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Saudi Arabia sets maximum five-day holidays for Eid

Saudi Arabia's council of ministers has announced a maximum five-day holiday for Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha in specific government entities. The decision was made during a cabinet session chaired by King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The members also commended the organization of the "Haj and Umrah Services Conference and Exhibition" in line with Saudi Vision 2030. Additionally, the cabinet approved other regulatory and financial amendments. Inflation has consistently decreased, reaching 5.1 percent in December 2023.

Mauritius raises cyclone alert to maximum

Mauritius raises cyclone alert to maximum as tropical storm Belal moves away from the island nation. With winds up to 120 kph, the public is advised to stay indoors. The storm has already caused damage in Reunion, but barometric pressure rising indicates it's moving away from Mauritius. Severe Tropical Storm Belal is centered 150 km southeast of Mauritius.