JEDDAH: Saudi Border Guards in Jazan foiled an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of drugs after they spotted a Yemeni trying to infiltrate the Saudi-Yemeni border.
Spokesman Col. Saher bin Mohammed Al-Harbi, said that the defendant is a Yemeni national. “The suspect was arrested in possession of 7.316 kilograms of hashish and 39,010 amphetamine tablets. The seizures and the defendant were referred to the appropriate authorities to complete the necessary procedures,” he said.
Al-Harbi reiterated that Border Guards are highly qualified to counter all cross-border smuggling attempts in all their ways and means. “They are working with determination to protect the country’s borders from all that is aimed at its security, stability and capabilities, and to protect citizens from this harmful scourge,” he said.
In another matter, the spokesman confirmed that upon instructions of Border Guards Director General Maj. Gen. Awad bin Eid Al-Balawi, a committee was formed investigate the circumstances around a recently circulated video on social media.
The video includes a complaint by a citizen that the Border Guards did not help him after his car was stuck in the sand near the sea in Jazan.
The spokesman explained that the special procedures and instructions in such cases are clear and include that “the command and control center in the region receive the information and pass the communication on to the nearest center to deal with the incident by assigning an available patrol to deal with the incident. The patrol is committed to provide assistance to persons to ensure their safety after security check of the vehicle’s status and identity of its passengers.”
The spokesman also urged beachgoers to abide by all security and safety measures and not to hesitate to request assistance in case of emergency by contacting the Border Guards’ emergency number 994. They can share their points of views, complaints and observations on the official email of the directorate at [email protected].
Saudi Border Guards foil attempt to smuggle hashish, amphetamines in Jazan
Saudi Border Guards foil attempt to smuggle hashish, amphetamines in Jazan
Northern Borders rock art reveals ancient life
- Among the most notable remains are stone structures scattered northwest of Arar
- Evidence ranges from the Neolithic era to Islamic times, forming a chronological record
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders region contains numerous archaeological sites, reflecting a long history of human settlement dating back to early periods, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Among the most notable remains are stone structures scattered northwest of Arar.
Varying in shape, size and design, specialists believe these structures date to the end of the Neolithic period and the beginning of subsequent eras. They are thought to have been used as stone tombs to preserve the remains of the dead.
Evidence ranges from the Neolithic era to Islamic times, forming a chronological record that highlights the diversity of communities that once lived in the region and how they interacted with their natural environment over centuries.
Ajab Al-Otaibi, director general of antiquities at the Heritage Commission, said the stone structures and rock art sites in the Northern Borders region represent an integral part of Saudi Arabia’s national cultural heritage and serve as an important resource for archaeological studies and scientific research.
He highlighted the importance of surveys, documentation and protection efforts to preserve these cultural landmarks as a historical legacy for future generations.
The region is also home to several important rock art sites, such as Shu’ayb Hamer, which features a wide and diverse collection of drawings carved on natural rock surfaces, marking it as a key site that documented early human activity in the area.
The artworks depict scenes of hunting, horsemanship, dancing, daily life and social rituals. They were created using a variety of artistic styles, most notably framed and abstract forms, and produced through different techniques including incizing and pecking, both direct and indirect.
The carvings portray human figures and a range of animals, including camels, horses and gazelles, as well as some wild and predatory species that have long since disappeared.
These images provide insight into the richness of the natural environment in earlier periods and help researchers understand the evolving relationship between humans and their surroundings.
