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WFP requires us$16.9 billion in 2025 to respond to unrelenting humanitarian needs

Hunger is nearing levels that were last seen during the global food crisis sparked by the pandemic. ROME —The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has launched its 2025 Global Outlook, calling for US$16.9 billion to address global food needs and the alarming gap between needs and resources. WFP's flagship 2025 Global Outlook, launched today, shows that 343 million people across 74 countries are acutely food insecure, a 10 per cent increase from last year and just shy of the record hit during the pandemic. The country contexts in which WFP operates are becoming more complex, making reaching people in need more difficult and costly. A stream of global crises ......Read More

Friday, November 22, 2024

Wfp welcomes us$25 million grant from ksrelief for its operations in yemen

JEDDAH – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has received a US$25 million contribution from Saudi Arabia through KSrelief to support its life-saving operations in Yemen over the next year. The agreement was signed by WFP Deputy Executive Director Carl Skau and H.E. Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Adviser to the Royal Court and ......Read More

Saturday, October 26, 2024

WFP Alarmed at Spreading Regional Displacement Crises in Middle East

Shot: 1-8Oct2024 Lebanon, Syria TRT: 3:44 :00-:06 - Damaged building in Saida, Lebanon Shot:5Oct24 :06-:24 - Convoy of Humanitarian Aid Moving from Beirut to Tyre Highway 51, Lebanon Shot: 5Oct24 :24-:40 - Offloading WFP food parcels in Tyre Tyre, Lebanon Shot: 5Oct24 :40-1:08 - SOT Matthew Hollingworth, WFP Lebanon Country Director (English) "We're delivering 1100 food parcels, food ration boxes along with bread from the World Food Programme, but also critically needed water, sanitation, and hygiene materials from our friends at UNICEF. We're delivering here to the Lebanese Red Cross. One of our critical partners, providing humanitarian ......Read More

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

SPL announces 2024-25 RSL Fixtures List

RSL campaign begins August 22, 2024 The opening round of games takes place from August 22-24, with reigning RSL champions Al Hilal beginning their title defence at Al Okhdood Newly introduced "Magic Rounds", aimed at providing an exhilarating experience over the course of a single weekend, will feature derbies across Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province in Matchweeks 9 and 26 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 15 July 2024: The Saudi Pro League (SPL) Competitions Department announced on Sunday the fixtures for the 2024-25 Roshn Saudi League (RSL) season, with the new campaign beginning on August 22, 2024. In planning the 306-match long journey, FIFA days, AFC ......Read More

Monday, July 15, 2024
WFP Response to new IPC Food Security Assessment on Gaza

ROME – The latest food security assessment on Gaza confirms the concerns of the World Food Programme (WFP) about the ongoing levels of severe hunger across the Gaza Strip and shows the critical importance of sustained access to all areas of Gaza. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report on Gaza paints a stark picture of ongoing hunger, finding that 96 percent of the population is facing acute food insecurity at crisis level or higher (IPC Category 3+), with almost half a million people in catastrophic conditions (IPC Category 5). The new report indicates a slight improvement compared to the previous assessment in March, which warned of a potential ......Read More

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Join Badael and Sign the Pledge for a Smoke-Free Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, 29 May 2024 – As Badael - a PIF Company - marks its first anniversary, coinciding with World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, the company is pleased to announce the launch of the 'Clear the Air' campaign. This initiative calls upon individuals, organizations, and government entities to unite in creating a smoke-free Saudi ......Read More

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah Welcomes Visionary Hotelier Peter Katusak-Huzsvar as General Manager

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – March 2024 – The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah is delighted to usher in a new era of luxury and excellence with the appointment of Mr. Peter Katusak-Huzsvar as its esteemed General Manager, effective immediately. A seasoned professional with an impressive track record in the industry, Peter brings with him a ......Read More

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Radisson hotel Riyadh Airport Announces its Ramadan menu through a successful Media Event

Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport announced their Ramadan offers through a successful Ramadan preview event, which saw a gathering of Radisson’s loyal guests, valued clients, VIPs, top media, and influencers. The evening was nothing short of magical, featuring enchanting oriental music along a delicious array of dishes from international ......Read More

Monday, March 4, 2024
STATEMENT BY PRINCIPALS OF THE INTER-AGENCY STANDING COMMITTEE - CIVILIANS IN GAZA IN EXTREME PERIL ...

21 February 2024: NEW YORK/GENEVA/ROME – In the less than five months that followed the brutal 7 October attacks and the ensuing escalation, tens of thousands of Palestinians – mostly women and children – have been killed and injured in the Gaza Strip. More than three quarters of the population have been forced from their homes, many multiple times, and face severe shortages of food, water, sanitation and healthcare – the basic necessities to survive. The health system continues to be systematically degraded, with catastrophic consequences. As of 19 February, only 12 out of 36 hospitals with inpatient capacity are still functioning, and only ......Read More

Thursday, February 22, 2024

Asharq Discovery's new original show ‘Bassma' showcases the inspiring journeys of trailblazing Arab ...

‘Bassma’ is one of the first original productions launched by Asharq Discovery. The series features exclusive interviews with Arab women showcasing their extraordinary achievements and the powerful impact they have had in their various fields. It offers new perspectives on Arab women, highlighting their ambitions and the ......Read More

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

International Pro Wrestling Championship 2024 to witness Indian and Pak wrestling heroes facing off

Organised by the World Professional Wrestling Hub (WPWH), the free-to-attend championship will be staged at Shabab Al-Ahili Club marking the return of Sangram Singh to the ring following a six-year hiatus. The championship will host five high-stakes wrestling match-ups featuring formidable opponents with international and Olympic ......Read More

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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