Saudi crown prince discusses efforts to support Palestinians with Turkish president 

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. (File/SPA/Reuters)
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Updated 01 September 2024
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Saudi crown prince discusses efforts to support Palestinians with Turkish president 

  • During the call, the crown prince stressed the Kingdom’s keenness to unify the efforts of Arab and Muslim countries to support the Palestinian people

RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday, Saudi Press Agency reported. 

During the call, the crown prince stressed the Kingdom’s keenness to unify the efforts of Arab and Muslim countries to support the Palestinian people in the face of brutal aggression carried out by Israeli forces.

They also discussed the need to intensify efforts to stop ongoing Israeli attacks and violations against the Palestinian people.

In a post on X, Erdogan’s office said that the two leaders discussed Gaza as well as regional and global developments.


Makkah Qur’an contest attracts many students

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Makkah Qur’an contest attracts many students

  • The contest, which attracted many students, is aimed at creating a positive and motivating environment for the participants

MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs has launched the preliminary rounds of the 27th King Salman Qur’an Competition in Makkah.

The contest, which attracted many students, is aimed at creating a positive and motivating environment for the participants.

The ministry wants to ensure a fair and competitive atmosphere, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently.

The preliminary rounds are being held across the Kingdom under the ministry’s supervision, and in accordance with regulations and standards that ensure integrity and transparency.

The final rounds of the competition will take place in Riyadh from Feb. 12 to 17.