Downing Street spokesperson: ‘The PM expressed disappointment about the breakdown of the pause in fighting in Gaza, which had allowed hostages to be released’
Spokesperson: ‘The leaders discussed urgent efforts to ensure all remaining hostages are safely freed and to allow any remaining British nationals in Gaza to leave’
A sixth-century poet from the Bakr tribe, Tarafa bin Al-Abd was one of the seven renowned poets featured in the ancient Arabic poetry anthology. The Saudi Ministry of Culture is to stage the Tarafa bin Al-Abd Festival from Nov. 16 to 24 in Al-Ahsa, in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, to highlight the life, career, and works of the poet.
A major initiative being implemented in the holy city of Madinah, the Islamic World District Project is envisioned to offer high-quality residential and hospitality services to enrich the religious and cultural experiences of visitors, along with Umrah and Hajj pilgrims, during their visit to Madinah. The project is expected to include 18,000 hotel rooms upon completion, with eco-friendly means of transportation.
President Joe Biden has sought a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other needs, but it has faced a difficult reception on Capitol Hill