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海角直播 arrests 19,696 illegals in one week

Saudi police have arrested hundreds of illegals breaching country鈥檚 labor law. (SPA)
Saudi police have arrested hundreds of illegals breaching country鈥檚 labor law. (SPA)
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Updated 23 November 2024

海角直播 arrests 19,696 illegals in one week

海角直播 arrests 19,696 illegals in one week
  • A total of 11,336 people were arrested for violations of residency laws

RIYADH: Saudi authorities arrested 19,696 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations,聽the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

According to an official report, a total of 11,336 people were arrested for violations of residency laws, while 5,176 were held over illegal border crossing attempts, and a further 3,184 for labor-related issues.

The report showed that among the 1,547 people arrested for trying to enter the Kingdom illegally, 65 percent were Ethiopian, 32 percent Yemeni, and 3 percent were of other nationalities.

A further 71 people were caught trying to cross into neighboring countries, and 22 were held for involvement in transporting and harboring violators.

The Ministry of Interior said that anyone found to be facilitating illegal entry to the Kingdom, including providing transportation and shelter, could face imprisonment for a maximum of 15 years, a fine of up to SR1 million ($260,000), as well as confiscation of vehicles and property.

Suspected violations can be reported on the toll-free number 911 in the Makkah and Riyadh regions, and 999 or 996 in other regions of the Kingdom.


Riyadh street to be renamed in honor of 海角直播鈥檚 recently deceased grand mufti

Riyadh street to be renamed in honor of 海角直播鈥檚 recently deceased grand mufti
Updated 01 October 2025

Riyadh street to be renamed in honor of 海角直播鈥檚 recently deceased grand mufti

Riyadh street to be renamed in honor of 海角直播鈥檚 recently deceased grand mufti
  • Crown prince鈥檚 directive recognizes Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Asheikh鈥檚 contributions to his country, Islam and the wider Muslim community
  • He served as highest-ranking religious scholar in the Kingdom for 26 years, interpreting Shariah and issuing fatwas on legal and societal matters

RIYADH: A main street in Riyadh is to be renamed in honor of Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Asheikh, the former grand mufti of 海角直播 who died on Sept. 23.

The directive, issued on Tuesday by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is recognition of Sheikh Abdulaziz鈥檚 scholarly status, and the significant contributions he made to 海角直播, Islam and the wider Muslim community, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

It honors a life dedicated to the study and teaching of Islamic jurisprudence, the guidance he provided to people in their understanding of Islam, and the significant contributions he made to Islamic studies and education, the agency added.

Al-Asheikh was appointed grand mufti, the highest-ranking religious scholar in the Kingdom, in June 1999. As part of his role he interpreted Shariah, or Islamic law, and issued fatwas on legal and societal matters.

His death was described as the end of an era for the religious establishment in 海角直播, as under his leadership traditional Islamic scholarship was brought into alignment with modern state needs, and fatwas were shaped to address evolving legal and financial issues while adhering to established Shariah principles.

He also served as chair of the Council of Senior Scholars, president of the General Presidency of Scholarly Research and Ifta, and chair of the Muslim World League鈥檚 Supreme Council.


Canada鈥檚 Innovation Delegation sets sights on 海角直播

Nick Frosst is a Co-Founder at Cohere (AN photo by Huda Bashattah)
Nick Frosst is a Co-Founder at Cohere (AN photo by Huda Bashattah)
Updated 30 September 2025

Canada鈥檚 Innovation Delegation sets sights on 海角直播

Nick Frosst is a Co-Founder at Cohere (AN photo by Huda Bashattah)
  • Visit brings together Canadian tech companies, venture capital firms, AI research institutions

RIYADH: 海角直播 welcomed the Canadian Innovation Delegation 鈥 an initiative organized by Inovia Capital in collaboration with the Embassy of Canada 鈥 from Sept. 28-30.

The visit brought together Canadian tech companies, venture capital firms, and artificial intelligence research institutions to engage with key Saudi stakeholders, including the Public Investment Fund, Neom, Humain, Sanabil, the King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.

It marked a strategic effort to strengthen bilateral relations through partnerships in technology, investment, and research, while promoting global innovations and increasing collaboration between 海角直播 and Canada.

Nick Frosst, co-founder of Cohere and a guest of the visiting delegation, told Arab News: 鈥淲e are quite excited about the region. (It) is a very dynamic and exciting time for the area. The investment and excitement 鈥 a vision of what AI can do for the country is very clear.

鈥淎s a leading company focused on secure enterprise AI, there鈥檚 a huge opportunity here (海角直播) to collaborate. We met with many prospective partners, both investors and customers.鈥

Frosst added: 鈥淭here are many people within the startup ecosystem, like myself, who are leading Canadian startups, as well as other VC (venture capital) and investment organizations that are representing Canada.

鈥淲e make foundational language models and we make them available to our enterprise customers, focusing on secure deployment and customization, so we work with many large multinational companies, several in the region, including STC.鈥

The delegation also held networking sessions with the Kingdom鈥檚 venture capitalists and investment stakeholders, including representatives from the innovation hub, The Garage.

The diplomatic and economic relationship between 海角直播 and Canada has expanded well beyond the traditional trade in oil and its commodities, and now encompasses new ventures in innovation and technology.

 


KSA signs air transport agreements with 17 countries

KSA signs air transport agreements with 17 countries
Updated 30 September 2025

KSA signs air transport agreements with 17 countries

KSA signs air transport agreements with 17 countries
  • The move underscores the Kingdom鈥檚 commitment to strengthening its global presence in aviation and air transport, establishing regulatory frameworks for air traffic, enhancing civil aviation safety and security standards

RIYADH: The Kingdom of 海角直播 signed a series of bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding with 17 countries during the 42nd General Assembly of the UN International Civil Aviation Organization, the SPA reported on Tuesday. 

The event, which is being held in Montreal, Canada, began on Sept. 23 and will continue until Oct. 3.

The move underscores the Kingdom鈥檚 commitment to strengthening its global presence in aviation and air transport, establishing regulatory frameworks for air traffic, enhancing civil aviation safety and security standards, and expanding travel options for passengers.

The agreements aim to strengthen bilateral cooperation in air transport, develop regulatory and legislative frameworks for civil aviation, expand international air connectivity, and enhance aviation safety and security, in addition to supporting economic and tourism development.

The signing of such agreements contributes to achieving the objectives of the aviation program, expanding the operational network of national carriers, strengthening the Kingdom鈥檚 position as a global logistics hub, and increasing international air connectivity to 250 destinations.

It also aims to transport 330 million passengers annually by 2030, in line with the targets of Saudi Vision 2030.

 


Endangered vulture seen in AlUla skies

Endangered vulture seen in AlUla skies
Updated 01 October 2025

Endangered vulture seen in AlUla skies

Endangered vulture seen in AlUla skies
  • AlUla is known for its diverse natural terrain 鈥 including mountains, valleys and oases 鈥 which supports a large variety of rare wildlife and birds

RIYADH: Sharaan Nature Reserve鈥檚 environmental monitoring team has recorded a rare sighting of the Ruppell鈥檚 vulture in the skies above AlUla.

This is only the second official sighting of the endangered bird in the governorate, highlighting the efforts of the Royal Commission for AlUla to protect biodiversity and conserve wildlife, in line with Saudi Vision 2030鈥檚 sustainability goals.

AlUla is known for its diverse natural terrain 鈥 including mountains, valleys and oases 鈥 which supports a large variety of rare wildlife and birds. Historical rock drawings further attest to the long-standing coexistence of humans and wildlife.

The Sharaan Nature Reserve, one of AlUla鈥檚 largest at over 1,500 sq. km, hosts a diverse range of species such as Arabian wolves, gazelles and eagles.

Designated a center for wildlife repopulation and a safe environment for rare species, the vulture sighting confirms AlUla鈥檚 importance as a leading center for environmental protection and wildlife conservation.

 


Focus on AI for safety at holy sites

Focus on AI for safety at holy sites
Updated 01 October 2025

Focus on AI for safety at holy sites

Focus on AI for safety at holy sites
  • The system is managed through a centralized operations center equipped with an advanced user interface, enabling teams to oversee operations with high efficiency and make immediate, precise decisions

RIYADH: The General Directorate of Civil Defense showcased its smart monitoring platform for holy sites during Intersec 海角直播 2025, held at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center.

The initiative marks a major step toward adopting the latest artificial intelligence technologies to enhance safety, strengthen security, and increase operational efficiency in emergencies.

The project features a wide network of smart cameras installed at strategic locations within the holy sites, capable of real-time monitoring and predictive analysis of potential incidents, including fires, smoke emissions, abnormal crowding, and medical emergencies.

The system is managed through a centralized operations center equipped with an advanced user interface, enabling teams to oversee operations with high efficiency and make immediate, precise decisions.

It also employs big data analytics to monitor and analyze information in real time, improving coordination between field units and operations rooms, while reducing response time.

The platform represents a qualitative leap in strengthening sector capabilities, particularly in analyzing trends and predicting potential risks.

It will enhance planning and field resource management and ensure the safety of pilgrims and Umrah performers during the Hajj and Umrah seasons.