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Leaders
12 hours ago
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Saudi Arabia Provides GCC Residents with Year-Round Umrah Access
Citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries can now perform Umrah at any time of the year, according to Gulf News. Saudi Arabia announced that peoples of GCC countries are permitted to perform Umrah and can enter the Kingdom through all land, air, and sea ports. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah noted that pilgrims can obtain Umrah permits from the official Nusuk application. Moreover, residents of GCC countries, not just citizens, can also perform Umrah using multiple types of visas. These visas include the following: Umrah visas available via Transit visas issued in partnership with Saudi Airlines and Flynas ( and Tourist visas that residents can get from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' official portal ( Crucially, all pilgrims should obtain a prior permit through the Nusuk app for Umrah and prayer in the Rawdah Al Sharifah in order to access the holy sites. Related Topics: Saudi Arabia Launches New Umrah Season for 1447 Hijri Year Madinah to Host Second Umrah and Ziyarah Forum Tomorrow Saudi Arabia Sets April 13 as Final Umrah Entry Date Short link : Post Views: 7 Related Stories
Leaders
13 hours ago
- Leaders
Riyadh Metro Opens New Orange Line Station
Saudi Public Transport Authority in Riyadh unveiled on Thursday the launch of a new station on the city's Orange Line, Hassan bin Thabet Street Station, according to Gulf News. Hassan bin Thabet Street Station The new station will further expand the Kingdom's urban transit network and accelerate the modernization of Riyadh's public transportation. Hassan bin Thabet Street Station will also foster the overall connectivity across the city for both visitors and residents. Orange Line The Orange Line on January 5, the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) announced the official beginning of operations at the Riyadh Metro's Orange Line (Al Madinah Al Munawwarah Axis). The announcement marked the completion of all six lines of the Riyadh Metro Network which features 85 stations including four key stations. Spanning from Jeddah Road to the Second Eastern Ring Road, the Orange Line extends from east to west with a total length of 41 kilometers. Therefore, passengers can access the following stations through this line: Jeddah Road Tuwaiq Al Dawh Harun Al Rashid Road An Naseem (an interchange station that links the Orange and Purple lines) Hassan bin Thabet Street Riyadh Metro The Orange Line The project represents a significant milestone in the Kingdom's public transportation system bringing new horizons of innovation, comfort, as well as sustainability. In the light of this, the Riyadh Metro serves as the cornerstone in Saudi Arabia's pursuit to build an advanced urban future characterized by connectivity and innovation. Interestingly, the designs perfectly align with sustainability standards with a special focus on the proper use of environmentally friendly materials. Therefore, it stands as a testament to the project's vision towards elevating the urban environment. The Orange Line Crucially, passengers may identify destinations and purchase tickets through the 'Darb' mobile application and ticket offices as well as self-service machines at the stations. To get further information, people can contact the unified public transport Call Center at 19933 or visit the Riyadh Metro website ( or social media accounts as well. Related Topics: Eid Al-Adha 2025: Your Guide to Riyadh Metro Operating Hours Riyadh Metro, Public Transport Buses Extend Hours during Ramadan Riyadh Metro Expands with Iconic Qasr Al-Hokm Station Opening Short link : Post Views: 52
Leaders
a day ago
- Leaders
Saudi Cabin Manager Passes away on Board Saudia Flight to London
Saudia has unveiled the demise of Cabin Manager Mohsen Saeed Al Zahrani who passed away due to a sudden health issue aboard a flight from Jeddah to London on Thursday, June 26, according to Gulf News. Al Zahrani received immediate medical attention from the flight crew and onboard personnel. However, the Saudi national carrier announced his death after an emergency landing at Cairo International Airport. 'Our heartfelt condolences go out to Al Zahrani's family, colleagues, and friends,' Saudia said. The airline mourned the cabin manager and described his death as a tragic loss of one of the airline's most devoted team members. Saudia also said that Al Zahrani had been 'a model of commitment, integrity, and professionalism.' Moreover, the company expressed its appreciation to the crew of Flight SV119 for professionally dealing with this difficult situation. It also extended gratitude to the passengers for their patience and cooperation during this 'extraordinary circumstances.' 'Saudia remains fully committed to supporting his loved ones and all those affected by this profound loss,' the airline added. Currently, Saudia is coordinating with the Saudi Embassy in Egypt to fully complete procedures for the repatriation of Al Zahrani's body to the Kingdom. Related Topics: Saudia, Aseer Development Authority Cooperate on Boosting Tourism Delta Airlines, Saudia Sign Codeshare Agreement to Enhance Global Network Saudia Gears up to Launch Lilium's Electric Jet Short link : Post Views: 203
Yemen Online
a day ago
- Business
- Yemen Online
UAE's Air Arabia to resume flights to Iraq after Iran-Israel truce
Air Arabia, a low-cost carrier located in Sharjah, the UAE, will resume flights to neighboring countries, including Iraq, on July 1, following the reopening of regional airspace after Iran and Israel's 12-day battle. The carrier confirmed the gradual resumption of previously stopped flights as regional airspaces have been reopened following a ceasefire deal between Iran and Israel, according to Gulf News. The airline will resume flight operations to Iraqi destinations, including Baghdad, Erbil, and Basra. Air Arabia will also restart flights to Iran, Russia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. Iraqi Airways resumed flights on Wednesday, a day after Iran and Israel reached a ceasefire agreement following a 12-day conflict in which Tel Aviv and Tehran exchanged missile and drone raids. After Israel struck Iran on June 13, claiming that its goal was to prevent the country from getting nuclear weapons, airlines continued to avoid huge sections of the Middle East. This avoidance was due to continuous missile clashes between Israel and Iran, the most recent interruption in the region.
Iraqi News
2 days ago
- Business
- Iraqi News
UAE's Air Arabia to resume flights to Iraq after Iran-Israel truce
Baghdad ( – Air Arabia, a low-cost carrier located in Sharjah, the UAE, will resume flights to neighboring countries, including Iraq, on July 1, following the reopening of regional airspace after Iran and Israel's 12-day battle. The carrier confirmed the gradual resumption of previously stopped flights as regional airspaces have been reopened following a ceasefire deal between Iran and Israel, according to Gulf News. The airline will resume flight operations to Iraqi destinations, including Baghdad, Erbil, and Basra. Air Arabia will also restart flights to Iran, Russia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. Iraqi Airways resumed flights on Wednesday, a day after Iran and Israel reached a ceasefire agreement following a 12-day conflict in which Tel Aviv and Tehran exchanged missile and drone raids. After Israel struck Iran on June 13, claiming that its goal was to prevent the country from getting nuclear weapons, airlines continued to avoid huge sections of the Middle East. This avoidance was due to continuous missile clashes between Israel and Iran, the most recent interruption in the region.
