensures regional security and stability. Earlier, on June 13, Saudi Arabia had issued a similar statement strongly condemning Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear program and the assassination of senior military figures, holding the UN Security Council accountable for halting 'this aggression,' according to the statement. (Agencies)
Shafaq News
31-05-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Crippling local economy: Strategic Iraq-Syria border crossing remains shut
Shafaq News/ The strategic al-Qaim border crossing between Iraq and Syria remains closed, dealing a heavy blow to the economy of Iraq's western border province of al-Anbar, according to local officials who are pressing Baghdad to intervene. Al-Qaim's district administrator, Turki Muhammad Khalaf, told Shafaq News that the crossing is 'completely shut down at the moment, except for trucks carrying wheat as humanitarian aid to Syria.' He warned that 'this ongoing closure has deeply hurt the district's economy, which depends almost entirely on trade through this vital lifeline.' Khalaf said that the final decision to reopen the crossing rests with the Prime Minister's Office, urging the federal government to act quickly and restore trade flows. 'Reopening al-Qaim is crucial to bringing life back to the local economy, which is facing a clear downturn because of the stalled trade with Syria,' he added. The crossing's prolonged closure follows the collapse of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government last December and the subsequent withdrawal of Syrian forces from al-Bukamal, the town opposite al-Qaim on the Syrian side. Only Iraqis returning from Syria have been allowed to cross since. For Iraq, the stakes are high. Al-Qaim crossing has long been a key trade hub, with bilateral commerce exceeding $1B in 2024, according to the Iraqi-Syrian Business Council. Last month, Syria's port and land border authority confirmed that talks to reopen both al-Bukamal and al-Qaim crossings are in advanced stages.
Sharjah 24
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
Iman Turki: Sharjah Children promote Shura values
Promoting the vision of an informed generation Turki emphassed that the workshop is part of the foundation's broader mission to raise a knowledgeable and influential generation. It forms a key part of the preparation for the upcoming 18th session of the Sharjah Children's Shura and is included in a wider series of awareness programs and educational workshops. Fostering parliamentary and personal skills She told 'Sharjah 24' that the workshop aimed to instill parliamentary culture among children by introducing them to the basics of legislative work. In addition, it focused on developing essential personal skills, including effective dialogue, teamwork, and cooperation, which are necessary for participating in official sessions of the Sharjah Children's Parliament for the 2025/2026 term. Inclusive participation from across Sharjah Turki noted that the event drew participants from various regions of the Emirate of Sharjah, reflecting broad community engagement and interest in youth parliamentary education.
