Saudi Arabia announced the opening of the first part of the Riyadh Metro, with three lines set to launch on December 1 and the full six-line, 176-kilometre network to be operational by January 5. The driverless metro system, designed to transport over 3.6 million passengers, will feature trains manufactured by Siemens, Bombardier, and Alstom, with a modern design by Avant Premiere. Part of the Vision 2030 reform agenda, the metro project showcases the kingdom’s commitment to sustainable development and transitioning away from fossil fuels, aligning with global sustainability standards.
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Widespread protests held in Australia to support Palestinians
Thousands of Australians participated in pro-Palestinian rallies on Sunday, with organizers claiming around 350,000 attendees across more than 40 protests nationwide, amidst diplomatic tensions following the Australian government's recognition of a Palestinian state. The protests, spearheaded by groups demanding an end to violence in Gaza, drew criticism from Jewish leaders who argued they created an unsafe environment, coinciding with escalating rhetoric from Israeli leadership. Want More Context? 🔎
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