MAKKAH: The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques distributed 5,000 umbrellas to worshippers and workers at the Grand Mosque on Friday so they can be protected from the sunshine and heat.
The umbrellas distribution initiative falls within the general presidency’s campaign, which aims to maintain the safety of visitors and pilgrims along with security staff and health workers at the Grand Mosque. Earlier, a number of pilgrims commended the initiative and thanked Saudi Arabia’s leaders for their concern for the comfort and safety of pilgrims.
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5,000 umbrellas distributed in Grand Mosque
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5,000 umbrellas distributed in Grand Mosque
- The umbrellas distribution initiative falls within the general presidency’s campaign, which aims to maintain the safety of visitors
King Abdulaziz Foundation reveals rare images from king’s 1916 Basra visit
- Photographs form part of a wider collection documented by British photographer Gertrude Bell
RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz Foundation has revealed archival photographs documenting King Abdulaziz’s tour of the outskirts of Basra in 1916, a visit that came at an early stage of his efforts to build regional relationships.
One of the photographs, taken by British photographer Gertrude Bell, shows King Abdulaziz standing with his men in the Basra desert, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The image reflects his early political and diplomatic engagement in the region, as he sought to strengthen ties with neighboring areas and engage with the wider Arab and international community, SPA added.
The photograph forms part of a wider collection documented by Bell, which records key developments and transformations across the Arabian Peninsula during the early 20th century.
The Basra visit holds particular significance in King Abdulaziz’s journey as a unifying leader.
Rather than crossing borders in pursuit of power, the visit reflected an approach focused on stability, cooperation and long-term regional harmony, laying the groundwork for a leadership style defined by pragmatism and openness, SPA said.
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