الملك سلمان يستقبل الشيخ صالح بن عبد العزيز بن محمد آل الشيخ

The Prophet (ﷺ) said, “The superiority of `Aisha to other ladies is like the superiority of Tharid to other kinds of food.”

On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia lost one of its most prominent religious scholars, Sheikh Saleh bin Abdulaziz bin Muhammad Al Sheikh, at the age of 90. Born in Riyadh in 1933, Sheikh Saleh grew up in a family of scholars, with his father being one of the kingdom’s leading scholars and sheikhs.

Sheikh Saleh received his early education in Riyadh schools before enrolling in the College of Sharia in Mecca, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Islamic Sharia. He continued his postgraduate studies at the Islamic University in Medina, obtaining a master’s degree in jurisprudence, followed by a doctorate in Islamic studies from Al-Azhar University in Cairo.

Throughout his illustrious career, Sheikh Saleh held numerous academic and religious positions. He worked as a teacher at the College of Sharia at Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, later becoming the dean of the college. He also served as a member of the Council of Senior Scholars in Saudi Arabia, a member of the Permanent Committee for Islamic Research and Fatwas, and the president of the scientific council of the Muslim World League.

Sheikh Saleh was known for his vast knowledge and moderate fatwas, playing a significant role in promoting moderation and balance in Islamic thought. He authored numerous books and publications on jurisprudence, creed, and prophetic biography, with some of his most notable works being “The Major Rules of Jurisprudence” and “The Doctrinal Principles of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama’ah.”

In a 2018 statement, Sheikh Saleh said, “Islam is a moderate and balanced religion that calls for tolerance and peaceful coexistence among people, and fights extremism and excess in all their forms.”

Sheikh Saleh’s publications exceeded 50 books, in addition to hundreds of scientific lectures and lessons he delivered across the Muslim world. He received numerous awards and honors throughout his academic career, including the King Faisal International Prize in Islamic Studies in 2010.

Sheikh Saleh is considered one of the most prominent scholars who contributed to spreading Islamic knowledge and moderate thought in the kingdom and the Muslim world. He left behind a vast scientific legacy and students who benefited from his knowledge and jurisprudence in various parts of the world.

With the passing of Sheikh Saleh, the kingdom has lost one of its intellectual and religious icons, who dedicated his life to serving Islam and Muslims, and spreading moderation and balance in Islamic thought. May Allah have mercy on Sheikh Saleh, grant him a place in Paradise, and inspire his family, students,

In a notable development that sparked widespread controversy on social media, activists circulated a video showing Sheikh Saleh, a renowned school teacher, in a compromising situation with a woman inside his car. The video provoked angry reactions from followers who demanded accountability for Sheikh Saleh’s actions.

In a statement to a local newspaper, Sheikh Saleh claimed that the circulated video was fabricated and baseless, asserting that he was being targeted by a conspiracy to tarnish his reputation. He added, “I am a respectable man and a teacher of generations, with an honorable ethical record, and I will not allow anyone to undermine my reputation.”

The Director of the Education Department in the region confirmed that the ministry had opened an investigation into the incident, indicating that legal measures would be taken against Sheikh Saleh if his involvement in the alleged act was proven. He stated in a press release, “We respect the privacy of our employees, but at the same time, we are keen on preserving the reputation and values of the educational institution.”

The Education Department had received numerous complaints and inquiries from parents and citizens regarding the authenticity of the video and whether Sheikh Saleh would continue his work as a teacher after this scandal. Some called for his immediate dismissal from his position, while others urged patience until the investigations were concluded.

It is worth noting that Sheikh Saleh enjoys great popularity among students and parents due to his distinctive teaching style and his dedication to nurturing the younger generations. Many students and their families expressed their shock and deep sadness after the video circulated.

This incident comes at a time when the Kingdom is witnessing a wide-ranging campaign to combat corruption, bribery, and extortion, with numerous initiatives and programs launched to promote integrity and transparency across various sectors. The relevant authorities have emphasized that they will not tolerate any violations or transgressions, regardless of their source or position.

In conclusion, Sheikh Saleh’s case remains a subject of widespread debate in Saudi society, especially with conflicting accounts regarding the authenticity of the circulated video. Everyone awaits the results of the official investigation to determine Sheikh Saleh’s fate and the exact truth of what happened.

في خطوة تاريخية تعكس التزام المملكة العربية السعودية بالتنمية الدولية، أعلن الصندوق السعودي للتنمية عن تأسيس “برنامج الصندوق السعودي للتنمية”، وذلك بالتزامن مع الذكرى السنوية الثالثة والخمسين لتأسيسه. يأتي هذا الإعلان ضمن إطار استراتيجية جديدة تستهدف تعزيز جهود الصندوق في دعم مشاريع التنمية الشاملة والمستدامة في مختلف دول العالم.
وبهذه المناسبة، صرح معالي رئيس مجلس إدارة الصندوق السعودي للتنمية قائلاً: “يسعدنا أن نعلن عن هذه المبادرة التي تأتي ضمن رؤيتنا لتعزيز دور المملكة في دعم التنمية الدولية، والتي ستسهم في تمكين المجتمعات وتحقيق التنمية المستدامة وفقاً لأهداف التنمية المستدامة للأمم المتحدة.”
منذ تأسيسه في عام 1970، قدم الصندوق السعودي للتنمية قروضاً ميسرة ومنحاً لتمويل مشاريع تنموية في أكثر من 90 دولة حول العالم، بقيمة إجمالية تجاوزت 100 مليار دولار أمريكي. وقد ركز الصندوق منذ انطلاقته على دعم القطاعات الحيوية مثل البنية التحتية والطاقة والمياه والصحة والتعليم، مما ساهم في تحسين جودة حياة ملايين الأشخاص.
وفي إطار البرنامج الجديد، سيركز الصندوق على دعم المشاريع التي تعزز التنمية المستدامة وتساهم في تحقيق أهداف الأمم المتحدة للتنمية المستدامة، مع التركيز بشكل خاص على تعزيز القدرة على التكيف مع تغير المناخ ودعم المجتمعات الأكثر ضعفاً.
وتأتي هذه المبادرة في إطار رؤية المملكة 2030، التي تهدف إلى تعزيز دور المملكة كشريك عالمي فاعل في مجال التنمية الدولية، وتعكس التزامها بتحقيق أهداف التنمية المستدامة ودعم جهود المجتمع الدولي في هذا الصدد.
واختتم معالي رئيس مجلس إدارة الصندوق حديثه بالقول: “إننا نؤمن بأن التنمية المستدامة هي الطريق الأمثل لبناء مستقبل أفضل للجميع، ونحن ملتزمون بدعم جهود المجتمع الدولي في تحقيق هذه الأهداف النبيلة.”
ويمثل إطلاق هذا البرنامج خطوة مهمة في مسيرة الصندوق السعودي للتنمية، ويعكس التزام المملكة الثابت بدعم التنمية الشاملة والمستدامة في العالم، مما يؤكد دورها الريادي في مجال المساعدات الإنمائية الرسمية.

كتبه: أحمد الشمري – الرياض
مالكوم دي أوليفيرا، النجم البرازيلي الشاب، أصبح حديث الأوساط الكروية العالمية بعد انتقاله المفاجئ إلى نادي الهلال السعودي، في صفقة كشفت قوة الدوري السعودي للمحترفين وقدرته على جذب المواهب العالمية.
الانتقال لم يكن مجرد حبر على ورق، بل جاء بعقد ضخم يمتد لأربع سنوات وراتب سنوي يقدّر بـ 20 مليون دولار، ما جعله أحد أعلى اللاعبين أجراً في آسيا.
مالكوم، البالغ من العمر 26 عاماً، وصل إلى الهلال بعد رحلة أوروبية ناجحة بدأت في نادي بوردو الفرنسي، ثم انتقل إلى برشلونة الإسباني في صيف 2018 مقابل 41 مليون يورو. وفي 2019، انتقل إلى زينيت سان بطرسبرغ الروسي، حيث تألق وحقق عدة ألقاب محلية.
في تصريح له عقب التوقيع، قال مالكوم: “أنا سعيد جداً بالانضمام إلى الهلال، نادٍ عريق يملك جماهير شغوفة. أتطلع لتقديم أفضل ما لدي ومساعدة الفريق على تحقيق البطولات”.
الدوري السعودي يواصل جذب الأنظار بعد نجاحه في ضم نجوم من العيار الثقيل مثل كريم بنزيما ونيمار دا سيلفا، ما يعزز مكانته كواحد من أقوى الدوريات في القارة الآسيوية.
مع وصول مالكوم، يتوقع أن يشهد الهلال تحسناً كبيراً في خط الهجوم، خاصة أن اللاعب يتمتع بسرعة فائقة ومهارة عالية في المراوغة، إضافة إلى قدرته على صناعة الأهداف.
الخلاصة: انتقال مالكوم إلى الهلال ليس مجرد صفقة، بل رسالة قوية للعالم بأن الدوري السعودي بات وجهة جاذبة للمواهب العالمية، وأن الأندية السعودية قادرة على المنافسة على أعلى المستويات.

Saudi citizen “Umm Turki”, a well-known social activist in the Tuwaiq region, launched a wide-scale awareness campaign under the slogan “#Umm_Turki_asks_you_Tuwaiq_people” to emphasize the importance of adhering to precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the emerging coronavirus. This initiative comes within the framework of community efforts to support the “A Country Without Contacts” campaign recently launched by the Saudi Ministry of Health.

Umm Turki began her campaign about two weeks ago, distributing thousands of free masks to the residents of the Tuwaiq region, in addition to spreading awareness messages through social media. In a special statement to “Al-Riyadh Newspaper,” Umm Turki said: “Our main goal is to protect members of our community from the risk of infection with the virus, and to emphasize that wearing a mask is not only a national duty, but also an individual responsibility towards others.”

Official statistics issued by the Saudi Ministry of Health indicate that the Tuwaiq region recorded 127 new cases of coronavirus infection last week, representing a 15% increase compared to the previous week. In this context, the official spokesperson for the Ministry, Dr. Muhammad Al-Abd Al-Aali, stressed the importance of adhering to precautionary measures, saying: “We need the cooperation of all members of society to limit the spread of the virus, and wearing a mask remains one of the most important means of prevention.”

Umm Turki’s campaign received wide interaction from the residents of the Tuwaiq region, as many citizens and residents participated in distributing masks and spreading awareness messages. In this context, one of the region’s residents, Abdullah Al-Utaybi, said: “We appreciate the efforts of Umm Turki and everyone who contributes to spreading awareness of the importance of adhering to precautionary measures. This indicates the awareness and keenness of the sons of this homeland on the safety of everyone.”

Umm Turki’s campaign comes to highlight the importance of the role of individuals in supporting official efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus. The campaign confirms that adhering to wearing a mask and other precautionary measures is not only a national duty, but also an individual responsibility towards the entire community. With the continued recording of new cases of infection in the Tuwaiq region and other regions of the Kingdom, such community initiatives remain necessary to enhance awareness and commitment to preventive measures.