KSrelief steps up aid efforts in conflict zones

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The aid is part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing humanitarian and relief projects. (SPA)
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In Jordan, KSrelief continues its 30th volunteer program at the Zaatari refugee camp for Syrians. (SPA)
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In Sudan, 1,350 food packages were distributed to displaced and needy families in Northern State.
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In Yemen, KSrelief distributed 3,200 cartons of dates to vulnerable groups in Hajjah governorate. (SPA)
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Updated 19 April 2025
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KSrelief steps up aid efforts in conflict zones

  • The initiative is part of the 2025 Food Security Support Project in the Republic of Sudan.

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief continues to provide much-needed humanitarian assistance to some of the world’s most vulnerable people.

In Sudan, 1,350 food packages were distributed to displaced and needy families in Northern State, benefiting more than 8,000 people, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

In Yemen, 3,200 cartons of dates were handed out to vulnerable groups in the Midi and Haradh districts of Hajjah governorate, benefiting 19,200 individuals, while the KSrelief-supported prosthetics and rehabilitation center in Aden governorate provided medical services to 372 amputees.

The center delivered some 954 services over the course of a month. These included measuring, manufacturing and fitting of prosthetics, along with delivery and maintenance services, as well as rehabilitation and physiotherapy for the patients.

In Jordan, KSrelief continues its 30th volunteer program at the Zaatari refugee camp for Syrians, with participation from various medical specialties.

To date, the program has offered healthcare in dermatology, gynecology, bone tumors, pediatrics, family medicine and physiotherapy, benefiting almost 600 people.

Since its launch in May 2015, KSrelief has carried out 3,393 projects worth almost $7.9 billion across 106 countries, in partnership with more than 309 organizations.


Crown prince sponsors launch of world-class Arabic calligraphy center in Madinah

Updated 23 December 2025
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Crown prince sponsors launch of world-class Arabic calligraphy center in Madinah

  • The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy was inaugurated by Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz

RIYADH: A new center for Arabic calligraphy under the patronage of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman officially opened in Madinah on Monday.

The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy was inaugurated by Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, governor of Madinah region.

He was joined by Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, touring the new facility’s exhibition spaces and receiving briefings on cultural programming and the center’s achievements.

They also viewed collections highlighting Arabic calligraphy’s artistic and historical importance.

Speaking at the opening, Prince Badr said: “From this land of enlightenment and scholarship, we proudly launch a global platform dedicated to Arabic calligraphy as an invaluable cultural asset.”

He went on to credit the crown prince’s “generous and boundless support” for the cultural sector.

The minister said that the center demonstrated to the world the legacy of Arabic calligraphy while underscoring Saudi Arabia’s commitment to safeguarding its cultural identity and heritage.

According to Prince Badr, the facility represents an ambitious vision to elevate Arabic calligraphy as both a universal communication tool and an integral element of Arab heritage, art, architecture and design.

The center further aims to enhance the Kingdom’s cultural identity and strengthen its international presence, targeting calligraphers, emerging talents, visual artists, Islamic arts researchers, educational and cultural institutions, as well as art and heritage enthusiasts worldwide.

It will deliver specialized programs including research and archival services, calligraphy instruction, academic grants, a permanent museum, touring exhibitions, an international calligraphy association and a business incubator supporting calligraphy enterprises.

Additional offerings feature artist residency programs, expert-led workshops, and standardized curriculum development, complemented by international educational partnerships aimed at heritage conservation and expanding global appreciation for this time-honored art form.

The center’s establishment in Madinah carries particular significance, given the city’s historical role as the cradle of Arabic calligraphy and its association with transcribing the Qur’an and preserving Islamic knowledge.