Saudi King Salman receives message from Russian president

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji received the message from Russian Ambassador Sergey Kozlov. (SPA)
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Updated 30 December 2025
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Saudi King Salman receives message from Russian president

  • The two officials reviewed strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia

RIYADH: King Salman received a written message from Russian President Vladmir Putin regarding ties between the two countries.

Russian Ambassador to the Kingdom Sergey Kozlov delivered the message to Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji in Riyadh, the Foreign Ministry wrote in a post on X on Tuesday. 

The two officials reviewed strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia and discussed the latest regional and international developments, as well as the efforts made in this regard.  
 

 


Riyadh university gets top spot in education index

Updated 30 December 2025
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Riyadh university gets top spot in education index

  • The Impact Rankings evaluate higher education institutions based on their contributions to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, assessing educational, social, economic, and environmental impacts beyond traditional metrics

RIYADH: The Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University has secured first place in Saudi Arabia for the Quality Education 2025 index, according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, and ranked 29th globally. This accomplishment highlights the university’s educational leadership and sustainable social impact, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. 

The Impact Rankings evaluate higher education institutions based on their contributions to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, assessing educational, social, economic, and environmental impacts beyond traditional metrics.

The Quality Education Index (SDG 4) measures a university’s capacity to provide high-quality education, promote lifelong learning, and establish equity, as well as develop human resources essential for national development and community service.

IMSIU’s ranking reflects its commitment to improving the educational system, learning outcomes, and academic quality.