Day: June 8, 2024

The Islamic Resistance issued the following statement: "In support of our steadfast Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and in solidarity with their brave and honorable resistance, and after careful monitoring and tracking of the "Israeli" enemy forces at Al-Raheb site, at 1:10 am on Saturday, June 8, 2024, and as a group of soldiers moved within the site, the Islamic Resistance fighters targeted them with artillery shells." Source: National News Agency - Lebanon

San Jose: President Rodrigo Chaves Robles of the Republic of Costa Rica has met with Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Climate Envoy Adel Aljubeir here on the sidelines of the high-level event on ocean action. During the meeting, Aljubeir conveyed the greetings of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, along with their wishes for further progress and prosperity for Costa Rica and its people. The two sides discussed means to enhance cooperation in various fields, as well as regional and international issues of common concern. Source: Saudi Press Agency

Manama: The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) signed an agreement with BNP Paribas Bahrain to restore several houses around the Bahrain Fort in Manama. The agreement was signed by Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, BACA President, and Amine Bel Hadj Soulami, CEO of BNP Paribas Middle East and Africa. Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed affirmed BACA's commitment to cooperate with the private sector, lauding the joint work with BNP Paribas. He said that this cooperation and support reflects the depth of cultural relations between Bahrain and France, adding that the agreement will contribute to the project to restore the area surrounding the Bahrain Fort, which was registered on the World Heritage List in 2005, With a contribution from the French excavation teams headed by the French archaeologist Dr. Monique Kervran. For his part, Soulami expressed his pleasure in cooperating with BACA to restore the historic building of the French excavation mission, reiterating BNP Paribas's commitment to their responsibility for social partnership and sustainability. He also highlighted BNP Paribas' care to initiatives that support cultural heritage. Source: Bahrain News Agency

Riyadh: The Saudi Water Authority (SWA), headed by Eng. Abdullah bin Ibrahim Al-Abdulkarim, concluded its visit to the Kingdom of the Netherlands from 5 to 6 June 2024. During the visit, officials held meetings and discussed opportunities for cooperation, partnerships, and research and scientific exchange in the field of the water sector with several specialized bodies and centers. They also reviewed the transformations taking place in this vital sector worldwide, and ways to improve and develop it to achieve growth and sustainability goals. Source: Saudi Press Agency

Makkah: The Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites, in collaboration with its partners, is offering convenient transportation for pilgrims during this year's Hajj season. The commission has activated shuttle buses to transport over 365,000 pilgrims to and from the Grand Mosque. This initiative aims to enhance pilgrims' experience, facilitate their movement and ensure a smooth and efficient transportation system. Source: Saudi Press Agency

Manama: Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Council of Representatives Speaker, sent two congratulatory cables to Ahmad Al Safadi, Speaker of House of Representatives, and Faisal Akef Al Fayez, President of the Jordanian Senate, on King Abdullah II's accession to the throne anniversary. Al Musallam praised the depth of bilateral relations, supported by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan. He emphasised the Council of Representatives' support and activate the role in parliamentary diplomacy, and its commitment to enhance bilateral cooperation in all forums and participations, in a way that serves the interests of the two countries. The Speaker also sent a similar cable to Rami Saleh Wreikat Al Adwan, Jordanian Ambassador to Bahrain. Source: Bahrain News Agency