RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday sent cables of congratulations to leaders of Islamic countries, extending greetings on the advent of Eid Al-Fitr.
In response, the king and crown prince received similar cables from leaders of Muslim countries, thanking them and extending good wishes and sincere greetings, Saudi Press Agency reported.
Eid Al-Fitr, or Festival of Breaking the Fast, is celebrated by Muslims all over the world following the fasting month of Ramadan, which ends on Wednesday. Eid will start on Thursday.
Meanwhile, King Salman received a phone call from Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, congratulating him on Eid Al-Fitr.
The king expressed his thanks to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed for the sincere sentiments.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also received a similar call from his Abu Dhabi counterpart.
The king also received calls from Jordan’s King Abdullah II, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, and Djibouti’s President Ismail Omar Guelleh.
Saudi Arabia’s king and crown prince exchange Eid Al-Fitr greetings with leaders of Muslim nations
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Saudi Arabia’s king and crown prince exchange Eid Al-Fitr greetings with leaders of Muslim nations
Fifth beekeeping season begins at Saudi royal reserve
RAFHA: The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority on Sunday launched the fifth annual beekeeping season for 2026 to empower the local community and regulate beekeeping within the reserve.
The launch supports the authority’s goals of biodiversity conservation, sustainable environmental practices, and economic returns for beekeepers, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
This year’s season includes three main periods linked to spring flowers, acacia, and sidr, with each period’s start date serving as the deadline for participation applications.
The authority urged beekeepers to review the season details and join scheduled virtual meetings to ensure organized participation under the approved regulations.
The beekeeping season also promotes ecotourism by showcasing the reserve’s scenic and pristine environment, reinforcing its status as a unique ecotourism hub.
Covering 91,500 sq. km, the reserve is the Kingdom’s second-largest royal protected area, home to diverse wildlife, plants, and trees, and featuring several ancient historical and heritage sites.
