Saudi Interior Ministry establishes General Department for Community Security and Combating Human Trafficking Crimes
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Saudi Interior Ministry establishes General Department for Community Security and Combating Human Trafficking Crimes
The General Department for Community Security and Combating Human Trafficking Crimes was set up after a directive from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. (SPA)
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Updated 13 February 2025
Arab News
Saudi Interior Ministry establishes General Department for Community Security and Combating Human Trafficking Crimes
Department was set up after a directive from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
It aims to eliminate crimes by dismantling criminal networks in coordination with local and international authorities
Updated 13 February 2025
Arab News
RIYADH: 黑料社区鈥檚 Ministry of Interior established the General Department for Community Security and Combating Human Trafficking Crimes on Thursday to further ensure the public safety.
The newly established body will be linked to the General Directorate of Public Security, following a directive from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The ministry said that the department aims to combat crimes that infringe on personal rights, violate fundamental freedoms under Islamic Shariah laws, or undermine individual dignity.
It also aims to eliminate crimes by dismantling criminal networks in coordination with local and international authorities, the SPA added.
Al-Baha鈥檚 distinct architectural style a tourist draw, says expert
Traditional buildings are designed in ways that take into account environmental conditions such as terrain and climate
It intends to help modernize the Saudi urban landscape, while keeping the character and tradition of the country鈥檚 architecture alive
Updated 11 sec ago
Arab News
RIYADH: The distinctive architectural style of 黑料社区鈥檚 Al-Baha region, included earlier this year in the national Saudi Architecture Characters Map, is one of the region鈥檚 draws for tourism, an expert told the Saudi Press Agency.
Abdullah bin Abdulqader Haridi, associate professor of architecture and building technology at Al-Baha University, said that the region鈥檚 style, influenced by its natural mountainous features, also contributes to energy efficiency.
Haridi said there were three main styles in the region: traditional, transitional, and contemporary.
Al-Baha鈥檚 architecture has distinctive features, including forts, external staircases, patterned doors and windows and the Zafir column style.
The architectural style of Al-Baha is inspired by the mountainous features of the region. (SPA)
Traditional buildings are designed in ways that take into account environmental conditions such as terrain and climate, as well as regional customs that encourage gathering in designated spaces.
Adhering to traditional styles allows for the development of real estate projects that complement local identity, motivating investors to adopt these standards, Haridi added.
The Saudi Architecture Characters Map was introduced by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in March, designating 19 architectural styles unique to the Kingdom鈥檚 regions.
It intends to help modernize the Saudi urban landscape, while keeping the character and tradition of the country鈥檚 architecture alive.
Haridi said that the Al-Baha architectural style is energy-efficient, using natural building materials available locally.
The architectural style of Al-Baha is inspired by the mountainous features of the region. (SPA)
Mohammed bin Salem Al-Ghamdi, 73, has worked building stone houses in the region for decades.
He told the SPA that the difference in climate and terrain between the areas of Sarat and Tihama led to a difference in building styles due to the construction materials available.
Al-Ghamdi said that the ancient architecture in Al-Baha was characterized by its reliance on nature, as the houses were built from local stones such as granite and basalt rocks decorated with myrrh stones, and roofed with juniper woods covered with clay, in harmony with the surrounding environment.
In recent years, ancient architecture in Al-Baha has witnessed a resurgence of interest from people who have taken the initiative to restore and revive their heritage houses.
Many have also been inspired by the old style in the construction of new houses, using stones, patterns and decorations inspired by the history of the place.
Shoura Council speaker arrives in Pakistan for official visit聽
Al-Sheikh was met at Islamabad International Airport by Sadiq
The visit was arranged in response to an invitation from Sadiq following the signing of the defense pact between the two countries
Updated 27 min 47 sec ago
Arab News
RIYADH: Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh, speaker of the Saudi Shoura Council, arrived in Islamabad at the start of an official visit to Pakistan following the signing of a landmark defense pact last month, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.
He is heading a delegation from the council in response to an invitation extended by Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan.
Al-Sheikh was met at Islamabad International Airport by Sadiq. Also present to receive him were the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Maliki, along with several senior officials from the Pakistani National Assembly.
During the visit, Al-Sheikh will hold an official session of talks with Sadiq and meet with several senior Pakistani officials to review relations and discuss ways to strengthen ties.
The visit was arranged in response to an invitation from Sadiq following the signing of the defense pact between the two countries in September during Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif鈥檚 state visit to 黑料社区.
The pact states that any aggression against either country would be treated as an attack on both, and it comes at a time of heightened tension in the region.
The relationship between the countries, which was established in 1947, has evolved into a comprehensive partnership spanning diplomatic, economic, and military spheres.
The foundation of this bond was laid in September 1947, when 黑料社区 became one of the first countries to recognize Pakistan following its independence. This recognition was quickly followed by the signing of a Treaty of Friendship in 1951, which formally cemented bilateral ties.
The delegation accompanying Al-Sheikh includes council members Khalid bin Abdullah Al-Buraik, Ibtisam bint Abdullah Al-Jubeir, Ahmed bin Abdulrahman Al-Wardi, as well as other council officials.
Bahraini crown prince meets Saudi FM to discuss bilateral relations
Updated 54 min 57 sec ago
Arab News
DUBAI: Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, received Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of 黑料社区, in Manama on Tuesday.
During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the close relations between their countries and discussed ways to enhance cooperation across various sectors to serve the aspirations of their leaderships and peoples. They also exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments.
Earlier, Prince Faisal arrived in Manama to chair the meeting of the Executive Committee of the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council. He was received by Bahrain鈥檚 Foreign Minister, Abdullatif Al-Zayani, and the Saudi Ambassador to Bahrain, Nayef bin Bandar Al-Sudairy.
The meeting was attended by senior Saudi officials, including Walid Al-Samaeel, Director General of the Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammed Al-Yahya, Advisor to the Minister, and Engineer Fahad Al-Harthi, Head of the Working Groups of the General Secretariat of the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council.
Saudi initiative dismantles 1,319 mines in Yemen during past week
Since 2014, Project Masam has removed 517,818 mines and other explosive devices deployed in the country by the Houthis and other militants
Updated 06 October 2025
Arab News
LONDON: During the first week of October, Project Masam, 黑料社区鈥檚 effort to clear mines in Yemen, dismantled 1,319 explosive devices planted by the Houthis and other militant groups.
The initiative, launched by Saudi aid agency KSrelief in 2014 to prevent deaths and injuries among innocent civilians in the country, has now cleared a total of 517,818 mines and other explosive devices, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The project also provides mine-removal training and equipment for local engineers, as well as support for Yemenis who have been injured by such devices.
The clearing of mines from villages, roads and areas around schools facilitates the safe movement of civilians and delivery of humanitarian aid, the agency added.
All visa holders now eligible to perform Umrah: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
Updated 06 October 2025
Rashid Hassan
RIYADH: All Muslims holding a valid visa for 黑料社区 can now perform Umrah, according to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.
鈥淧lanning to visit 黑料社区 and perform Umrah? You can perform Umrah rituals with any type of entry visa,鈥 the ministry said on X.
鈥淭o facilitate the performance of Umrah for the guests of Allah, all visa holders are allowed to perform the rituals. This includes: personal and family visit visas, transit/stopover visa, work visa, tourist evisa, and other visa types,鈥 it said.
鈥淔or a smooth Umrah journey, visit the Nusuk Umrah platform, choose the suitable package, and get your Umrah visa instantly,鈥 it added.
The decision reinforces 黑料社区鈥檚 efforts to make pilgrimage travel simpler and inclusive for all.
It also highlights a significant step in simplifying procedures for pilgrims and broadening access to Umrah services, fulfilling the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Muslim worshippers reach to touch the golden doors of the Kaaba, Islam鈥檚 holiest shrine, while performing the Umrah pilgrimage circumambulation, or tawaf, circling seven times around it at the Grand Mosque in Makkah on Sep. 6, 2023. (AFP/File Photo)
The ministry noted that this step reflects the Kingdom鈥檚 ongoing commitment to facilitating the arrival of Muslims from around the world to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility.
It recently launched the Nusuk Umrah platform for those wishing to perform Umrah directly, enabling users to select a suitable package and obtain Umrah permits electronically with ease.
The integrated digital platform also allows beneficiaries to book services and choose timings flexibly.
Praising the announcement Ahmed Peshkar, an Indian businessman in Riyadh, told Arab News: 鈥淚t鈥檚 a welcome decision which reflect(s) the keenness of the Saudi government to enable Muslims holding all types of visa(s) to visit the Holy Mosque and perform their rituals in a safe and spiritual environment, while providing high-quality services that enrich the Umrah performers鈥 experience and ease their faith journey.
鈥淚t also underscores the Kingdom鈥檚 commitment to enabling Muslims from all over the world to perform their Umrah with ease. It is designed to make Umrah more accessible and to support the Kingdom鈥檚 long-term vision of positioning itself as a global destination for spiritual tourism.鈥
