The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Ramadan programs reach 24,000 beneficiaries in Kosovo
As part of its ongoing global humanitarian efforts, the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance launched the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' programs for distributing dates and providing iftar meals for fasting individuals in the Republic of Kosovo. The launch took place during an official ceremony held at the headquarters of the Islamic Community in Pristina. This Ramadan initiative aims to reach 24,000 beneficiaries, reaffirming the Kingdom's commitment to promoting the values of solidarity and compassion among Muslim communities during the holy month.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by high-ranking officials, including the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to Albania, Faisal bin Ghazi Hafzi, and the Deputy Grand Mufti of the Republic of Kosovo, Ahmed Sadri, along with a number of prominent Islamic figures in the country. The program includes the distribution of five tons of premium dates, benefiting approximately 20,000 people, in addition to a Ramadan iftar program that provides daily meals for around 4,000 people throughout the holy month.
A long-standing tradition of global giving
This initiative in Kosovo is not an isolated event, but rather part of a global humanitarian effort led annually by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' program for providing iftar meals and distributing dates extends to dozens of countries across the globe, from Asia and Africa to Europe and the Americas. This widespread reach reflects the Kingdom's pioneering role in serving Islam and Muslims, its commitment to addressing the needs of Muslim communities and providing them with material and moral support, and its dedication to strengthening the principles of Islamic brotherhood in practice.
Strengthening Saudi-Kosovar relations
The selection of Kosovo as a beneficiary of the program reinforces the distinguished bilateral relations between the two countries. The Kingdom was among the first countries to recognize Kosovo's independence in 2008 and has provided support in various developmental and humanitarian fields ever since. This Ramadan aid is a natural extension of that support and a testament to the deep fraternal ties between the two peoples. It also contributes to strengthening communication and cooperation between the Kingdom and the Balkan countries, which have large Muslim communities.
Local and international impact of the initiative
Locally, this initiative has a tangible positive impact, helping to alleviate the financial burden on needy families in Kosovo during Ramadan and ensuring they receive nutritious iftar meals and dates, a staple on the Ramadan table. Internationally, these programs reinforce the Kingdom's position as a leading humanitarian force and highlight its active role in humanitarian diplomacy and soft power. In his remarks, Ambassador Hafzi emphasized that this contribution embodies the Kingdom's commitment to supporting Muslims everywhere and represents a continuation of the Kingdom's ongoing generosity towards its brothers and sisters around the world.
