Saudi Flag Day, which is observed on March 11 as decreed by King Salman bin Abdulaziz, commemorates the adoption of the Saudi flag, finalized in 1937 by King Abdulaziz’s endorsement of the Shura Council’s decision. For over three centuries, the green flag has symbolized Saudi national identity, resonating with meanings and uniqueness for Saudis. Asharq Al-Awsat seized the opportunity to interview researcher Adnan bin Saleh Al-Turaif, who has extensively studied Saudi Arabia’s history and cultural legacy across its three stages.
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The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture said that non-Saudi owners and herders would return their live camels and livestock to their respective countries before the end of the grace period on Aug. 31.