Saudi Interior Ministry confirms ban on transferring or publishing security surveillance camera recordings

The provisions of the “Use of Security Surveillance Cameras” law prohibit the transfer or publication of security surveillance camera recordings. (AFP)
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Updated 07 January 2025
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Saudi Interior Ministry confirms ban on transferring or publishing security surveillance camera recordings

  • Anyone who violates the rule will be punished with a fine of SR20,000 ($5,327), interior ministry says

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Interior Ministry confirmed that the provisions of the “Use of Security Surveillance Cameras” law prohibit the transfer or publication of security surveillance camera recordings.

Security surveillance camera recordings can only be transferred or published with the approval of the ministry or the Presidency of State Security, based on a judicial order, or at the request of an investigating authority.

The ministry explained that anyone who violates this rule will be punished with a fine of SR20,000 ($5,327).

This includes anyone who transfers or publishes recordings in violation of the law or damages or vandalizes security surveillance camera systems or recordings.


Saudi aid center distributes 3,800 boxes of dates in Aden

The distribution benefited 22,800 individuals. (SPA)
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Saudi aid center distributes 3,800 boxes of dates in Aden

  • The center distributed 300 food baskets in Costanta, Romania, benefiting 1,500 individuals.

ADEN: The King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid recently distributed 3,800 boxes of dates across the districts of Mansoura, Sheikh Othman, and Dar Saad in Aden province, Yemen.

The distribution benefited 22,800 individuals, including displaced persons and people with special needs, as part of KSrelief’s 2025 date assistance distribution project in the country.

The center also distributed 300 food baskets in Costanta, Romania, benefiting 1,500 individuals. This is part of the Etaam Food Basket Distribution Project.

These initiatives are part of the Kingdom’s relief and humanitarian efforts carried out to support those in need and alleviate suffering worldwide.

 


Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Chad’s president

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Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Chad’s president

  • Al-Khuraiji conveyed to Deby and his people greetings and well wishes from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

AMDJARASS: Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji met recently with Chad’s President Gen. Mahmat Idriss Deby Itno in Amdjarass.

Al-Khuraiji conveyed to Deby and his people greetings and well wishes from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

During the reception, the officials reviewed bilateral relations and discussed the latest global developments.

The reception was attended by Chad’s Foreign Minister Abdullah Saber Fadl, and several other ministers and officials of the African nation.

Also present was Ali bin Hassan Jafar, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Sudan.

 


Attempt to smuggle 22,496 unlicensed pills foiled in Jazan

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Attempt to smuggle 22,496 unlicensed pills foiled in Jazan

  • Security authorities call upon citizens and residents to report all available information about any activities related to drug smuggling or selling

JAZAN: Al-Afwaj security patrols in Jazan foiled an attempt to smuggle 22,496 unlicensed medical pills and 3 kg of hashish in Faifa Governorate. The seized narcotics were handed to the relevant authority.

Authorities in Jazan arrested a violator of the border security system, of Ethiopian nationality, for promoting amphetamine. Preliminary procedures have been completed and the offender referred to the competent authority.

Land patrols of the Border Guard in Al-Raboah in the Asir Region led to the arrest of six violators of the border security system, of Ethiopian nationality, for smuggling 120 kg of qat. Preliminary procedures have been completed, and the seized narcotics handed to the relevant authority.

Security authorities call upon citizens and residents to report all available information about any activities related to drug smuggling or selling. They can contact the General Directorate of Narcotics Control by calling 911 in Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Region, or 999 in the other regions. The organization can also be contacted by email.

 


Taif governor meets plants cooperative members

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Taif governor meets plants cooperative members

  • The prince was briefed on the association’s recent initiatives, as well as upcoming programs and activities

TAIF: Taif Gov. Prince Saud bin Nahar met with Abdulrahman Al-Sherbi, president of the Rose and Aromatic Plants Cooperative Association, in the presence of representatives from relevant government agencies.

During the meeting, the prince was briefed on the association’s recent initiatives, as well as upcoming programs and activities.

The governor commended the collaborative efforts between government and public entities, highlighting the uniqueness of Taif’s roses and aromatic plants and their potential on the international stage.

 


SFDA prepares for Hajj season

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SFDA prepares for Hajj season

  • The center is responsible for managing health crises and disasters during the Hajj season

MAKKAH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority continues its intensive efforts, in preparation for the Hajj season, by implementing training programs and actively participating in joint simulations.

These initiatives are to enhance preparedness and ensure a rapid response to health incidents, safeguarding the health and safety of pilgrims.

The authority is playing an active role at the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Center at Mina Hospital to strengthen coordination among relevant government entities and support preventive measures.

The authority organized a workshop in Makkah titled “Food Poisoning.” The workshop provided training on rapid response mechanisms for suspected cases, emphasizing regulatory procedures, the importance of immediate reporting, and coordination between the relevant authorities.

The center is responsible for managing health crises and disasters during the Hajj season, serving as a hub for all related entities to enhance integration, readiness, and all efforts in handling health emergencies, reports, and risk management.