{
  "id": 873901,
  "title": "Islamic Affairs Ministry hosts open day for King’s guests in Taif",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/islamic-affairs-ministry-hosts-open-day-for-kings-guests-in-taif",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-14T13:12:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ajel English",
    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/saudi-arabia/4zrxawfw9"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ministry of Islamic Affairs organized an open day event for the second group of King Salman's Umrah and Visit Program guests in Al-Hada, Taif. This cultural program, accompanying the visit, aimed to provide a blend of faith-based, educational, cultural, and recreational activities. The guests' journey began in Al-Hada, where they explored the area's scenic beauty via a cable car ride. Following the ride, they indulged in the region's landmarks and distinctive sites. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program commenced in Madinah, where the participants visited the Prophet’s Mosque, Al-Rawda Al-Sharifa, and several historical and cultural landmarks. Afterward, they journeyed to Makkah to perform Umrah rituals and engaged in various religious, academic, and cultural programs, thereby enhancing their experience and expanding their knowledge.",
  "summary": "The Ministry of Islamic Affairs held an open day for the second group of King Salman’s Umrah and Visit Program guests in Al-Hada, Taif.",
  "key_points": [
    "Islamic Affairs Ministry hosted open day for King Salman's guests.",
    "Event in Al-Hada, Taif featured cable car ride and cultural sites.",
    "Program preceded Umrah rituals in Makkah for guests."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}