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Coalition denies allegations of handing over Houthi leader's brother's body

Update Coalition denies allegations of handing over Houthi leader's brother's body
The official spokesman for the coalition forces, Brigadier General Turki Al-Maliki. (File/SPA)
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Updated 03 December 2024

Coalition denies allegations of handing over Houthi leader's brother's body

Coalition denies allegations of handing over Houthi leader's brother's body

The official spokesman for the coalition forces, Brigadier General Turki Al-Maliki, refuted on Tuesday claims regarding the handover of the body of a Houthi leader's brother.

In a press statement, Al-Maliki emphasized that the coalition treats the issue of prisoners, detainees, and the recovery of fighters' bodies as a strictly humanitarian matter. He urged all parties to refrain from politicizing such issues.

Al-Maliki described the Houthi leader's allegations, which were circulated by Houthi-affiliated websites, as inaccurate and lacking credibility. He clarified that the process of recovering and handing over bodies occurred in June 2023. During this operation, the coalition recovered the remains of nine Saudi soldiers and 20 Yemeni army personnel, while returning the bodies of 57 Houthi fighters killed along the border.

He further stated that such misleading claims may have been made for internal reasons related to the Houthis. Al-Maliki also noted that the name mentioned in the Houthi statement was not included in negotiations to recover bodies and suggested it is possible the individual in question was killed in regional conflicts unrelated to the coalition.


Saudi crown prince receives Kuwaiti PM at NEOM Palace

º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in NEOM.
º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in NEOM.
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Saudi crown prince receives Kuwaiti PM at NEOM Palace

º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in NEOM.

RIYADH: º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah at NEOM Palace on Monday.

The two officials reviewed the historic relations between their countries, aspects of bilateral cooperation, and ways to enhance and develop it in various fields.

They also exchanged views on a number of topics of common interest, Saudi Press Agency reported.


Saudi National Day theme, identity unveiled: Pride in Our Nature

Saudi National Day theme, identity unveiled: Pride in Our Nature
Updated 04 August 2025

Saudi National Day theme, identity unveiled: Pride in Our Nature

Saudi National Day theme, identity unveiled: Pride in Our Nature
  • National Day’s visual identity comprises six main illustrations, each representing a distinct national trait
  • To unify online participation, the following hashtag has been approved for public and official use: #SaudiNationalDay95

JEDDAH: The theme and visual identity for the 95th Saudi National Day on Sept. 23 were unveiled on Monday with the slogan “Pride in Our Nature.â€

The announcement was made by Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of the General Entertainment Authority and chairman of the Saudi Boxing Federation, who shared the news on his official account on X.

It read: “The new identity for #95th_National_Day is now launched under the slogan #Pride_In_Our_Nature. Download the identity and its applications: https://nd.gea.gov.sa.â€

This year’s identity is a tribute to the character, values and ambitions that define the Kingdom of º£½ÇÖ±²¥, the GEA said.

It celebrates how Saudis are known for their generosity, authenticity, ambition, kindness, and a willingness to stand by one another in moments of need.

The National Day’s visual identity comprises six main illustrations, each representing a distinct national trait. These core values are visually translated into symbols inspired by Saudi culture and history.

There is generosity, which is symbolized by the dallah (traditional coffee pot) and finjan (coffee cup), representing Saudi hospitality.

The country’s authenticity is emphasized by the cultural depth and heritage embedded in the Saudi way of life.

Ambition, represented by Tuwaiq Mountain, symbolizes resilience and a high-reaching national spirit, inspired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s famous quote comparing Saudi ambition to the steadfastness of the iconic mountain.

Faz’ah (solidarity and aid), depicted through crossed hands and inspired by a well-known gesture by the crown prince, symbolizes readiness, unity and mutual support.

Vision 2030, incorporated as a future-focused trait, showcases º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s strategic road map for development and transformation.

Hospitality highlights the Kingdom’s commitment to philanthropy and supporting others.

Each illustration is paired with a unique color identity, and supported by three secondary pattern designs, creating a visually rich and cohesive image that mirrors the diversity and unity of the Saudi people.

The official logo features geometric typography fused with patterns inspired by traditional Saudi weaving techniques.

The phrase “Pride in Our Nature†is visually constructed using bold, block-like forms in a modern expression of heritage, unity, and national pride. The logo’s integrity is protected. It must not be altered, redrawn, or manipulated in any way.

A dedicated typeface has also been developed to complement the identity, available in multiple font weights to ensure clarity and consistency across all official applications.

The identity package includes a wide range of ready-to-use assets such as visuals of Saudi leadership, official National Day logos, templates for office and outdoor advertisements, product applications and digital resources for download at https://nd.gea.gov.sa.

To unify online participation, the following hashtag has been approved for public and official use: #SaudiNationalDay95.


Saudi embassy in UK working with authorities as man charged with murdering student from Kingdom, family pays tribute

Saudi embassy in UK working with authorities as man charged with murdering student from Kingdom, family pays tribute
Updated 04 August 2025

Saudi embassy in UK working with authorities as man charged with murdering student from Kingdom, family pays tribute

Saudi embassy in UK working with authorities as man charged with murdering student from Kingdom, family pays tribute
  • One man charged with murder Monday in connection with death on Friday of 20-year-old Mohammed Al-Qasim in English city of Cambridge
  • Police treating attack on the Saudi citizen, who was on a 10-week placement at a language school in the city, as an ‘unprovoked attack’

LONDON: The Saudi Embassy in London said on Monday that it was coordinating with British authorities to discover the full circumstances of an incident in the English city of Cambridge in which a Saudi citizen was fatally stabbed.

Officers responding to reports of violence in the Mill Park area of the city shortly before midnight on Friday found 20-year-old Mohammed Al-Qasim with serious injuries. He died at the scene soon after.

A post-mortem examination is due to take place on Tuesday.

21-year-old Chas Corrigan, from Cambridge, was charged with murder and possession of a knife in a public place and appeared at Peterborough Magistrates’ Court on Monday, Cambridgeshire Police said.

He has been remanded in custody until a hearing at Cambridge Crown Court on Wednesday.

A 50-year-old man, also from the city, who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender remains in custody, the force added.

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The incident is being treated as an “unprovoked attack,†police also said on Monday. Al-Qasim was studying at a language school in the city on a 10-week placement, they added.

The Saudi embassy said it was following up on an assault on a Saudi citizen that led to his death, and continues to liaise with UK agencies to discover the full circumstances surrounding the incident and to facilitate the repatriation of the victim’s body to º£½ÇÖ±²¥.

“The embassy and all its staff extend their sincere condolences and sympathy to the family of the deceased,†it added.

In a statement, the family of Al-Qasim said he was a â€œyoung man brimming with enthusiasm, brimming with chivalry and courage.â€

The family continued: “He was a dutiful son, a loving brother, and the leader of the family in spirit, not in appearance. He was cheerful, chivalrous, pure of heart, quick to give, and passionate about others. Over time, he became the family’s charisma, leaving behind an unforgettable legacy in every gathering. He was his father’s support, his familiar companion, and the assistant to his uncles and maternal uncles. He was the most compassionate person to ever visit a mother’s heart and the closest to his sisters’ embrace.â€


Border Guard hosts maritime safety exhibition

Border Guard hosts maritime safety exhibition
Updated 04 August 2025

Border Guard hosts maritime safety exhibition

Border Guard hosts maritime safety exhibition
  • Event to promote safe practices, increase awareness 
  • Border Guard teams in Haql recently rescued three people from the water

RIYADH: The Maritime Safety Awareness Exhibition, which is organized by the General Directorate of Border Guard, is taking place in the Eastern Province to promote safe maritime practices and issue warnings against swimming in unauthorized areas.

Running through to Thursday at the Mall of Dhahran, the exhibition highlights key beach safety regulations, penalties for violating rules, and guidance on safe behavior at sea. It also showcases the directorate’s search-and-rescue efforts.

Visitors are reminded to check the weather, be cautious during changes of conditions, and ensure vessels are seaworthy before heading out, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The directorate urges all beachgoers to follow safety instructions and swim only in designated areas, the SPA added.

Border Guard teams in Haql recently rescued three people from the water, while teams in Jeddah assisted nine citizens and an Indian resident after their vessel broke down.

In an emergency the public should call 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and 994 elsewhere in the Kingdom.


Green Qassim initiative plants over 7.5m trees in major afforestation push

Green Qassim initiative plants over 7.5m trees in major afforestation push
Updated 04 August 2025

Green Qassim initiative plants over 7.5m trees in major afforestation push

Green Qassim initiative plants over 7.5m trees in major afforestation push
  • Transformative environmental campaign set to combat desertification and enhance quality of life

RIYADH: The Green Qassim Land Initiative has made a significant leap in afforestation, planting a total of 7,521,316 trees across cities, governorates, and villages during its 15th phase.

This effort is part of an integrated plan to enhance vegetation cover, combat desertification, and improve quality of life, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

Launched in 2016 with support from Qassim Gov. Prince Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud and oversight by Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Al-Fadhli, the initiative has grown steadily each year.

Salman Al-Swainah, director general of the ministry’s Qassim branch, called it one of the Kingdom’s most prominent environmental initiatives due to its tangible results.

The initiative runs in two annual phases — March and October — to ensure optimal climatic conditions for tree growth and sustainability, the SPA reported.

Al-Swainah highlighted that the initiative’s success stems from strong cooperation among government agencies, the private sector, environmental groups, and volunteers, reflecting rising societal awareness of afforestation’s importance for ecological balance.

Recently, the initiative received regional and international recognition at the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development Goals held at the UN headquarters in New York.

This recognition came during a presentation by Saudi Green Building Forum Secretary-General Faisal Al-Fadl at a regional session chaired by the UN Economic and Social Council.

Al-Fadl described the initiative as an integrated national model balancing environmental, economic, and social dimensions, according to the SPA.

He noted it has become a regional role model, planting millions of trees, creating hundreds of green jobs, and driving sustainable urban transformation.

The Green Qassim Land Initiative is a key environmental effort supporting the Kingdom’s broader strategy to expand vegetation, combat climate change, and achieve sustainability.

It also raises community awareness and promotes environmental volunteering, aligning with the Saudi Green Initiative and Quality of Life programs under Vision 2030.

Additionally, the initiative supports goals related to rural employment, clean water, sustainable cities, and responsible consumption and production.