Mohammed bin Salman to the Washington Post: Trump's decision to move embassy to Jerusalem is a painful step

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Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman. (Reuters)
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US Vice President Mike Pence hosts a dinner in honor of Saudi Crown Prince on the occasion of his visit to the US. (SPA)
Updated 24 March 2018
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Mohammed bin Salman to the Washington Post: Trump's decision to move embassy to Jerusalem is a painful step

LONDON: Mohammed bin Salman told The Washington Post: My relationship with Special Adviser to President Trump, Jared Kushner, is part of the official relationship between our countries.
Saudi Arabia does not use Special Adviser to the President to promote Saudi interests. In his interview with the Washington Post Mohammed bin Salman added “my visit to the US is in part to attract investment to Saudi Arabia. The Crown prince who is trying to reform and diversify his country’s economy added that Saudi Arabia hold 5% of of world uranium reserves” and he added, “ If we don’t make use of our uranium it is as if we have abandoned the use of oil.”
The Crown Prince also discussed the situation in the Middle East and he said that the region has potential “If we resolve all problems in our region the Middle East will be the new Europe.” and he added that his country is doing its best to help the region and “did not spare any opportunity to help Yemen.”
On the question of peace between Israel and the Palestinians the Saudi Crown Prince said that President Trump decision to move the embassy to Jerusalem  is a painful step. 
In his discussion with the Washington Post the Saudi Crown Prince reiterated that “Islam is a moderate and tolerant religion, and it has been kidnapped in recent years. 


King Abdulaziz Camel Festival draws 3,000 foreign visitors

The event, which runs until Jan. 3, is a key feature of the country's cultural tourism offering. (SPA)
Updated 27 December 2025
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King Abdulaziz Camel Festival draws 3,000 foreign visitors

  • Through interactive exhibits and educational presentations, people can gain a deeper understanding of the cultural value camels hold in the Kingdom

RIYADH: The 10th King Abdulaziz Camel Festival is drawing record numbers of international tourists, solidifying its reputation as a premier cultural and heritage event in the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The event, which runs until Jan. 3, is a key feature of the country's cultural tourism offering. According to its organizers, more than 3,000 people from over 50 countries have already visited.

The festival combines a rich array of cultural and entertainment programs that introduce visitors to the world of camels, from their various breeds to their significance in Saudi heritage.

Through interactive exhibits and educational presentations, people can gain a deeper understanding of the cultural value camels hold in the Kingdom.

Many visitors have expressed admiration for the quality of the festival’s organization and the hospitality they received, with some describing it as a “living museum,” the report said.