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RIYADH: Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman called Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. 

During the call, Prince Khalid affirmed the Kingdom’s full support for Qatar, and its condemnation of “the blatant Israeli attack” on the country, which “constitutes a criminal act and a flagrant violation of international laws and norms.”

Israel attempted to kill the political leaders of Hamas with an airstrike on Qatar on Tuesday. The attack drew condemnation from ��������, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan and the European Union.

RIYADH: Misk Art Institute, a subsidiary of Misk Foundation, has announced the 10th edition of the Masaha Residency program, which runs from Sept. 14 to Dec. 11, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.

Under the theme “At the Edge of Knowing,” the initiative provides a dynamic space for creative experimentation and interdisciplinary artistic exchange.

Focusing on diverse knowledge systems and cultural narratives, the residency supports artists exploring alternative perspectives, engaging with layered truths, and contributing to new narratives rooted in contemporary experience.

Reem Al-Sultan, the institute’s CEO, said: “By nurturing creative artists and cultivating space for exploration and dialogue, we empower the next generation and support the Kingdom’s vision of a vibrant, culturally engaged society.”

Spanning 13 weeks, the program offers studios, weekly mentorship, critique sessions, workshops, studio visits, and opportunities for audience engagement.

As one of Misk Art Institute’s flagship programs, Masaha Residency nurtures the contemporary art ecosystem, fosters experimentation, and builds sustainable artistic networks locally and regionally.

Since its inception, the residency has supported more than 100 artists, providing space for research, critical inquiry, and sustained creative practice.

Previous editions explored themes such as technology, storytelling, and collective memory, the SPA reported.

Organized in collaboration with Banque Saudi Fransi, the 10th edition invites artists to examine boundaries, truth and hidden narratives, contributing to the evolution of local and regional art scenes.