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Saudi, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss Gaza crisis on sidelines of OIC meeting

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Monday met with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Mohammed Hussein on the sidelines of an OIC meeting in Jeddah. (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Monday met with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Mohammed Hussein on the sidelines of an OIC meeting in Jeddah. (SPA)
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Saudi, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss Gaza crisis on sidelines of OIC meeting

Saudi, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss Gaza crisis on sidelines of OIC meeting

JEDDAH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Monday met with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Mohammed Hussein on the sidelines of the 21st Extraordinary Session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Council of Foreign Ministers in Jeddah, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The two sides discussed the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people, reviewed Saudi-Iraqi relations, and exchanged views on regional developments, particularly the situation in Gaza and efforts to address the humanitarian crisis.

Earlier on Monday during the OIC meeting, Prince Faisal said that Israel's continued violations in the enclave were聽undermining聽international efforts to achieve a two-state solution.


Environment Ministry app aims to bolster agricultural sector

Environment Ministry app aims to bolster agricultural sector
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Environment Ministry app aims to bolster agricultural sector

Environment Ministry app aims to bolster agricultural sector
  • Smart agricultural guide 鈥 Murshiduk Al-Zira鈥檌 鈥 delivers swift technical assistance to those working in the agricultural sector
  • Digital platform offers immediate consultation services connecting farmers, landholders and members of the public directly with 441 accredited specialists

RIYADH: 黑料社区鈥檚 Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has launched an app as part of its 鈥淲ith You Always鈥 campaign to provide nationwide support to farmers.

The smart agricultural guide 鈥 Murshiduk Al-Zira鈥檌 鈥 delivers swift technical assistance to those working in the agricultural sector, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The digital platform offers immediate consultation services connecting farmers, landholders and members of the public directly with 441 accredited specialists across diverse agricultural disciplines.

Users can receive expert guidance on a range of topics, from initial land preparation through to final harvest operations.

The ministry said the initiative directly supported Vision 2030鈥檚 objectives for agricultural modernization, economic diversification and sustainable sector development.

By offering scientifically validated guidance, the app aims to reduce dependence on non-evidence-based farming practices while enabling data-driven decisions that enhance productivity, minimize operational costs and prevent cultivation errors.

The app has already won multiple awards including the Digital Government Award (Best Arabic Application) and the UN Award for Sustainable Development, as well as attaining the internationally recognized ISO quality certification.

Additional functions include weather condition alerts sourced directly from the National Center of Meteorology, live-streamed guidance sessions and publication of educational articles and informational resources. There are also detailed soil and water analysis reports to optimize irrigation and fertilization practices.

The ministry said the app embodied the 鈥淲ith You Always鈥 campaign, which is committed to providing continuous support through the agricultural cycle.

It is available free of charge on both iOS and Android devices and everyone working in the agriculture sector is encouraged to download it.


New school year readiness reviewed in ministerial meetings聽

New school year readiness reviewed in ministerial meetings聽
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New school year readiness reviewed in ministerial meetings聽

New school year readiness reviewed in ministerial meetings聽
  • Prince Saud bin Mishal reviewed the ministry鈥檚 regional plans to enhance education and strengthen student skills in academic and technological fields
  • Prince Saud bin Mishal also received updates on local education departments鈥 readiness for the new academic year

JEDDAH: Makkah Deputy Gov. Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz met Education Minister Yousef Al-Benyan in Jeddah on Monday to discuss educational advancement initiatives.

Prince Saud reviewed the ministry鈥檚 regional plans to enhance education and strengthen student skills in academic and technological fields. He also received updates on local education departments鈥 readiness for the new academic year.

Also on Monday, Jeddah Gov. Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi met the minister to discuss educational projects in the governorate.

Both officials reviewed the ministry鈥檚 plans to develop educational processes and the broader education system. The Jeddah governor praised national leadership support and ministerial efforts to improve the quality of education.


KSrelief distributes 1,500 food parcels in Sudan鈥檚 White Nile

KSrelief distributes 1,500 food parcels in Sudan鈥檚 White Nile
Updated 25 August 2025

KSrelief distributes 1,500 food parcels in Sudan鈥檚 White Nile

KSrelief distributes 1,500 food parcels in Sudan鈥檚 White Nile
  • The initiative is a part of KSrelief鈥檚 broader aid support for vulnerable communities worldwide

RIYADH: The Kingdom鈥檚 aid agency KSrelief distributed 1,500 food parcels in Sudan鈥檚 White Nile state on Sunday, benefitting 9,750 people.

This assistance is the third phase of KSrelief鈥檚 2025 Food Security Support Project in the Republic of Sudan, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

The initiative is a part of KSrelief鈥檚 broader aid support for vulnerable communities worldwide.

The agency has also provided aid for people in Gaza, Yemen and Pakistan.


Saudi FM says Israeli violations undermine efforts for two-state solution

Saudi FM says Israeli violations undermine efforts for two-state solution
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Saudi FM says Israeli violations undermine efforts for two-state solution

Saudi FM says Israeli violations undermine efforts for two-state solution
  • Prince Faisal reiterated the Kingdom's unwavering support for the creation of a Palestinian state聽on the 1967聽borders
  • The remarks were made during an emergency ministerial meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said Monday that Israel's continued violations undermine international efforts to achieve a two-state solution. 

The minister said more countries are joining an international push by the Kingdom to recognize Palestinian statehood.  

鈥淭he number of countries that have decided to recognize a Palestinian state is steadily increasing,鈥 Prince Faisal said.

His remarks were made during an emergency ministerial meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held to discuss the ongoing Israeli aggression against Palestinians.

Prince Faisal reiterated the Kingdom's unwavering support for the creation of a Palestinian state on the 1967 borders. 

He also said 黑料社区 called for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and urged the international community to end Israeli occupation. 

The minister said countries who are still hesitant to condemn Israel's crimes should review their stance. 

 

 


Record sightings of seabirds, large marine animals on Saudi coasts

Record sightings of seabirds, large marine animals on Saudi coasts
Updated 25 August 2025

Record sightings of seabirds, large marine animals on Saudi coasts

Record sightings of seabirds, large marine animals on Saudi coasts
  • 84,516 birds, 1,219 marine animals along Red Sea, Arabian Gulf
  • National Center for Wildlife reports on efforts to boost diversity

RIYADH: Wildlife researchers have reported record sightings of seabirds and large marine animals along the Kingdom鈥檚 coasts this year, according to a report of the National Center for Wildlife carried by the Saudi Press Agency.

The NWC report stated that researchers have documented 84,516 seabirds in total. There were 50,356 sighted along the eastern coast of the Arabian Gulf, and 34,160, representing 63 species, along the Red Sea鈥檚 western coast.

The NCW also identified 39 key sites for bird migration and breeding, five of which are officially recognized by BirdLife International as critical areas for biodiversity, the SPA reported on Sunday.

Researchers have documented 84,516 seabirds in borth eastern and western coasts of 黑料社区. (SPA)

The center also recorded exceptional sightings of 1,219 large marine animals, 159 on the east coast and 1,060 on the west coast.

The findings are a part of the NCW鈥檚 field monitoring and exploration programs in the Kingdom鈥檚 marine and coastal environments.

鈥淭he results highlight 黑料社区鈥檚 ongoing commitment to protecting biodiversity and preserving marine and coastal ecosystems, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 and its goals for sustainable development,鈥 the NCW stated.

The NCW added that the findings reinforce the Kingdom鈥檚 biodiversity database. And strengthen efforts to ensure the sustainable management of environmental resources, support eco-tourism, and raise environmental awareness.