Category: General

Cairo, Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, participated in a joint parliamentary session, held at the Egyptian House of Representatives and co-chaired by the Speaker and his Egyptian counterpart Hanafi Ali Jebali.

Fawzia bint Abdullah Zainal, Bahraini Ambassador to Egypt, attended the session.

Al Musallam expressed deep appreciation and pride in the solid historical Bahraini-Egyptian relations, extending over thousands of years, since the Dilmun civilisation and the great Nile Valley civilisation.

He praised the progress of cooperation between the two countries and the supporting stances at various times, supported by the interest of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El Sisi of Egypt, with the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and His Excellency Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt.

The Bahraini Speaker appreciated the strong bilateral ties
that are underpinned by civilisational, religious, cultural, social ties, and a common belief in the same destiny.

He pointed out that Bahrain’s hosting of the next Arab summit will constitute a new phase for joint Arab action, in light of the continuous coordination and the meeting of HM the King and HE the Egyptian President last week.

Al Musallam affirmed parliamentary support for enhancing bilateral cooperation in the economic and investment sectors, increasing trade and tourism exchange, and all development fields.

Speaker Jebali praised the efforts of HM the King and HE the President, and the follow-up of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and HE the Egyptian Prime Minister, in enhancing cooperation in various domains.

The Egyptian Speaker appreciated the keenness and interest of His Majesty the King and his outstanding efforts in strengthening Arab cooperation and solidarity.

He lauded the outcome of the talks between HM the King and HE the Egyptian President, in enhancing cooperation and su
pporting collective efforts to achieve just and comprehensive peace.

Jebali pointed out that Bahrain’s hosting of the upcoming Arab Summit would contribute to fostering joint Arab action, addressing key issues, and strengthening cooperation across all domains.

He affirmed the support for legislative cooperation, continuous parliamentary coordination, and support for the Egyptian-Bahraini partnership, particularly in the economic, investment and development sectors, and increasing the exchange of expertise between the two councils and the General Secretariat.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Gaza – Together – Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), said that it bombed Israeli forces that penetrated east of Juhr al-Dik in the central Gaza Strip with mortar shells.

Source: Maan News Agency

Bethlehem – Ma’an – Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Hani Al-Hayek stressed the importance of working to limit the damage caused to archaeological sites in the Gaza Strip, as a result of the Israeli aggression.

Minister Hayek’s speech came during his meeting with institutions working in the field of cultural heritage in Palestine, in the presence of Undersecretary Saleh Tawafsheh and Jihad Yassin, Director General of Museums and Excavations. The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in the city of Bethlehem and included the Center for Cultural Heritage Preservation, the Hebron Rehabilitation Committee, the Welfare Association, and the Hebron Rehabilitation Foundation. gallery.

Al-Hayek spoke about the crisis that the tourism sector and the cultural heritage sector in Palestine are going through as a result of the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip, stressing the necessity of cooperation to overcome this crisis with the least possible losses.

He stressed the
need for joint action among everyone to serve Palestine, as the process of inventorying the damage to archaeological and historical sites requires concerted efforts among everyone in order to complete the process of inventorying and documenting the damage.

He spoke about the necessity of developing a common vision and foundations for everyone to work on in order to intensify work with international donors and mobilize international support for the reconstruction of destroyed archaeological and heritage sites. Through joint work, we will succeed in rebuilding what was destroyed by the occupation, which targets everything Palestinian on this land.

Minister Hayek said: The Israeli occupation deliberately targets archaeological and historical sites in Palestine due to their great role in strengthening the Palestinian national identity and promoting sustainable development. Targeting these sites means erasing an important part of the Palestinian national identity.

The meeting discussed ways to coordinate joint
efforts to serve the cultural heritage sector in Palestine, in addition to ways to overcome obstacles to the process of inventorying the damage to the cultural heritage sector in the Gaza Strip, in addition to discussing the best ways and mechanisms to be followed to preserve historical and archaeological buildings in Palestine.

Source: Maan News Agency

The Directorate of Military Intelligence announced that the Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani, directed that all officers and military personal in all ranks be banned from appearing in military uniform on social media sites, and violators will be held accountable./End

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler announced that his country and Iraq have taken a decision to establish a joint operations center between the two countries.

Guler said in a press statement: ‘We will continue to work together to see what we can do. After that, the responsibilities of the joint center will become clear.’

The Turkish Defense Minister’s statements come after a visit made by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan yesterday, Monday, to the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, accompanied by a high-level ministerial delegation.

Erdogan had met his Iraqi counterpart, Abdul Latif Rashid, and Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani, and the visit included the signing of a series of bilateral agreements, in addition to dealing with the security file and combating terrorism.

Regarding the confidence-building measures meetings between Turkey and Greece, Guler stated that “the meetings are positive and take place in mutual good faith.”

Turkey and Greece held a new round of confidence-building meetings in the c
apital, Athens, the day before yesterday, attended by Ambassadors and high-level military officials.

Regarding the developments in the process of purchasing F-16 aircraft from the United States, Guler said: ‘We are conducting our contacts and will reveal all our positions soon.’

Turkey intends to purchase 40 F-16 aircraft from the United States, and modernize its aircraft of the same model in the Turkish army fleet, but the issue faced some obstacles in the US Congress, according to Turkish sources./End

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Caretaker Justice Minister, Judge Henry Khoury, on Wednesday received at his ministerial office head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) delegation in Lebanon, Simone Casabianca Aeschlimann.

The meeting discussed the humanitarian situation in Lebanon and the committee’s efforts to meet humanitarian needs amid the current developments in southern Lebanon.

The ICRC activities in Lebanese prisons and detention centers were also reviewed, and discussions were held on ways to cooperate between the International Committee and the Ministry of Justice.

Emphasis was especially placed on “the importance of activating the work of the National Committee for International Humanitarian Law.”

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

Aden, In March, the Prostheses and Rehabilitation Center in Aden extended medical services to 289 Yemeni individuals who had suffered limb loss.

This support was made possible through the assistance provided by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief).

During the previous month, the center delivered a total of 632 services, with males comprising 65 percent of the beneficiaries, while females accounted for 35 percent.

Among the recipients, 61 percent were displaced individuals, while 39 percent were residents.

The services provided encompassed the installation and rehabilitation of artificial limbs, physical therapy, and specialized consultations.

This initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s commitment to humanitarian and relief projects through its humanitarian arm, KSrelief, aimed at alleviating the suffering of the Yemeni people.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh: The Human Rights Commission held here today the symposium “Enhancing Cooperation in Combating Trafficking in Persons”.

The symposium, which highlighted the urgent need for heightened international collaboration to fight human trafficking, brought together local and foreign officials and specialists, and representatives of various embassies.

Speakers stressed the need to move beyond traditional methods and adopt innovative tools and more accurate identification methods to effectively locate victims and potential victims. Participants also stressed the need for timely and appropriate care and support for victims, for respecting their dignity and for efforts to protect individuals from exploitation.

Throughout the discussions, a human rights-based approach was championed. It prioritizes victim safety and well-being, advocating for equality, non-discrimination, and the reintegration of victims into society.

The symposium also called for identifying the root causes of human trafficking and for closing
legal loopholes that allow perpetrators to evade punishment, so that, ultimately, justice for victims is ensured.

Speaking at the symposium, Human Rights Commission President and National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking Chairwoman Dr. Hala Al-Tuwaijri said that key strategies to combat these crimes include strengthening and enforcing legislation, ensuring justice for victims, and providing them with comprehensive care and support. She also said that public awareness campaigns and education about the dangers and consequences of human trafficking are crucial.

Al-Tuwaijri said people should be encouraged to report trafficking cases, adding that training programs for improved detection and handling of such cases are important.

She underscored the need for enhanced international and national cooperation among all stakeholders in the fight against human trafficking.

Al-Tuwaijri said that the commission is implementing the second phase of a project to bolster the Kingdom’s efforts to protect victims of hum
an trafficking that is a collaborative effort of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime and the International Organization for Migration. The project is the result of memoranda of understanding signed by the Kingdom with these two organizations. Its goal is to unify efforts and use a comprehensive approach to combat these crimes.

Al-Tuwaijri further emphasized that the current global climate of crises and conflicts has created fertile ground for human trafficking and the exploitation of people. This, she argued, makes it imperative to strengthen international cooperation to combat this crime.

To that end, she said, the commission organized the symposium, which fosters exchange of expertise and enhances coordination, and whose goals are to tackle human trafficking, prevent it from happening, mitigate its impact on victims and ultimately safeguard them.

The symposium, which drew extensive local, international, and diplomatic participation, addressed a wide range of topics, including legislative and institutional f
rameworks for combating human trafficking, relevant regional and international instruments and conventions, and best practices for raising awareness, and improving prevention and victim protection.

Participants also explored current trends and developments in human trafficking, along with global challenges and solutions.

International partnerships and innovative preventive measures were other topics of discussion.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Abha, The second edition of the “Aseer Exhibition for Real Estate, Construction and Financial Products” will start on April 30 at the Prince Sultan Cultural Center in the Khamis Mushait Governorate under the patronage of Asir Region Governor and Chairman of Aseer Development Authority Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz.

The three-day exhibition is organized by the Abha Chamber of Commerce and Industry and one of the national companies and is expected to attract a large number of real estate developers, and housing, real estate and financial product dealers.

Abha Chamber’s Secretary General Dr. Riyad Al Aqran said the exhibition is an opportunity to present investment opportunities in various sectors and as such, is bound to attract investment and financing in Asir region real estate sector.

He urged real estate developers, financial product dealers and investors to take part in the exhibition, display their products and learn about other companies to get an idea about the future of urban development in A
sir and the Kingdom as a whole, as well as to find out about the state’s facilities and initiatives in the real estate and financial product sector, and find new global markets.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Makkah: The Muslim World League (MWL) has condemned in the strongest terms the relentless horrific war crimes committed by the Israeli occupation forces in Gaza Strip.

MWL Secretary General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa condemned in a statement the crimes committed in Gaza Strip, the latest of which discovered upon finding mass graves at the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Yunis.

Al-Issa denounced the international community’s failure to stop these continuous violations of all humanitarian and international values and norms, which unleashes further brutality and exacerbation of human tragedies and destruction, and reiterated the call for the international community to assume its legal and moral responsibilities and bring about a cessation of mass murders and destruction.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Cairo, Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, participated in a joint parliamentary session, held at the Egyptian House of Representatives and co-chaired by the Speaker and his Egyptian counterpart Hanafi Ali Jebali.

Fawzia bint Abdullah Zainal, Bahraini Ambassador to Egypt, attended the session.

Al Musallam expressed deep appreciation and pride in the solid historical Bahraini-Egyptian relations, extending over thousands of years, since the Dilmun civilisation and the great Nile Valley civilisation.

He praised the progress of cooperation between the two countries and the supporting stances at various times, supported by the interest of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El Sisi of Egypt, with the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and His Excellency Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt.

The Bahraini Speaker appreciated the strong bilateral ties
that are underpinned by civilisational, religious, cultural, social ties, and a common belief in the same destiny.

He pointed out that Bahrain’s hosting of the next Arab summit will constitute a new phase for joint Arab action, in light of the continuous coordination and the meeting of HM the King and HE the Egyptian President last week.

Al Musallam affirmed parliamentary support for enhancing bilateral cooperation in the economic and investment sectors, increasing trade and tourism exchange, and all development fields.

Speaker Jebali praised the efforts of HM the King and HE the President, and the follow-up of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and HE the Egyptian Prime Minister, in enhancing cooperation in various domains.

The Egyptian Speaker appreciated the keenness and interest of His Majesty the King and his outstanding efforts in strengthening Arab cooperation and solidarity.

He lauded the outcome of the talks between HM the King and HE the Egyptian President, in enhancing cooperation and su
pporting collective efforts to achieve just and comprehensive peace.

Jebali pointed out that Bahrain’s hosting of the upcoming Arab Summit would contribute to fostering joint Arab action, addressing key issues, and strengthening cooperation across all domains.

He affirmed the support for legislative cooperation, continuous parliamentary coordination, and support for the Egyptian-Bahraini partnership, particularly in the economic, investment and development sectors, and increasing the exchange of expertise between the two councils and the General Secretariat.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Gaza – Together – Israeli aircraft continued their bombing of various areas of the Gaza Strip on the 201st day of the war, leaving dozens of martyrs and wounded.

The Israeli occupation committed three massacres against families in the Gaza Strip, claiming 32 martyrs and 59 injuries during the past 24 hours, bringing the toll of the Israeli aggression to 34,183 martyrs and 77,143 injuries since the seventh of last October.

The occupation forces asked the residents of Beit Lahia to leave their homes towards Gaza City and the Jabalia camp on a new exodus.

The number of people who returned to Beit Lahia is estimated at about fifty thousand citizens.

The occupation aircraft launched a series of raids on the town located northwest of the Gaza Strip, which led to the destruction of a large number of homes and a mosque, the death of three citizens, and the wounding of many others.

The neighboring town of Beit Hanoun was also subjected to heavy artillery shelling.

The occupation targeted a house for the Dardouna
family in the Al-Salam neighborhood, east of Jabalia.

In Gaza City, two citizens were martyred and many others were injured in a bombing on a house for the Shteiwi family in the Al-Zaytoun neighborhood, while a number of citizens were injured by fragments of a missile fired by a reconnaissance plane in the Shujaiya neighborhood.

The occupation army destroyed Al-Raed Tower on Al-Jalaa Street in central Gaza City.

In the center of the Gaza Strip,

four martyrs died as a result of the occupation targeting a group of citizens in the vicinity of the Hyper Mall in the Nuseirat camp, while injuries occurred as a result of the occupation aircraft targeting agricultural land in the Trans-Baba area in the town of Al-Zawaida.

East of Al-Bureij camp was subjected to artillery shelling.

The occupation aircraft launched a raid on the vicinity of Al-Salhi Towers in the new camp, north of Nuseirat, and two raids on the vicinity of Wadi Gaza, north of Nuseirat.

In the south of the Gaza Strip

and in Khan Yunis, civil de
fense crews recovered on Tuesday in Khan Yunis Governorate 51 bodies of martyrs of different categories and ages from the Nasser Medical Complex.

The Civil Defense confirmed that 30 of the bodies were identified and the rest were unknown, bringing the total number recovered to date to 324 martyrs, while crews recovered nine martyrs from various places in Khan Yunis.

In Rafah, three citizens from the Al-Bahabsa family were martyred in a bombing that targeted their house east of Rafah.

The martyrs were a father and two of his sons.

Source: Maan News Agency