Month: August 2024

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) on Wednesday distributed 1,100 food baskets in Shendi locality in the Republic of Sudan’s River Nile State, benefiting 6,325 individuals from displaced and needy families affected by floods and rains. The assistance is part of the second phase of the food security support project in Sudan this year.

The project is part of the humanitarian and relief efforts provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through KSrelief to many needy and affected countries and peoples worldwide.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Jenin – Ma’an – The occupation forces continue their aggression and continuous storming of the city and camp of Jenin for the fourth consecutive day.

The number of martyrs during the ongoing aggression on the city and camp of Jenin rose to 12 martyrs, the last of whom was the elderly Tawfiq Ahmed Qandil, 82 years old, who was killed by the occupation forces’ bullets yesterday evening in the eastern region of Jenin.

Meanwhile, the number of martyrs in the recent aggression in Jenin, Tulkarm and Tubas rose to 20 martyrs.

The occupation forces bulldozed several neighborhoods in the eastern region of Jenin, destroying streets, electricity and water lines, which led to a water and electricity outage in large areas in Jenin and the camp.

The occupation bulldozers razed the main entrance leading to the eastern neighborhood in the city of Jenin and demolished the wall and gate of the only cemetery in the neighborhood.

Source: Maan News Agency

Nablus – Ma’an – Citizens confronted settler attacks on their homes in the village of Qusra, south of Nablus, on Saturday.

Human rights activist Fouad Hassan reported that clashes erupted after settlers attempted to attack citizens’ homes in Qusra, where they come in groups.

He added that a large-scale attack was being carried out by settlers against the village, amid heavy gunfire towards the residents.

The village witnesses weekly confrontations between citizens and settlers, who confront settlers’ attempts to attack citizens’ homes and property.

Source: Maan News Agency

Salfit – Ma’an – Israeli occupation forces stormed the home of Ayman Hammad in the village of Marda, north of Salfit, on Saturday evening, and severely beat the family members.

Citizens explained that the occupation forces stormed the Hammad family home, and during that time assaulted the young man Muhammad by severely beating him all over his body, which led to him suffering bruises, in addition to pushing and insulting the rest of the family members, and firing live bullets in the air, without knowing the reasons.

Source: Maan News Agency

Search and rescue teams from the Border Guard in Yanbu, Madinah region, have rescued a child from drowning while swimming. The child was given first aid and transported to the hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition.

The General Directorate of Border Guard urges the public to adhere to maritime safety guidelines and instructions, keep a close watch on children while swimming in designated areas, and call 911 in Makkah and Eastern regions or 994 in the rest of the Kingdom in case of emergency.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host the 41st edition of the Asian Racing Conference (ARC) in 2026. The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia will receive the flag from the Japan Racing Association (JRA) during the 40th edition, which will be held in Sapporo, Japan, from August 27 to September 1.

The biennial ARC is a globally renowned event in the horse racing industry, attracting owners and leading experts from around the world. This conference plays a significant role in shaping global and regional agendas for the continuous advancement of the industry.

On this occasion, Chairman of the Saudi Equestrian Federation and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Horse Racing Club, Prince Bandar bin Khalid Al-Faisal, stated: “With the generous support and patronage of the wise leadership, the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia is pleased to welcome the guests of the 41st Asian Racing Conference to Saudi Arabia in two years.” He added, “The deep connection with the sport of horse racing is part of our national identity, an
d the heritage of horses, their position in our history, and their role in our future are deeply rooted in Saudi heritage and culture.”

Prince Bandar continued, “If Japan is the starting point of the ARC, then the Arabian Peninsula is the origin from which the foundations of the modern horse originated hundreds of years ago through the purebred Arabian horse.” He expressed his gratitude to the Asian Federation for this opportunity, through which the Kingdom will work to present this prestigious event at the level it deserves in Riyadh.

The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia expects to host approximately 1,000 participants from around the world during the upcoming conference. This reflects the size of the event, the importance of its role in developing and enhancing this industry, and confirms the Kingdom’s leading position as a major destination in the field of horse racing in the Middle East and the world.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

HEBRON – Ma’an – Groups of settlers attacked citizens’ vehicles tonight as they were passing on the main road near the “Karmei Tzur” settlement north of Hebron, causing a public vehicle to swerve and crash on the road.

According to local sources, the settlers threw stones at the vehicles, which led to the shattering of the windows of a number of vehicles, including a public vehicle, whose driver tried to escape from the settlers’ stones, which led to its collision and destruction on the road.

Source: Maan News Agency

Under the patronage of Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Theater and Performing Arts Commission Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, the Music Commission is organizing the “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” concert on September 28, at the historic Westminster Central Hall in the heart of London. This event is part of the Commission’s efforts to enhance the presence of Saudi culture and arts on the international stage.

The “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” concert in London marks the fourth stop in the global tour of the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir. Following stellar performances at ThStre du CStelet in Paris, Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, and the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center in New York, the Saudi Music Commission aims to continue achieving significant success by organizing the “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” concert.

The Saudi National Orchestra and Choir will perform alongside the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in an evening extravaganza of intercultural collaboration. The orchestras wil
l perform both traditional Saudi songs and British classical compositions, showcasing the musical heritage and cultural diversity of Saudi Arabia.

The “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” initiative aims to enhance the presence of Saudi arts on the global stage and reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting arts and culture in all their forms. It also underscores the Commission’s dedication to promoting international cultural exchange as one of the objectives of the Saudi National Culture Strategy, under the umbrella of Saudi Vision 2030.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

HEBRON – Ma’an – The Israeli occupation forces tightened their isolation of the city of Hebron from its surroundings on Saturday evening, closing all roads leading to the main streets with iron gates, cement blocks and earthen barriers.

The occupation forces stormed several neighborhoods in the city of Hebron, and their presence was concentrated during the morning hours in the areas of Jabal Abu Rumman and Wadi al-Hariyah, and during that they raided several homes of the Abu Afifa and Marqa families, and blew up a room in one of the homes.

The occupation authorities accuse the two young men, Zahdi Nidal Abu Afifa and Muhammad Ihsan Marqa, of carrying out a double operation by blowing up two cars. The first took place at a gas station in the Gush Etzion area and the second at the entrance to the Karmi Tzur settlement north of Hebron, shortly before midnight last night. They were martyred by the bullets of the occupation soldiers.

The occupation forces also closed the Ibrahimi Mosque to worshippers, and it w
as reopened this afternoon.

Source: Maan News Agency

The CEO of the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Natural Reserve Development Authority (ITBA), Eng. Mohammed Al-Shaalan, has announced the upcoming “Darb Zubaydah Winter” festival, set to begin in November 2024. This announcement was made during the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition.

This year’s festival will introduce a new feature: hunting with firearms will be allowed within the North Reserve for Sustainable Hunting for the first time. The reserve will offer state-of-the-art shooting ranges, providing a unique experience for hunting enthusiasts and meeting their expectations for this tourist season.

The North Reserve, spanning up to 2,000 square kilometers, boasts comprehensive services and modern facilities. Eng. Al-Shaalan highlighted that the introduction of firearm hunting and advanced shooting ranges will elevate the visitor experience and solidify the reserve’s reputation as a premier destination for hunting aficionados. This addition aligns with the cultural significance of h
unting in the region.

The festival will take place across three regions: Lina in the Northern Borders, Quba in Qassim, and Turabah in Hail, each offering diverse experiences for attendees.

Source: Saudi Press Agency