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Arab News
2 days ago
- General
- Arab News
Arafat sermon will reach world's Muslims through 35-language translation initiative
RIYADH: The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and Prophet's Mosque on Thursday launched an initiative to translate this year's Arafat sermon into 35 languages, reaching approximately five million Muslims worldwide during the 1446 AH Hajj season, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, the president of religious affairs, emphasized the presidency's dedication to highlight the Kingdom's leadership in serving Islam and Muslims, particularly those visiting the Two Holy Mosques. Al-Sudais said that transmitting the moderate global message is a cornerstone priority: 'At the forefront of our broadcasting principles is spreading the guidance of the Arafat sermon, which contains the foundations of human and civilizational brotherhood and religious tolerance, translated into 35 languages for this year's Hajj.' Translation preparations were completed early, Al-Sudais said, to project the Kingdom's moderate message worldwide. According to SPA, the presidency established an independent committee to create a standardized framework to maximize the sermon's impact and outcomes.
Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain, Saudi boost integration
TDT | Manama Bahrain and Saudi Arabia are reinforcing efforts to deepen economic integration, as His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met with the Saudi-Bahraini Joint Business Council and H.E. Naif bin Bandar Al-Sudairi, the Saudi Ambassador to Bahrain, at Gudaibiya Palace yesterday. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister praised the Joint Business Council for enhancing bilateral coordination in investment and economic fields, citing its critical role in driving shared development objectives between the two Gulf neighbours. Strategic backing HRH affirmed that the long-standing Bahrain-Saudi partnership continues to be strengthened through the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. The meeting also underscored the strategic backing of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, who supports efforts to fortify regional cooperation and joint investment initiatives. HRH Prince Salman highlighted the pivotal role of the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council in aligning economic priorities and furthering the mutual interests of both nations. H.E. Al-Sudairi expressed appreciation for Bahrain's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and conveyed his best wishes for the Kingdom's continued growth and prosperity. Also present at the meeting were HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, H.E. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, along with several senior officials.
Gulf Today
3 days ago
- Health
- Gulf Today
Conjoined Filipino twin sisters arrive in Riyadh for surgery on Saudi King's invitation
Gulf Today Report Under the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Filipino conjoined twin sisters, Klea and Maurice Ann arrived at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, accompanied by their family, SPA reported. Upon arrival, the twins were transferred to King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital at the Ministry of National Guard for medical assessment and to evaluate the possibility of performing a separation surgery. Adviser at the Royal Court, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), and head of the medical and surgical team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme Dr Abdullah Al Rabeeah expressed his deepest gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Crown Prince for this humanitarian initiative. He stated that the initiative embodies the noble values and firm principles of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in extending aid to those in need, affirming its global leadership in the humanitarian and medical fields. This, he noted, has helped establish the Kingdom's position as an advanced international medical reference. Dr Al Rabeeah also pointed out that the programme is one of the most prominent humanitarian models and a cornerstone of the global relief response, reflecting the Kingdom's principles of mercy and human solidarity without discrimination, in fulfillment of its noble mission to preserve human dignity regardless of color, race, or religion. The family of the Filipino twins expressed their deep gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince for their generous care and warm reception, as well as the comprehensive medical attention they received. They appreciated the vital role of the program and the efforts of the medical and surgical team to ensure the safety of their children. The Saudi Conjoined Twins Program has performed two successful separation surgeries on conjoined twins from the Republic of the Philippines over its 35-year history.
Saudi Gazette
4 days ago
- General
- Saudi Gazette
Islamic Affairs Ministry receives first group of King's guests for Hajj
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance received the first group of guests under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has issued an order to host 2,300 pilgrims from more than 100 countries. The first delegation of guests, who arrived on Wednesday, included 305 pilgrims from 33 countries. Several guests expressed their heartfelt thanks to the Saudi leadership for enabling them to perform Hajj through the program. They also praised the leadership's ongoing commitment to serving Muslims worldwide.
Saudi Gazette
4 days ago
- General
- Saudi Gazette
Islamic Affairs Ministry receives first group of King's guests for Hajj
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance received the first group of guests under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has issued an order to host 2,300 pilgrims from more than 100 countries. The first delegation of guests, who arrived on Wednesday, included 305 pilgrims from 33 countries. Several guests expressed their heartfelt thanks to the Saudi leadership for enabling them to perform Hajj through the program. They also praised the leadership's ongoing commitment to serving Muslims worldwide.
