Saudi father of Jordan’s Princess Rajwa dies

Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah and Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein standing with the late Khalid bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al-Saif. (RHC)
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Updated 18 February 2024
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Saudi father of Jordan’s Princess Rajwa dies

  • RHC also initiated three days of mourning for the late Al-Saif

AMMAN: Jordan’s Royal Hashemite Court announced on Sunday the passing of Saudi businessman Khalid bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al-Saif, the father of Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein.

The RHC also initiated three days of mourning following directives from King Abdullah II.

It expressed its deepest sympathies and condolences to the king, Queen Rania, Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah, Princess Rajwa and the Al-Saif family.

Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa were married in June last year at Zahran Palace in Amman.

The crown prince posted a picture on Instagram honoring the late Al-Saif, with the caption: “With profound sadness and sorrow, we bid farewell to my beloved father-in-law. We will always remember his kindness, generosity, and integrity. May God bestow mercy upon him and grant us patience and strength”.


Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

Updated 24 February 2026
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Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

  • Asaad Al-Shaibani and Prince Faisal bin Farhan also discuss developments in Syria and the wider region, as well as bilateral cooperation
  • This year’s Founding Day marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State

RIYADH: Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad Al-Shaibani, on Monday congratulated his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on Founding Day, which this year marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State.

During their telephone conversation the ministers also discussed the latest developments in Syria and the wider region, along with ways in which they might strengthen bilateral relations, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Prince Faisal reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and highlighted the need for regional stability and security, the Syrian Arab News Agency said.

Founding Day, which was introduced in 2022, is celebrated each year on Feb. 22 and marks the founding of the First Saudi State in 1727.