Madinah: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania left Madinah today after visiting the Prophet’s Mosque and performing prayers. He was seen off at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport by Governor of Madinah Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz and several other officials.

According to Saudi Press Agency, President Ghazouani’s visit was part of his official engagements in Saudi Arabia, where he took the opportunity to perform religious duties at one of Islam’s holiest sites. The departure marks the conclusion of his visit to Madinah, with local dignitaries in attendance at the airport to bid him farewell.