Coalition launches anti-terror media initiative in Jordan

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The workshop was attended by Maj. Gen. Mohammed Al-Moghedi, the coalition's secretary-general, and Mohammad Al-Momani, Jordanian minister of government communication and government spokesman. (SPA)
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Updated 09 September 2025
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Coalition launches anti-terror media initiative in Jordan

RIYADH: The Saudi-backed Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition launched a new initiative in Amman, Jordan, to raise awareness about terrorism and counter inciting media campaigns.

The initiative includes a three-day workshop for Jordanian journalists on the role of conventional and digital media in preventing terrorism, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Mohammad Al-Momani, Jordan’s minister of government communication and government spokesman, said the initiative aligns with Jordan’s firm stance against terrorism and extremism.

He emphasized the importance of collective action to confront extremist ideology and promote a culture of moderation, the SPA reported.

Maj. Gen. Mohammed Al-Moghedi, the coalition's secretary-general, said the initiative reflects the coalition’s belief in the media’s impact and highlighted Jordan’s key role in addressing regional security challenges.

Meanwhile, the coalition received a delegation from the Bangladesh Defense Services Command and Staff College in Riyadh.

Maj. Gen. Abdullah Al-Qurashi, the coalition’s assistant military commander, welcomed the delegation and highlighted the importance of familiarizing them with the coalition’s efforts to combat all forms of terrorism.

The delegation was briefed on the coalition’s mechanisms, including its strategic initiatives, training programs, and counterterrorism operations.


Saudi Arabia now has over 1,900 care centers for 60,000 children

There are now more than 1,900 licensed childcare centers in Saudi Arabia providing services to over 60,000 children. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia now has over 1,900 care centers for 60,000 children

  • Nationwide care for children from birth to age 10
  • 24-hour support for pilgrims in Makkah, Madinah

RIYADH: There are now more than 1,900 licensed childcare centers in Saudi Arabia providing services to over 60,000 children, the Ministry of Human Resources said on Monday.

The ministry supervises the centers across 13 regions to ensure high quality services. They provide safe havens for children when their parents are not present, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Childcare centers in the Kingdom offer a range of programs aimed at improving children’s cognitive and social skills, so they can speak clearly and express feelings.

The growth of services in 2025 reflects increased demand for early childhood development support, the SPA said.

The ministry’s services include independent centers that run from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. for children from birth to the age of 10.

There are also workplace centers that serve the children of employees during office hours, and mobile ones for those between 1 and 10.

Home centers care for children from birth to the age of 6; and there is also 24-hour provision for pilgrims in Makkah and Madinah.

The ministry has improved its online application process for those seeking licenses to operate. And is supporting providers financially through the Human Resources Development Fund.

It also provides consultations and guidance through specialized training workshops.

The ministry is updating legislation and raising the level of oversight to ensure a safe environment for the development of children.