Royal reserve launches falcon habitat project 

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Updated 18 December 2024
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Royal reserve launches falcon habitat project 

RIYADH: The King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority, in collaboration with the Saudi Falcons Club, has conducted a preliminary field survey to study and revitalize habitats for these birds within the reserve’s boundaries. 

The authority emphasized that the project aims to restore these areas due to their vital role in preserving environmental and cultural diversity, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.

It also seeks to enhance the training and efficiency of field teams, equipping them to manage similar future initiatives while bolstering the international standards and recognition achieved by the reserve.

During the initial phase of the project, both active and inactive habitats of the Shaheen falcon were identified, with some designated for immediate action. 

The authority underscored the importance of such projects, highlighting their role in preserving environmental balance, as well as protecting local culture and heritage.


Crown prince, US president discuss regional escalation in phone call

Updated 01 March 2026
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Crown prince, US president discuss regional escalation in phone call

  • Trump expressed Washington's condemnation of the blatant missile attacks against the Kingdom
  • The crown prince also discussed the ongoing military escalation in a separate call with the president of Syria

RIYADH: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a telephone call on Saturday from US President Donald Trump, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Trump expressed Washington's condemnation of the blatant missile attacks against the Kingdom, which were intercepted by the Kingdom's air defenses. 

He affirmed US support for the Kingdom and its backing of all measures taken by the Kingdom to confront these Iranian violations that undermine the security and stability of the region, SPA added.

In a separate call, Crown Prince Mohammed and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa discussed the ongoing military escalation in the region.

Al-Sharaa affirmed his country’s support for and solidarity with the Kingdom, SPA said in another report. 

The Syrian president emphasized his country’s. rejection of any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or any threat to its security and stability.