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Polish Pilgrims Honored in Farewell Event by Ministry of Islamic Affairs
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article celebrates Saudi Arabia’s cultural diplomacy and spiritual hospitality through a farewell ceremony in Warsaw for Polish pilgrims. Held on May 24, 2025, the event reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to…
72-Year-Old Sarah’s Lifelong Hajj Dream Realized via Makkah Route
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article tells the moving story of 72-year-old Sarah Watra from Côte d’Ivoire, whose dream of performing Hajj finally came true through Saudi Arabia’s Makkah Route Initiative. It captures how Vision…
Darb Zubaydah Stands as a Symbol of Islamic Heritage in the Desert
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article explores the rich heritage and engineering brilliance of Darb Zubaydah, a historical Hajj route that once connected Kufa in Iraq to Makkah through Northern Saudi Arabia. As of May…
Saudi Women Spearhead Morocco’s Makkah Route to Aid Hajj Pilgrims
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the inspiring contributions of Saudi women professionals from the Ministry of Interior as part of the Makkah Route Initiative in Morocco. Their role in facilitating the Hajj journey…
King Salman Orders Hosting of 1,300 Pilgrims from 100 Countries for Hajj 1446
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article celebrates the royal directive by King Salman to host 1,300 pilgrims from 100 countries for Hajj 1446 AH under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program. It…
Riyadh Municipality Opens Registration for ISOCARP World Planning Congress
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article celebrates Saudi Arabia’s leadership in global urban development as Riyadh Region Municipality and ISOCARP open submissions for the 61st World Planning Congress. It showcases Riyadh’s role in shaping sustainable…
SPA’s News Academy Hosts University Media Leaders for Collaborative Meeting
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers the May 23, 2025 consultative meeting hosted by the SPA News Training Academy, which united media leaders from Saudi universities to advance media training and talent development. It…
Ministry of Religious Affairs Launches Multilingual Smart Translation Initiative
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article introduces the “In Their Languages” program, launched on May 23, 2025, at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Powered by smart translation devices, the initiative is part of the Presidency…
World Tea Day Celebrates Tea’s Cultural and Economic Significance
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article celebrates Saudi Arabia’s recognition of International Tea Day on May 21, 2025, honoring tea’s timeless value in cultural diplomacy, economic development, and daily life. With global roots and regional…
Riyadh Governor’s Representative Attends Sweden’s National Day Celebration
What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights Saudi Arabia’s participation in Sweden’s National Day celebration on May 22, 2025, underscoring the Kingdom’s commitment to cultural diplomacy, peaceful international relations, and Vision 2030 goals for enhanced…