Saudi Arabia acknowledges ‘effective cooperation’ after Lebanese authorities seize narco lab

The lab was being used to manufacture narcotic substances and precursor materials. (Saudi Interior Ministry)
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Updated 29 January 2026
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Saudi Arabia acknowledges ‘effective cooperation’ after Lebanese authorities seize narco lab

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia highlighted the productive cooperation between the Kingdom and Lebanon after the seizure of a drugs facility. 

The Saudi interior ministry said the lab was being used to manufacture narcotic substances and  precursor materials, in addition to firearms. 

The ministry statement, posted on social media early on Thursday, said the Kingdom acknowledges the effective cooperation with the Lebanese authorities in monitoring and controlling narcotic substances. 

The Kingdom reaffirmed its commitment to continuing efforts to combat criminal activities that threaten its security and youth through drugs, by confronting, thwarting, and apprehending those involved, the statement added. 


King Salman, crown prince share Ramadan greetings with leaders of Islamic nations

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King Salman, crown prince share Ramadan greetings with leaders of Islamic nations

  • The Saudi Supreme Court announced the sighting of the crescent moon on Tuesday, meaning the holy month would begin on Wednesday

RIYADH: On the announcement of the start of Ramadan, King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received congratulatory messages from leaders of Islamic countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported Tuesday.

The Saudi Supreme Court announced the sighting of the crescent moon on Tuesday, meaning the holy month would begin on Wednesday.

The king and crown prince sent replies thanking the leaders for their wishes and prayers. 

They also prayed for Ramadan to return goodness, blessings, and lasting security and stability to the Islamic nation, SPA added.