RIYADH: The Saudi Project for Landmine Clearance (Masam) cleared 2,383 land mines in Yemen during the first week of April.
The organization — which is part of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center — cleared three anti-personnel mines, 470 anti-tank mines, 1,908 unexploded ordnance and two explosive devices. The mines were planted by the Iranian-backed terrorist Houthi militia in schools and homes. Many of the devices were hidden in civilian areas.
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2,383 land mines cleared in Yemen in April’s 1st week
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2,383 land mines cleared in Yemen in April’s 1st week
- Many of the devices were hidden in civilian areas
Historic Jeddah records over 2m visits
- The remarkable turnout highlights the activity within the UNESCO-listed site, also known as Al-Balad, with its alleys and historic squares
JEDDAH: Historic Jeddah continues to flourish as one of Saudi Arabia’s premier cultural and heritage destinations, recording over 2 million visits in the first half of Ramadan.
The surge reflects the district’s vibrant and diverse activities, and the growing appeal of its Ramadan events that blend the authenticity of the place with the spirit of the season, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The remarkable turnout highlights the activity within the UNESCO-listed site, also known as Al-Balad, with its alleys and historic squares.
There has been a continuous flow of visitors exploring longstanding architectural landmarks and traditional marketplaces including Souq Al-Alawi, Bab Makkah Souq, and Al-Balad.
In these areas commerce intertwines with handicraft displays and storytelling, creating a cultural experience that reflects the place’s unique character and rich historical memory.
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