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SDRPY Highlights Urban Recovery Efforts, Signs UN-Habitat Agreement at WUF13 in Azerbaijan
Makkah: The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) is participating in the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, Azerbaijan, a global event organized by UN-Habitat that convenes decision-makers, experts, and international org…
Over 35,000 Carpets Maintained Across Grand Mosque for Worshippers’ Comfort
Mecca: Beneath the steady flow of worshippers at the Grand Mosque, tens of thousands of carpets play a central role in ensuring comfort for visitors arriving from around the world. More than 35,000 carpets cover the corridors and prayer areas of the G…
Pilgrim City in Khaybar Facilitates Arrival of Pilgrims with 24/7 Operations
Khaybar: The Pilgrim City in Khaybar Governorate is currently experiencing a significant influx of pilgrims arriving by land via the international highway that leads to the holy sites. Pilgrims from numerous Arab and Islamic countries are benefiting f…
Saudi Arabia’s Ihram Imports Exceed 44.6 Million Pieces in 2025
Riyadh: The Kingdom’s imports of ihram garments reached approximately 44.6 million pieces in 2025, reflecting the surging demand for Hajj and Umrah supplies.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), this significant volum…
Border Guard Continues Receiving Pilgrims Arriving via Jeddah Islamic Port
Jeddah: The General Directorate of Border Guard continues to receive pilgrims arriving to perform Hajj for the 1447 AH season through Jeddah Islamic Port as part of efforts to facilitate entry procedures and enhance the smooth flow of movement.
Acc…
Quality of Life Program Center Participates in WUF13 in Baku
Baku: The Quality of Life Program Center is participating as part of the Kingdom’s delegation at the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13), organized by the United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-Habitat) in Baku from May 12 to 22.
According to Saudi…
Riyadh Air Announces Public Ticket Sales for Riyadh-London Route
Riyadh: Riyadh Air, new national carrier, today announced the launch of full public sales for flights between Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and London Heathrow (LHR). This key route, which introduces the new aircraft on July 1, 2026…