RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Development Authority released several wild species on Friday, including Goitered gazelle, oryx, and red-necked ostrich in the Al-Taysiyah area, as part of the authority’s efforts to preserve and resettle endangered wildlife.
The move, which coincides with the winter activities of the Zubaydah trail to develop wildlife and biodiversity and restore ecological balance in the reserve, also aims to restore their role in their environment, promote self-reproduction, and contribute to the balance and sustainability of the environment.
The authority also seeks to raise societal awareness about the gazelle, oryx and ostriches, through its various activities, including the winter trail.
The CEO of the reserve, Mohammed Al-Shaalan, said that the concept of natural reserves in the world has developed thanks to the interest of researchers and investors in wildlife, as well as tourism companies.
He added that the authority is working to attract investors to revitalize eco-tourism and work on building eco-friendly lodges and diversifying activities.
The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve, which covers an area of 91,500 square kilometers and is located in the north-east of the Kingdom, is a magnet for visitors, especially those interested in eco-tourism, bird watching, hiking and nature.
Meanwhile, the King Salman Royal Natural Reserve has launched a field survey project that will cover 40 percent of the reserve, in the first project of its kind in the Middle East.
The reserve will cooperate with the University of Tabuk to obtain basic data to plan future projects, including rehabilitating threatened local plants and preserving wildlife.
Saudi authorities release wild species in reserve to restore ecological balance
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Saudi authorities release wild species in reserve to restore ecological balance
- Meanwhile, King Salman Royal Natural Reserve launches field survey to protect resources
Saudi Arabia, UAE and allies condemn Gaza ceasefire violations
- They joined Qatar, Jordan and Egypt, who on Saturday also condemned ongoing violations
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Sunday led renewed regional condemnation of Israel’s repeated violations of the ceasefire in Gaza, which have resulted in the killing and wounding of more than 1,000 Palestinians.
In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of the Kingdom, the UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan and Turkiye said the breaches represented a dangerous escalation that risked inflaming tensions and undermining efforts to restore calm and stability, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
They joined Qatar, Jordan and Egypt, who on Saturday condemned what they described as ongoing ceasefire violations and warned they threatened de-escalation efforts and regional stability.
The ministers said the latest developments come at a critical moment, as regional and international efforts intensify to advance the second phase of the peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump and implement UN Security Council Resolution 2803, SPA added.
They warned that the repeated violations pose a direct threat to the political process and could derail attempts to create the conditions for a more stable phase in Gaza, both in security and humanitarian terms. They stressed the need for full adherence to the ceasefire to ensure the success of the next phase of the peace plan.
The statement called on all parties to assume their responsibilities during this sensitive period, exercise maximum restraint, sustain the ceasefire, and avoid any actions that could undermine current diplomatic efforts. It also urged steps to facilitate early recovery and reconstruction in the Gaza Strip.
Reaffirming their commitment to a just, comprehensive and lasting peace, the ministers said this must be based on the Palestinian people’s inalienable right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state, in line with international law, relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.
