Wadha Al‑Or‘ayir… Mother of the Weak and the Needy
She witnessed all the battles of King Abdulaziz, surrounded him with affection and loyalty, and became one of those he relied upon in managing the internal affairs of his palace. Prepared by: Mansour Al‑Assaf King Abdulaziz—may God rest his soul—was keen on uniting the tribes and families of the Arabian...
Read moreEvents from King Saud’s Visit to the City of Buraidah in 1379 AH
By Saud Al‑Mutairi Aside from the visits he made while accompanying his father—when he was still Crown Prince—King Saud bin Abdulaziz made three official visits to the city of Buraidah. The first was on 1 Jumada Al‑Akhirah 1373 AH, only three months after assuming the throne; the second in Jumada...
Read moreAbdullah Al‑Saad: From Bedouin Life to the Ministry
The biographies of the nation’s men are part of its history, and it is our duty not to forget their great contributions to building the administrative foundations of the state, as well as their roles in cultural development, economic progress, and intellectual life. Among these figures is the late Sheikh...
Read moreSpeaking about King Saud stirs deep emotions
Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al‑Faisal — may God grant him success — wrote in Al‑Jazirah newspaper on 10‑10‑1435 AH an article titled “King Saud and the Mishrāq (the Dawn)”, reminding readers of some of the blessings God bestowed upon King Saud, and of the many favors King Saud bestowed...
Read moreKing Saud’s Position During the 1956 Crisis
In the aftermath of the Second World War, the Middle East faced serious challenges that brought Egypt and Saudi Arabia—sister nations—into a closer alignment. This rapprochement reached its most vivid expression during the crisis Egypt confronted and the aggression launched against it in 1956. It would be illogical to reduce...
Read morePrince Abdullah bin Abdulrahman
A Reading in the Book Prince Abdullah bin Abdulrahman, authored by Suleiman bin Mohammed Al‑Hadeethi, published in Lebanon by Jadawel Publishing House and available in Saudi Arabia A new book has been published in Beirut by Jadawel Publishing House, written by Suleiman bin Mohammed Al‑Hadeethi, about the life of Prince...
Read moreKing Saud’s Decision to Establish Girls’ Education
From Opposition to Girls’ Schooling to 300 Colleges and Institutes and 2.5 Million Female Students Anyone who traces the history of women’s education in Saudi Arabia will encounter numerous indicators reflecting the leadership’s deep concern for educating women as a vital pillar in building society. These indicators include the support...
Read moreThe Burmese Community During the Reign of King Saud
On the 18th of Muharram, 1352 AH, King Abdulaziz — may God have mercy on him — sent a private telegram to his heir, his son King Saud, advising him: “You must look after the affairs of Muslims in general, and your family in particular. Treat the elder among them...
Read moreAl‑Ukhdood”… A City That Embraces King Saud’s Cave
A Strategic Site of Control and Surveillance Najran – Ali Aoun Al‑Yami Al‑Ukhdood is located in the village of Al‑Qabil on the southern bank of Wadi Najran. It is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the Najran region. This is the very city mentioned in the famous...
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