Kingdom expands aid efforts across 5 countries

Since 2015, KSrelief has implemented 4,066 projects in 109 countries. (SPA)
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Updated 17 January 2026
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Kingdom expands aid efforts across 5 countries

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief continues to provide vital assistance to some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.

In the Syrian Arab Republic, KSrelief distributed shelter kits in Aleppo governorate, benefiting 272 displaced families.

In Niger, the agency delivered 500 food baskets to families in Abala, Tillaberi region, supporting internally displaced persons, refugees and host communities.

In Sudan, 1,000 food baskets were distributed in Sheikan Locality, North Kordofan State, reaching 6,625 displaced people.

KSrelief also launched two major humanitarian projects in N’Djamena, Chad. The first involves distributing 800 tonnes of dates, while the second provides 13,500 women’s hygiene kits.

In Afghanistan, KSrelief distributed 481 food baskets to families in Maimana, Faryab Province.

Since 2015, KSrelief has implemented 4,066 projects in 109 countries, spending more than $8.28 billion on food security, health, education, water and sanitation, shelter and early recovery.


Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

Updated 24 February 2026
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Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

  • Asaad Al-Shaibani and Prince Faisal bin Farhan also discuss developments in Syria and the wider region, as well as bilateral cooperation
  • This year’s Founding Day marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State

RIYADH: Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad Al-Shaibani, on Monday congratulated his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on Founding Day, which this year marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State.

During their telephone conversation the ministers also discussed the latest developments in Syria and the wider region, along with ways in which they might strengthen bilateral relations, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Prince Faisal reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and highlighted the need for regional stability and security, the Syrian Arab News Agency said.

Founding Day, which was introduced in 2022, is celebrated each year on Feb. 22 and marks the founding of the First Saudi State in 1727.