Crown prince meets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in AlUla

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the Winter Tent in AlUla on Monday. (SPA)
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Updated 08 January 2024
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Crown prince meets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in AlUla

  • The crown prince and Blinken discussed the latest developments in the situation in Gaza
  • Blinken is on a regional tour as part of a diplomatic push to stop the war in Gaza spreading further

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the Winter Tent in AlUla on Monday.

During the meeting, the crown prince and Blinken reviewed aspects of bilateral relations, areas of joint cooperation, and ways of developing it to achieve the common interests of Saudi Arabia and the US. 

They also exchanged views on regional and international developments and efforts being made toward them in order to achieve security and stability, especially the latest developments in the situation in Gaza.

The crown prince stressed the importance of stopping military operations in Gaza, intensifying humanitarian aid efforts, and working to create conditions for the return of stability. He also urged a return to the peace track that would ensure the Palestinian people obtain their legitimate rights and achieve lasting peace.

Blinken is on a regional tour as part of a diplomatic push to stop the war in Gaza spreading further.

Earlier on Monday, Blinken visited Abu Dhabi where he met with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and underscored the importance of urgently addressing humanitarian needs in Gaza 

He also visited Jordan and Qatar on Sunday.


KSrelief food aid reaches thousands across 7 countries

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KSrelief food aid reaches thousands across 7 countries

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's aid agency KSrelief recently distributed 100 cartons of dates in Yemen’s Shabwah governorate, reaching 600 individuals from the most vulnerable families.

In Benin, 280 food baskets were delivered in the town of Savalou in Collines, benefiting 1,680 people. The project plans to provide 7,825 baskets, assisting an estimated 47,000 individuals across multiple regions.

In Indonesia, 75 food baskets were handed out in East Jakarta, aiding 314 people. The initiative aims to distribute 7,000 baskets to about 30,000 beneficiaries across Jakarta, Banten, West Java, and Central Java.

In Uzbekistan, 410 food baskets were distributed in Andijan province, helping 1,530 people. The project targets 6,060 baskets for 36,000 individuals across 14 provinces.

In Brazil, KSrelief delivered 3,000 cartons of dates in Guarulhos, supporting 375 families, including refugees and migrants. The project aims to distribute 200 tonnes nationwide.

In Chad, 1,499 cartons of dates were provided to vulnerable groups in Al-Batha region, reaching 8,994 people as part of a plan to distribute 800 tonnes.

In Kosovo, 200 food baskets were distributed in Fushe Kosove, benefiting 1,000 individuals. The project aims to deliver 8,017 baskets to 40,000 beneficiaries across 30 districts.