RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Saturday strongly condemned a “terrorist attack” that targeted Sinai in Egypt, killing and injuring a number of Egyptian troops.
Eleven Egyptian soldiers were killed earlier on Saturday attempting to thwart an attack on the Suez Canal zone west of the Sinai peninsula.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the Kingdom’s full support for Egypt against everything that threatens its security and stability, and its appreciation for the role of the Egyptian Armed Forces in confronting the attack.
Saudi Arabia extended condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the Egyptian government and people, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit and Speaker of the Arab Parliament Adel Al-Asoumi also strongly condemned the attack and reiterated their support and solidarity with Egypt.
The UAE also issued a statement affirming its rejection “of these criminal acts, and its constant rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at destabilising security and stability, in contravention of humanitarian values and principles.”
Kuwaiti, Qatar and Bahrain also issued similar statements condemning the attack and expressing solidarity with Egypt.
Saudi Arabia condemns ‘terrorist attack’ in Egypt that killed 11 soldiers
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Saudi Arabia condemns ‘terrorist attack’ in Egypt that killed 11 soldiers
- The Arab League and Arab Parliament also strongly condemned the attack
- The UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar issued similar statements
Citrus festival highlights AlUla’s heritage, economy
- The rise in visitor numbers reflects the festival’s prominence as a major agricultural and community event. It runs until Jan. 16
ALULA: The AlUla Citrus Festival has seen a remarkable turnout of residents and visitors as it has coincided with the mid-year school break, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The festival is being held at the farmers’ market in the cultural oasis, amid an environment that blends stunning natural beauty with the governorate's rich agricultural heritage.
The rise in visitor numbers reflects the festival’s prominence as a major agricultural and community event. It runs until Jan. 16.
It allows visitors to explore local products and purchase citrus fruits directly from farmers, highlighting the deep connection between the people, their land, and agricultural legacy.
The festival showcases a diverse selection of AlUla’s finest citrus fruits, alongside platforms for local producers, the SPA added.
The event also features interactive family-friendly activities and live cooking demonstrations.
It contributes to revitalizing agricultural economic activity and reinforces agricultural seasons as a pillar of sustainable development in the governorate.
The AlUla Citrus Festival is a key social and economic event and gives local farmers a vital platform to showcase and sell their produce, supporting the agricultural economy of a governorate home to nearly 5,000 productive farms.
