Arab coalition destroys two Houthi drones launched from Sanaa
Al-Maliki reiterated the coalition’s desire to implement “appropriate deterrence measures”
Updated 22 June 2019
Arab News
RIYADH: Coalition air force units managed to intercept and destroy two drones launched by Houthi forces, spokesman Col. Turki Al-Maliki said on Friday.
Al-Maliki said the first was destroyed at 9:28 p.m. local time, and said the drones were launched from the province of Sanaa and were intercepted and destroyed in Yemeni airspace.
Al-Maliki reiterated the coalition’s desire to implement “appropriate deterrence measures to deal with hostile and terrorist acts” by the Houthis, which break international humanitarian law.
Saudi Arabian Scouts Association unveils environmental protection program in Riyadh
Scouting association leader emphasizes that environmental scouting is not only a public service activity but also encouragea responsible behavior among young people
Updated 58 min 31 sec ago
Arab News
RIYADH: The Saudi Arabian Scouts Association (SASA) has launched a new environmental protection program at King Salman Wildlife Park in Banban, north of Riyadh, marking a renewed commitment to conservation and youth engagement in sustainability efforts.
The initiative, unveiled in the presence of scouts, rovers, and scout leaders representing various scouting sectors, brought together partners from relevant government agencies and private-sector organizations, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
The program reflects growing collaboration between civic groups and national institutions to advance environmental protection goals across the Kingdom.
Abdulrahman Al-Mudaris, secretary-general of the association, said the initiative underscores the scouts’ active role in supporting national strategies to preserve natural resources and promote sustainable development.
The program reflects growing collaboration between civic groups and national institutions to advance environmental protection goals across the Kingdom. (SPA)
He emphasized that environmental scouting is not only a public service activity but also an educational approach designed to instill environmental awareness and encourage responsible behavior among young people.
The launch event featured a series of hands-on activities, including planting seedlings, sowing seeds, and distributing them throughout the park to support vegetation growth and enhance biodiversity.
Founded in 1961, the Saudi Arabian Scouts Association is a member of the World Organization of the Scout Movement and operates under the umbrella of the Ministry of Education.
Over the decades, Saudi scouts have played a visible role in community service, disaster response, and public event organization, including supporting pilgrim services during Hajj and Umrah seasons.
