Saudi FM holds talks with counterparts from Iraq, Jordan, Turkiye and Spain

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate telephone calls on Saturday with his counterparts from Iraq, Jordan, Turkiye and Spain. (SPA/AFP/Reuters/File Photos)
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Updated 17 January 2026
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Saudi FM holds talks with counterparts from Iraq, Jordan, Turkiye and Spain

  • Discussions focused on efforts to enhance cooperation and support security and stability in the Middle East region

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate telephone calls on Saturday with his counterparts from Iraq, Jordan, Turkiye and Spain to discuss relations and the latest regional and international developments, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

According to SPA, the discussions with Fuad Hussein, Ayman Safadi, Hakan Fidan and Jose Manuel Albares focused on efforts to enhance cooperation and support security and stability in the Middle East region.


Jazan Festival highlights Fifa’s local heritage

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Jazan Festival highlights Fifa’s local heritage

JAZAN: The Fifa governorate pavilion at the Jazan Festival offers visitors a vivid glimpse into the region’s local heritage, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Part of the “This is Jazan” event at Cultural Street until Feb. 15, the pavilion reflects the area’s cultural identity and rich traditions.

It showcases daily life through traditional clothing, handicrafts, coffee-making tools, and heritage artifacts, highlighting the diversity of local crafts.

The pavilion also features models of agricultural terraces and mountain villages, illustrating Fifa’s distinctive natural environment, the SPA reported.

It has drawn large crowds eager to learn about traditional attire and social customs, with staff providing explanations.

Live demonstrations turn visits into interactive experiences, deepening visitors’ connection to the region’s spirit.

Organizers said Fifa’s participation highlights its heritage and raises awareness of its value in the region’s cultural landscape.