Amidst concerns about potential disruptions, Iran has denied any plans to use the Hajj pilgrimage for purposes beyond the traditional religious rites. Alireza Enayat, the Iranian ambassador to Saudi Arabia, stated on Saturday, June 15, 2024, that Iranian pilgrims have received "no instruction...
The Saudi Ministry of Interior has firmly stated that it will not allow the holy sites to be transformed into platforms for chanting that deviate from the principles of Islamic law. The ministry emphasized that the security and safety of pilgrims are "a red line, and there will be no compromi...
The Saudi authorities have revealed the use of drones in monitoring and tracking individuals violating Hajj regulations. The official account of the Saudi General Security on the X platform has shared videos showcasing drone operations in identifying and tracking individuals who are not adherin...
President of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, Rashad Al-Alimi, announced on Thursday, June 13th, 2024, that Saudi Arabia has deposited a new installment of its "generous" grant to Yemen's general budget. He stated that this will contribute to "paying salaries for gov...
The Arab Observatory for Human Rights has taken a significant step forward with the formation of a new Arab partnership for human rights work, according to Yemeni Member of Parliament and Arab Parliament member, Alwi Al-Basha bin Zaba'. Speaking to media outlets, bin Zaba' highlighted t...
The Minister of Awqaf and Guidance in the internationally recognized Yemeni government, Mohammed Shabibeh, announced on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, the completion of the deployment of 24,255 Yemeni pilgrims for this year's Hajj pilgrimage (1445 AH). Shabibeh stated in a statement carrie...
Yemeni member of the Shura Council and Arab Parliament, Alwi Al-Basha, participated in the first meeting of the Arab Human Rights Observatory's Board of Trustees on Saturday, June 8th, 2024. The meeting took place in Cairo under the chairmanship of Arab Parliament President and Chairman of the...
A delegation from the Houthi group, internationally designated as a terrorist organization, departed Sana'a International Airport on Thursday, June 6, 2024, to perform the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, according to Houthi-affiliated media outlets. The delegation, led by Yahya al-Razami, ...
President Rashad al-Alimi of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council met with Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman on Wednesday, June 5th, to discuss the latest developments in the ongoing Yemeni conflict and the need for Saudi support for ongoing reforms. According to the official Yeme...
The Yemeni Ministry of Awqaf (Endowments) and Guidance, recognized by the international community, has reported that over 14,000 Yemeni pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj this year. In a statement released on Saturday, June 1, 2024, the ministry announced that 14,32...
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Thursday, May 30th, the signing of an agreement with the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) worth $9.5 million to support crucial health projects in Yemen. The agreement, signed on the sidelines of the 77th World Health Ass...
The Saudi ambassador to Yemen, Mohammed Al-Jaber, has hailed the completion of the first phase of the Al-Abar international road rehabilitation, calling it a "road of life" for millions of Yemenis. In a tweet on Thursday, Al-Jaber highlighted the Saudi program for the development and ...
Manama, Bahrain - May 17, 2024: In his address at the 33rd Arab Summit, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman stressed the crucial role of maintaining security in the Red Sea region, emphasizing that freedom of navigation in this vital waterway is a global demand impacting the interests of t...
Yemen's Foreign Minister, Shaye'a Al-Zindani, denounced the Houthi militia's attacks in the Red Sea, emphasizing that these acts have caused significant harm to Yemenis and their Arab counterparts. In an interview with Bahraini newspaper "Al-Ayyam," obtained by "Bran Pre...
MANAMA, BAHRAIN - In a passionate address to the 33rd Arab Summit, Chairman of the Presidential Council Rashad Al-Alimi yesterday warned that the Houthi group's actions have "jeopardized the Palestinian cause, transforming it into a source of threat to the region and the world.&...