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The Arabian Peninsula witnessed a significant historical event more than 270 years ago, marked by the establishment of the First Saudi State by Imam Muhammad bin Saud bin Muhammad bin Muqrin, the first ruler of the Al Saud family. Born in 1090 AH/1679 AD, Muhammad bin Saud assumed the emirate of Diriyah in 1139 AH/1727 AD after the death of his father, Saud Al Kabeer.

Muhammad bin Saud succeeded in unifying vast areas of Najd under the banner of Diriyah, making it the capital of his emirate. In 1157 AH/1744 AD, he signed a historic agreement with Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab, laying the foundation for the First Saudi State, which ruled most of the Arabian Peninsula for over a century.

Muhammad bin Saud is considered a pivotal figure in Saudi history, as he laid the solid foundation for the modern Saudi state. Historians praised his political acumen and his ability to reconcile various tribes and factions in the region.

Historian Uthman bin Bishr described the Emir of Diriyah as: “A righteous, wise, resolute, and awe-inspiring man, who traveled extensively, was generous and praiseworthy, beloved by the people of his region, devoted to worship and charity, and constantly engaged in jihad for the sake of Allah.”

Muhammad bin Saud ruled Diriyah for 40 years, passing away in 1179 AH/1765 AD at the age of 89, succeeded by his son Abdulaziz as the Emir of Diriyah, continuing the journey of the First Saudi State founded by his father.

Muhammad bin Saud’s journey serves as a model of wise leadership and foresight, as he was able to establish a strong and unified state under highly complex political and social conditions. His legacy remains alive in the hearts of Saudis, embodying the values of unity, stability, and development that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia strives to achieve in the modern era.

The King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh witnessed an exceptional event yesterday evening with the presence of French star Karim Benzema, who ignited the competition in the Saudi Pro League with his outstanding performance for Al-Ittihad Club.

The 35-year-old French star scored a decisive goal in the 89th minute, leading his team to a 2-1 victory over Al-Hilal in an exciting match that saw a large crowd in attendance.

In post-match press statements, Benzema confirmed that he is “very happy with the atmosphere in Saudi Arabia,” but did not hide his desire to return to Europe in the future. He said: “I am currently enjoying my time here, but no one knows what will happen in the future.”

Al-Ittihad coach Nuno Santo praised Benzema’s performance, describing him as “a world-class player who always makes a difference.”

Benzema joined Al-Ittihad in the summer of 2023, following a distinguished career with Real Madrid, where he achieved many local and continental titles.

These statements are topping discussions in Saudi sports circles, especially with the current season approaching its end.

It is worth noting that Benzema has scored 15 goals and provided 8 assists in 20 Saudi League matches so far, making him one of the most prominent foreign players in the competition.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

الرياض – يجسد الأمير محمد بن سعود بن نايف بن عبدالعزيز آل سعود، أمير منطقة حائل، نموذجاً للقيادة الشابة الملتزمة بخدمة الوطن والمواطنين. يحمل الأمير محمد بن سعود شهادة البكالوريوس في العلوم العسكرية، وهو ما يعكس تأهيلاً أكاديمياً يساعده في تولي مسؤولياته الإدارية والأمنية في المنطقة.
تتميز مسيرة الأمير محمد بن سعود بتوليه منصب نائب أمير منطقة حائل قبل أن يُعيّن أميراً للمنطقة، مما منحه خبرة واسعة في إدارة شؤون المنطقة. يواصل الأمير جهوده في تطوير المنطقة وتعزيز الخدمات المقدمة للمواطنين، مواكباً رؤية المملكة الطموحة 2030.
ويحرص الأمير محمد بن سعود على المشاركة الفاعلة في الفعاليات الوطنية والمناسبات الرسمية، مما يعكس حرصه على التواصل المباشر مع أبناء المنطقة والوقوف على احتياجاتهم. كما يولي اهتماماً خاصاً بالقطاعات التنموية والخدمية، سعياً لتحقيق التنمية الشاملة في منطقة حائل.
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Al-Hilal regained the lead in the Saudi Roshan League for Professionals after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over their host, Al-Ittihad, in the match held on Saturday evening at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah.

Both teams delivered an exciting and entertaining performance, with Al-Ittihad taking the initiative at the start of the match and opening the scoring early through their Brazilian star, Romarinho, in the 15th minute. However, Al-Hilal managed to turn the tables in the second half by scoring two goals via their French star, Michel Delgado, in the 52nd minute, and Carlos Eduardo in the 78th minute.

The victory raised Al-Hilal’s tally to 53 points, reclaiming the top spot in the standings with a two-point lead over their direct pursuer, Al-Ittihad, whose tally remained at 51 points.

With this win, Al-Hilal secured their fourth consecutive victory in the league, confirming their readiness to compete strongly for the title this season.

In his post-match statements, Al-Hilal’s coach, Razvan Lucescu, said: “We delivered a strong performance against a stubborn opponent, and we are happy with the win, which gives us a significant morale boost before the decisive stage of the season.”

On the other hand, Al-Ittihad’s coach, Nuno Santo, commented on the loss, saying: “Al-Hilal is a big team and capitalized on our mistakes in the second half. We will learn from this match and come back stronger in the upcoming games.”

Al-Hilal is preparing for a strong encounter against Al-Nassr in the next round, while Al-Ittihad will host Al-Fateh.

It is worth noting that Al-Hilal is also competing for the AFC Champions League title, as they prepare to face Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai from the UAE in the Round of 16 of the continental tournament.

Social media platforms in Saudi Arabia witnessed significant interaction with the hashtag “#معسر_فاتوره_رقم256ب3872ب1” (Delinquent Bill Number 256B3872B1), which topped the list of most discussed topics in recent days. The hashtag highlights the story of an elderly man facing financial difficulties and struggling to pay an electricity bill.

The story originated from a viral video showing an elderly man discussing his struggles with accumulating bills, particularly an electricity bill numbered 256B3872B1, which caused him significant psychological and financial stress. In the video, the man explained that he suffers from health issues and is unable to work, making it impossible for him to meet his financial obligations.

The story sparked widespread sympathy among Saudi citizens, with numerous supportive comments calling on relevant authorities to intervene and assist the elderly man. Many urged direct financial aid for him.

No official entity has yet commented on the issue, neither the Ministry of Electricity nor the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The public has expressed their views solely through social media platforms.

This story sheds light on the struggles of vulnerable groups in Saudi society and raises questions about how such humanitarian cases are handled by authorities and the extent of the social system’s ability to provide necessary support to those in dire need.

Some comments shared under the hashtag include:
– “A very touching story, we hope the concerned authorities intervene to help this poor man” – @محمد_العتيبي
– “It’s our duty as a society to help those in need, especially the elderly” – @فاطمة_المطيري
– “We call for activating the role of charitable organizations in such cases” – @عبدالعزيز_الشمري

This story highlights the importance of social solidarity and the need for collaborative efforts between society and government entities to support the most needy, especially amid the challenging economic conditions the world is facing.

We hope this humanitarian story receives the necessary attention from officials, and appropriate measures are taken to provide the elderly man with the required assistance, alleviating his suffering and enabling him to live with dignity.