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Arab News
12 hours ago
- Health
- Arab News
Saudi Arabia's KSrelief performs over 4,484 successful eye surgeries in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia's King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) performed over 4,484 successful eye surgeries across Pakistan under a voluntary program to provide free medical services to the underprivileged, state-run media reported this week. The state-run Pakistan Television (PTV) reported on Thursday that KSrelief successfully concluded 11 comprehensive eye treatment camps in Pakistan under the 'Noor Saudi Volunteer Program 2025.' These camps, PTV said, were organized in collaboration with the Al-Basar International Foundation and Ibrahim Eye Hospital Karachi. The camps were held to provide free medical services to underprivileged individuals suffering from blindness or other eye-related ailments, it added. These camps were organized in both the urban and rural areas of Pakistan's Sindh, Balochistan, Punjab, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir regions where access to quality eye care services remains limited, PTV said. 'During the campaign, medical teams examined a total of 43,294 patients and performed over 4,484 successful surgeries,' the state television said. 'Additionally, 11,050 eyeglasses were distributed free of charge, along with the provision of prescribed medications to deserving patients.' It said these camps were conducted in various Pakistani cities such as Karachi, Matli, Kandhkot, Shikarpur, Hyderabad, Naseerabad, Kharan, Khuzdar, Jhelum and Rawalakot. The camps enabled thousands of patients to benefit from specialized eye treatments due to which many were able to regain their vision. 'This initiative reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's strong humanitarian commitment and its dedication to enhancing the lives of people affected by visual impairments,' PTV said. KSrelief has implemented hundreds of projects in Pakistan worth millions of dollars to improve the lives of vulnerable communities. Efforts include emergency relief for natural disasters, and long-term projects addressing food security, health care, education, and shelter. The Saudi charity organization has one of the largest humanitarian budgets available to any aid agency across the world, which has allowed its officials to undertake a wide variety of projects in more than 80 countries. Pakistan is the fifth largest beneficiary of its aid and humanitarian activities and has greatly benefited from its assistance since the 2022 monsoon floods.
Leaders
2 days ago
- Health
- Leaders
KSrelief Signs Agreement to Drill 78 Solar-Powered Wells in Nigeria
The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has signed a cooperation agreement to launch a major water project in Nigeria. Conducted via video conference, the agreement was made with a civil society organization to drill 78 medium-depth, solar-powered wells across 10 Nigerian states. The project is expected to benefit around 733,350 people. The agreement was signed at KSrelief's headquarters in Riyadh by Eng. Ahmed bin Ali Al-Baiz, Assistant Supervisor General for Operations and Programs. This initiative aims to provide safe and reliable drinking water for communities and livestock, address domestic water needs, and improve water access in under-resourced areas. It is also designed to curb the spread of waterborne diseases and parasites, reducing health risks—particularly for infants—and enhancing overall public health. Additionally, the wells will support better nutrition by ensuring access to clean water. The project is part of KSrelief's broader humanitarian efforts in the water and sanitation sector. Finally, it reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's commitment to improving living conditions and combating disease in vulnerable regions around the world. Related Topics : Saudi Arabia, Nigeria Partner to Unlock the $7.7 Trillion Global Halal Market KSrelief Clinics Provide Healthcare to 2,668 Refugees at Jordan's Zaatari Camp UN Rights Office: 36 Israeli Raids in Gaza Killed 'Only Women and Children' 4th RIHF: KSrelief Addresses Challenges to Global Humanitarian Efforts Short link : Post Views: 1 Related Stories
Leaders
7 days ago
- Health
- Leaders
Saudi Arabia Extends Healing Hand to Palestinian Child Injured in Gaza War
A beacon of hope now shines for Mohammed Khaled Hijazi, a 7-year-old Palestinian boy, as he arrived in Riyadh on Thursday with his family. Young Mohammed will receive specialized medical treatment in Saudi Arabia for severe injuries sustained during the recent conflict in Gaza. This compassionate initiative underscores the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to humanitarian aid. Mohammed tragically lost his right eye and suffered significant damage to his left eye during an explosion near his home. This devastating incident occurred in March within the Jabalia camp, located in northern Gaza. Consequently, his journey to recovery now begins in the Kingdom. Royal Directives Pave the Way for Compassionate Care Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud personally directed Mohammed's treatment in Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, this benevolent decision followed a direct recommendation from Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Authorities have since transferred Mohammed to the esteemed King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital and Research Center in Riyadh, ensuring he receives world-class care. Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), conveyed profound gratitude. He specifically thanked the Kingdom's leadership for their exceptional humanitarian gesture. This action undeniably reflects Saudi Arabia's persistent efforts to support the Palestinian people during periods of acute crisis. Moreover, it particularly focuses on vulnerable populations like children, who disproportionately bear the brunt of conflicts. Compassion and Solidarity Guide Saudi Aid This vital initiative forms an integral part of the Kingdom's broader humanitarian strategy, spear-headed by KSrelief, which consistently provides aid without any discrimination based on race, gender, or religious affiliation. Instead, their actions are deeply rooted in principles of profound compassion and international solidarity. The Hijazi family, for their part, expressed immense appreciation to the Saudi leadership for providing this critical care for their beloved son. They affirmed this gesture perfectly aligns with the Kingdom's historic and steadfast support for the Palestinian people. Short link : Post Views: 27
Arab News
13-06-2025
- Health
- Arab News
Palestinian child arrives in Saudi Arabia for treatment under King Salman's directives
RIYADH: Palestinian Mohammed Khaled Hijazi, 7, arrived in the Kingdom on Thursday with his parents to receive medical care and was immediately transferred to the King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital and Research Center in Riyadh. The supervisor general at the Saudi aid agency KSrelief, Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, thanked King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the humanitarian initiative to treat the Palestinian boy in the Kingdom. Al-Rabeeah said that Hijazi lost his right eye while his left eye was severely damaged by an explosion while he was playing with friends near their house, which was completely destroyed, in the Jabalia camp, north of Gaza, last month. The supervisor general prayed for the boy's speedy recovery and for the Palestinian people to be relieved of their suffering. He clarified that this initiative is a continuation of the relief and humanitarian efforts provided by the Kingdom to the Palestinian people in times of crisis and adversity, particularly the most vulnerable categories, such as children, who innocently pay the price of conflicts. Al-Rabeeah also saidthat the initiative is part of the humanitarian approach adopted by the Kingdom toward needy peoples through KSrelief, which does not discriminate based on gender, race, or religion, and is fundamentally rooted in noble human principles of compassion and human solidarity. The Palestinian boy's parents expressed their appreciation and gratitude to the Kingdom for treating their son, affirming that this brotherly gesture is not unusual from the Kingdom's leadership, which has always been known for its honorable stance in support of the Palestinian people.
Asharq Al-Awsat
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia to Treat Palestinian Child's Injuries Sustained during Gaza War
Palestinian child Mohammed Khaled Hijazi and his family arrived in Riyadh on Thursday where he will receive medical treatment for injuries sustained during Israel's war on Gaza. Hijazi, 7, had lost his right eye and suffered serious injury to the left in an explosion near his home in Jabalia camp, northern Gaza, in March. He is being treated at the directive of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and based on the recommendation of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Hijazi has been transferred to the King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital and Research Center in Riyadh. Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah expressed his gratitude to the Kingdom's leadership for its humanitarian gesture. The move reflects Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to support the Palestinian people during crises, particularly vulnerable groups such as children, who often suffer the most during conflicts, he remarked. The initiative is part of the Kingdom's humanitarian approach, led by KSrelief, which extends aid without discrimination based on race, gender, or religion, and is rooted in principles of compassion and solidarity, he stressed. For its part, the Hijazi family expressed its appreciation to the Saudi leadership for providing care for their son and said the gesture was consistent with the Kingdom's historic support for the Palestinian people.
