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Advanced weaponry on show at Riyadh's falcons, hunting exhibition

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The event features dedicated sections for weapon accessories, allowing firearm owners to enhance their gear. (SPA)
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The event features dedicated sections for weapon accessories, allowing firearm owners to enhance their gear. (SPA)
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The Ministry of Interior is also showcasing cutting-edge technologies, including drones and thermal cameras equipped with advanced AI programs, at its pavilion at the exhibition. (SPA)
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The event features dedicated sections for weapon accessories, allowing firearm owners to enhance their gear. (SPA)
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Updated 08 October 2024

Advanced weaponry on show at Riyadh's falcons, hunting exhibition

Advanced weaponry on show at Riyadh's falcons, hunting exhibition
  • Saudi arms companies are displaying a variety of weapons and ammunition from over 55 global brands
  • Ministry of Interior’s pavilion features cutting-edge technology such as drones and thermal cameras equipped with AI

RIYADH: The International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition is currently highlighting a wide range of advanced weapons to appeal to hunting rifle and firearm enthusiasts.

The event, which is taking place until Oct. 12 at the Saudi Falcons Club in Malham, north of Riyadh, also features sections for weapon accessories, reported the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Saudi arms companies are displaying a variety of weapons and ammunition from over 55 global brands, including the latest Russian hunting rifles. These are lighter than their predecessors, feature larger ammunition capacities, and come equipped with precision night sights.

Leading American arms manufacturer Smith & Wesson is featuring this year’s individual firearms releases, along with older models. These are known for their lightweight design, solid barrel construction and signature safety features.

As well as weapons, visitors can peruse a wide array of firearm accessories, including shooting plates, targets, simulators, beads, scopes for rifles and pistols, red-dot sights, and extra ammunition stores.




The Ministry of Interior is also showcasing cutting-edge technologies, including drones and thermal cameras equipped with advanced AI programs, at its pavilion at the exhibition. (SPA)

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion features cutting-edge technology such as drones and thermal cameras equipped with advanced artificial intelligence.

These play a crucial role in boosting the operational capacity of the Special Forces for Environmental Security, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. They also enable a swift information exchange between command and field units, provide extensive coverage of large areas, and reduce the cost and time involved in environmental protection efforts.

In addition, the ministry is offering various services to visitors such as issuance and renewal of passports, the issuance, renewal and printing of national ID cards, and the printing of residence cards for expatriates.

Visitors can also find out about regulations for obtaining licenses to carry and own firearms and hunting weapons, as well as the penalties for violations.


Bedouin tents stand as symbols of heritage, hospitality 

Bedouin tents stand as symbols of heritage, hospitality 
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Bedouin tents stand as symbols of heritage, hospitality 

Bedouin tents stand as symbols of heritage, hospitality 

RIYADH: The Bedouin tent has long been a defining feature of life in the Arabian Peninsula, serving not only as shelter but also as cultural hub where traditions of hospitality, poetry and community thrive.

Jouf craftswoman Lufwa Al-Fuhaiqi inherited the art of tent-making from her mother and grandmother, and continues the tradition today.

She works with goat hair and Najdi sheep wool to preserve this historic craft, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.

The process begins with shearing the wool, then washing, drying and spinning it into strands before weaving these into large panels that form the tent. 

Al-Fuhaiqi explained to SPA that tent-making is a collaborative effort, with more hands easing and speeding the work.

Seasonal needs determine the type of tent. Black goat hair is favored in winter for its warmth, while white wool is used in summer for its cooling qualities.

Using simple tools such as a spindle, tightening rods, nails and sewing thread, Al-Fuqaihi creates tents that embody Bedouin heritage. 

By passing down these skills through generations, she and other craftswomen ensure the enduring legacy of the Bedouin tent as a symbol of identity and hospitality.


Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability

Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability
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Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability

Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability
  • Legal diplomacy key to resolving disputes, vice foreign minister tells Riyadh event

RIYADH: Under the patronage of Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji inaugurated the ministry’s first forum on World Law Day in Riyadh on Saturday.

The event was held at the Prince Saud Al-Faisal Institute for Diplomatic Studies in partnership with the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.

Participants in the opening ceremony included Walid Abanmi, chairman of the center’s board; Hamed Merah, CEO of the center; Mansour Al-Yami, deputy minister of support services at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Mohammed Al-Nasser, director-general of the General Administration of Legal Affairs at the ministry.

In his speech, Elkhereiji said the forum embodies a core value and a fundamental pillar of state stability and the protection of individual and community rights.

He emphasized that law is more than written texts, saying that it is an “integrated system of values and principles that guarantees justice and equality, preserves rights, and builds trust between the state and its citizens, and among states.”

Elkhereiji added that in today’s complex world, with increasing challenges and intersecting interests, international law and legal diplomacy are essential tools for resolving disputes, fostering cooperation, and achieving sustainable development.

He said that the ministry’s General Administration of Legal Affairs plays a pivotal role in representing the Kingdom internationally, safeguarding its interests, and upholding legal standards and international agreements.

Elkhereiji added that this work reflects positively on Ƶ and enhances its standing among nations.


Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week

Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week
Updated 8 min 40 sec ago

Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week

Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week
  • Suspected violations can be reported on the toll-free numbers

RIYADH: Saudi authorities arrested 21,339 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

A total of 12,955 people were arrested for violations of residency laws, while 4,198 were held over illegal border crossing attempts, and a further 4,186 for labor-related issues.

The Ministry of Interior said that anyone found to be facilitating illegal entry to the Kingdom, including providing transportation and shelter, could face imprisonment for a maximum of 15 years, a fine of up to SR1 million ($267,000), as well as confiscation of vehicles and property.

Suspected violations can be reported on the toll-free number 911 in the Makkah and Riyadh regions, and 999 or 996 in other regions of the Kingdom.


Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display

Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display
Updated 13 September 2025

Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display

Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display
  • Featuring echoes of the past and cherished memories, Salman Al-Omrani of Haql in Tabuk has transformed his private majlis to provide a glimpse into bygone days

RIYADH: Featuring echoes of the past and cherished memories, Salman Al-Omrani of Haql in Tabuk has transformed his private majlis to provide a glimpse into bygone days, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.

His passion and dedication have led to the development of an extensive heritage collection that includes copies of the Holy Qur’an, vintage newspapers, televisions, telephones, sewing machines, cassette tapes, traditional furniture, textiles and other artifacts.

These carefully curated items reflect Al-Omrani’s efforts to preserve cultural heritage and offer visitors a chance to explore authentic mementos of the community’s history, the SPA added. 

Al-Omrani said his love for national heritage inspired him to collect the treasures so that he could introduce younger generations to the lives of their ancestors and the Kingdom’s development journey.

He emphasized his commitment to continue collecting, displaying and documenting historical tools and artifacts, along with folk poems and songs, to instill pride and strengthen cultural identity.


Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30

Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30
Updated 13 September 2025

Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30

Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30

RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity, known as Mawhiba, confirmed that registration for the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity, “Ibdaa 2026,” will remain open until Sept. 30.

Organized in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the competition is open to intermediate and high school students across all regions of the Kingdom in 22 scientific fields, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

This annual competition is based on individual projects, evaluated according to set criteria and regulations. A panel of distinguished academics and specialists judges the projects electronically, selecting outstanding ones for higher competitive stages, culminating in participation in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in the US.

Last year’s event, “Ibdaa 2025,” saw a record registration of more than 291,000 students from 16 educational regions and 49 education departments.

It reflects the strong desire of Saudi students to achieve scientific excellence and underscores the growing commitment of decision-makers and Mawhiba’s partners to empower young talents and enhance their capabilities, the SPA reported.