RIYADH: șÚÁÏÉçÇűâs King Salman on Monday said the Kingdom was âfollowing with care and concernâ the deadly forest fires in Algeria and the loss of lives incurred, during a phone call to Algerian President Abdelmadjid TebbouneÂ
The king said he had directed the government to quickly support Algeria and provide assistance in its efforts to combat the wildfires that have spread across the north of the country.
The Algerian president expressed his deep thanks and appreciation to the king for his efforts to help the Algerian people.
The king also directed the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) to send urgent humanitarian aid to help those affected.
More than 90 people, including 33 soldiers, have been killed in several wildfires since Aug. 9.
The Kingdomâs Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed âdeep sadness and sorrowâ over the fires and âthe human and material losses caused.â
It also offered its âsincere condolences and sympathy to the Algerian government and people.â
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan had also stressed the Kingdomâs support during a call with his Algerian counterpart, Ramtane Lamamra, on Thursday.
Saudi king directs support for Algeria to help fight fires
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Updated 17 August 2021
Saudi king directs support for Algeria to help fight fires

- King Salman directed KSrelief to send urgent humanitarian aid to help those affected
- Foreign ministry expresses âdeep sadness and sorrowâ over the fires, loss of lives