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      All the latest updates on Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif’s upcoming wedding

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      by Ruman Baig
      28 mins ago

      Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan is soon to be married to Rajwa Al Saif of Saudi Arabia.
      The couple got engaged last year in August at the to-be-bride’s paternal home in Saudi. Ever since the engagement, the couple have made multiple joint appearances in public, most recent being Princess Iman of Jordan’s wedding in March.
      With only a few days left to the Royal Wedding, updates about the impending nuptials are constantly making rounds. From the date and venue to the time, here’s all you need to know about the most-awaited wedding of the season.
      When is the next Royal Wedding?
      After the first big wedding of the year for the Jordanian Royal Family earlier this year, HRH Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif are expected to tie the knot in June, 2023. The festivities and traditional celebrations are supposed to take place between May 26 and Jun 1, leading up to a grand ceremony on the last day.
      What time is the Royal Wedding?
      As per the Arabian Royal Agency’s latest post, the timing and the schedule of the wedding have been revealed. In their newest post they shared, “According to local news the wedding will start at 4:00 PM JO Time. The ceremony will start with the arrival of Their Majesties and their Highnesses the Princes and Princesses of the Royal Family, then the ceremony will start and take place at Zahran Palace After the ceremony, the red procession will depart from Zahran Palace to Husseiniya Palace, then their Majesties will start to receive guests at Al-Hussainiya Palace to attend the dinner banquet.”
      Where is the next Royal wedding?
      According to the Arabian Royal Agency, the Royal Hashemite Court released a statement with details regarding the impending nuptials. “The wedding ceremony of HRH Crown Prince Al Hussein and Ms. Rajwa Khalid Al Saif will be at Zahran Palace then the wedding procession will move to Al Husseiniya Palace.” Further adding, “At Husseiniya Palace, a Dinner banquet will be held and there will be a closed reception and banquet for the media.”
      Who is Rajwa Al Saif?
      Rajwa is the youngest of four children, including Faisal, Naif, Dana and Rajwa, born to parents Khalid bin Musaed Al Saif and Azza Al Sudairi.The Al Saif family’s heritage dates back to the Subai tribe in the town of Al-Attar in Sudair, Najd, Saudi Arabia, where ancestors are known to have been the sheikhs of the town.Rajwa’s father, who resides in Riyadh, has established himself as a well-reputed businessman over the years.
      Ahead ofthe wedding, here are some of the most adorable moments between the bride-to-be and the Royal family.

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      In Pics: Inside Rajwa Al Saif’s henna cermony

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      by Ruman Baig
      2 hours ago

      With the Jordanian Royal Wedding just a week away, celebrations have officially commenced. Last night, Queen Rania hosted a henna party for the bride-to-be Rajwa Al Saif.
      The henna ceremony looked like an intimate affair with the women of the family adoring the bride and showering her with their blessing.
      For last night’s celebrations, Rajwa wore a traditional white and gold dress by the Saudi-based designer Honayda Serafi. A long white silhouette with intricate gold embroidery detail around the waist and the bodice. Punctuating the ensemble perfectly was the diaphanous veil with similar embellishments that covered her hair.
      At first glance, the surface ornamentation may just seem simple and elegant, but the embellishments bear details that hold an emotional connection between the bride and the country she is marrying into. Elements like the Jordanian star, palm tree and the phrase, ‘I see you’ have been etched on the attire.
      “Inspired by the traditional Najdi dress known as Sahabi thoub, originating from the Najd region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the design bridges past and present staying true to Ms. Rajwa’s Khalid AlSaif’s roots and contemporary persona. The design features a fully handcrafted veil and dress, flourishing through 3-D ornaments with a mix of silk, metallic threads and traditional reed strings. 7 stars are exclusively present on the veil, symbolizing the 7-pointed Jordanian star,” shared designer Honayda Serafi.
      “The veil was accomplished in a record time of approximately 760 hours with a gathered team of experts, craftsmen and women, bringing to life 10 meters of fully handcrafted tulle for the occasion, a process that would generally take about 2,000 hours of work. While the dress was completed over 340 hours of dedicated work, from start to actual realization,” she further added.
      Queen Rania chose a powder blue gown with tone-on-tone embroidery for the occasion. Sharing her happiness with her ardent followers, the Queen of Jordan posted a number of images from the night, giving everyone a glimpse of the event.
      “No celebration would be complete without our Jordanian family. Celebrating our beautiful Rajwa today! #CelebratingAlHussein.” The carousel begins with a hug between the Queen and the to-be bride, leading to an emotional moment shared between Rajwa and her mother. In other imagery, you can also spot Queen Rania giving a toast, making the bride teary-eyed.
      Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan will be marrying Rajwa Al Saif of Saudi Arabia on June 1, 2023. The Royal Hashemite Court released a statement with details regarding the impending nuptials.

      “The wedding ceremony of HRH Crown Prince Al Hussein and Ms. Rajwa Khalid Al Saif will be at Zahran Palace then the wedding procession will move to Al Husseiniya Palace.” Further adding, “At Husseiniya Palace, a Dinner banquet will be held and there will be a closed reception and banquet for the media.”
      The couple got engaged last year in August at the to-be-bride’s paternal home in Saudi. Ever since the engagement, the couple have made multiple joint appearances in public, most recent being Princess Iman of Jordan’s wedding in March.
      Sneak-peek at Rajwa Al Saif’s henna cermony, along with intricate details of her henna ensemble.

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      Royal Wedding: Details of Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif’s upcoming nuptials

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      by Ruman Baig
      24 mins ago

      Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan is soon to be married to Rajwa Al Saif of Saudi Arabia.
      The couple got engaged last year in August at the to-be-bride’s paternal home in Saudi. Ever since the engagement, the couple have made multiple joint appearances in public, most recent being Princess Iman of Jordan’s wedding in March.
      When is the next Royal Wedding?
      After the first big wedding of the year for the Jordanian Royal Family earlier this year, HRH Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif are expected to tie the knot in June, 2023. The festivities and traditional celebrations are supposed to take place between May 26 and Jun 1, leading up to a grand ceremony on the last day.
      Where is the next Royal wedding?
      According to the Arabian Royal Agency, the Royal Hashemite Court released a statement with details regarding the impending nuptials. “The wedding ceremony of HRH Crown Prince Al Hussein and Ms. Rajwa Khalid Al Saif will be at Zahran Palace then the wedding procession will move to Al Husseiniya Palace.” Further adding, “At Husseiniya Palace, a Dinner banquet will be held and there will be a closed reception and banquet for the media.”
      Who is Rajwa Al Saif?
      Rajwa is the youngest of four children, including Faisal, Naif, Dana and Rajwa, born to parents Khalid bin Musaed Al Saif and Azza Al Sudairi.The Al Saif family’s heritage dates back to the Subai tribe in the town of Al-Attar in Sudair, Najd, Saudi Arabia, where ancestors are known to have been the sheikhs of the town.Rajwa’s father, who resides in Riyadh, has established himself as a well-reputed businessman over the years.
      Ahead ofthe wedding, here are some of the most adorable moments between the bride-to-be and the Royal family.

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      Crown Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif make their second public appearance

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      by Sarah Joseph
      2 hours ago

      Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II and Saudi Arabia’s Rajwa Khalid Al-Saif marked their second official public appearance together since their engagement.
      The couple visited a workshop at Darat Suhei by artist Suheil Baqaeen in Jabal Luweibdeh in Amman to delve more on the creative works of students with certain disabilities. Overall,l the ‘Fragrance of Colours’ initiative was launched to teach the blind and visually impaired to draw by identifying colours through the sense of smell.

      Crown Prince Hussein on his Instagram post said, “Rajwa and I were truly privileged today to meet with a group of inspiring young artists who have conquered their visual disability through their exceptional talents and artistic sensitivities.”
      “It was heartwarming to witness their insightful and immense creativity firsthand,” he shared.
      First public appearance

      The royals made their first public appearance together at the Royal Hashemite Court in Amman in October 2022, to view a series of exhibits detailing the country’s Hashemite history. The pair were accompanied by Prince Hussein’s uncle, Prince El Hassab bin Talal, the brother of the late King Hussein and uncle of King Abdullah II.
      The official wedding date confirmed
      The lavish nuptials for the couple were officially confirmed at the beginning of this year. After the couple was engaged in August last year, the news later released of the duo to officially tie the knot on June 1, 2023.
      This specific date was chosen as it holds sentimental value to the Crown Prince’s family as its few days prior to the royals, King Abdullah II and Queen Rania.
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      Queen Rania steps out to make a powerful speech in an equally powerful outfit

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      by Olivia Morris
      23 mins ago

      Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan always delivers in the style stakes, but her latest look may prove she is the most stylish royal ever.
      The wife of King Abdullah II stepped out in Lisbon, Portugal on Wednesday to deliver a keynote speech at the 2022 Web Summit.
      Ensuring she looked en pointe, Queen Rania turned heads in an edgy ensemble wearing a cropped metallic tweed jacket by Alessandra Rich paired with Bottega Veneta trousers and a handbag.
      But seriously a queen wearing a cropped jacket? Truly iconic.

      A powerful speech
      Not only did Her Majesty step out in a powerful outfit, but she also had a powerful message to share at the summit where she delivered a speech about “Battling built-in biasses”.
      Queen Rania’s speech touched on the problems of relying too much on technology.
      “The real progress we need is not better machines but for all of us to be better humans,” she said, adding society had become “hooked” to their mobile phones and other technology devices.
      She cited the Digital Global Overview Report from 2022 which outlined the average time spent online has increased by four minutes each day. This equates to one day per person, per year.

      “I am concerned that we’re undervaluing the most precious currency of all — our time,” she added. “I am concerned that, even as virtual reality improves by the day, we’re neglecting the needs of our actual reality. And our mental health is suffering, too.”
      Per the Jordan News Agency, Her Majesty also highlighted the world’s response to the Ukraine refugee crisis showcasing what can be achieved through joint efforts, but she also spotlighted the “difference in generosity, tone, and urgency” for refugees from countries including Syria, South Sudan and Myanmar. that extended to refugees from countries such as Syria, South Sudan, and Myanmar.
      “It’s hard not to wonder if skin colour and religion affect the global community’s humanitarian instincts and whether the impulse is to lend a helping hand or look away,” she questioned. “Addressing that prejudice isn’t an algorithm’s job. It’s up to us.”
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      Rajwa Al Saif makes first official royal appearance with Crown Prince Hussein

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      by Olivia Morris
      2 hours ago

      Rajwa Al Saif has made her first public official public engagement with her fiancé Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan.
      The newly engaged couple stepped out together at the Royal Hashemite Court in Amman to view a series of exhibits detailing the country’s Hashemite history.
      The Crown Prince of Jordan shared a few photos from his outing with his bride-to-be. The pair were also accompanied by his great uncle Prince El Hassan bin Talal, the brother of the late King Hussein and uncle of King Abdullah II.

      “There is no one more knowledgeable than my great Uncle El Hassan when it comes to Jordan’s history and our Hashemite legacy,” Crown Prince Hussein said of his visit with his fiancée.
      “Rajwa and I had the pleasure of viewing exhibits from Jordan’s Hashemite history at the Royal Hashemite Court today.”
      For her first royal public appearance, Rajwa – who is from Saudi Arabia – wore a simple monochrome outfit – a black knee-length skirt with a white shirt and white-cream bag.
      Royal engagement
      The couple announced their engagement a couple of months ago via a Twitter post from the Royal Hashemite Court in August. The post congratulated the couple and showcased a series of images of the family together to mark the special occasion.

      The Royal Hashemite Court is pleased to announce the engagement of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to Ms Rajwa Khaled bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al Saif, and extends its sincere congratulations on this occasion pic.twitter.com/LRIq61PtRB
      — RHC (@RHCJO) August 17, 2022

      The statement said, “The Royal Hashemite Court is pleased to announce the engagement of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to Ms. Rajwa Khaled bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al Saif, on Wednesday, 17 August 2022, in the presence of Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah.”
      Queen Rania also shared a personal congratulations to her son and his bride-to-be following the announcement.
      “I didn’t think it was possible to hold so much joy in my heart! Congratulations to my eldest Prince Hussein and his beautiful bride-to-be, Rajwa,” she said on Instagram, also sharing photos from the engagement.
      The family posed with wide smiles in several portrait shots as the royal couple stood with their future daughter-in-law after the ceremony.
      With not just one but two engagements in the family this year, Her Royal Highness Princess Iman bin Abdullah II announced her engagement to Jameel Alexander Thermiotis in early July.
      Both couples are reportedly set to marry in 2023.
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      Queen Rania’s touching message to her daughters to mark their birthdays

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      by Olivia Morris
      30 mins ago

      Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan has shared a touching message to her daughters in celebration of their birthdays.
      Princess Salma celebrates her birthday today, September 26, turning 22 years old, and Princess Iman marks her birthday tomorrow, turning 26.
      To mark her lookalike daughters’ birthdays, Queen Rania shared a new photo on Instagram of the three of them alongside a heartfelt note.
      “Our friendship gets stronger as you both get older,” she said. “Couldn’t have asked for better besties. Happy birthday Iman and Salma.”

      The family trio are seen outdoors together wearing casual clothes with both princesses looking the spitting image of their mother.
      It’s been a period full of celebration for the Jordanian royal family as of late having celebrated Queen Rania’s birthday at the end of August. Prior to that, the family announced the joyous news of not one, but two royal engagements.
      Back in July, Princess Iman, the eldest daughter of King Abdullah II and Queen Rania, announced her engagement to New York-based financier Jameel Alexander Thermiotis.
      Six weeks later,  Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan announced his engagement to Rajwa Al Saif of Saudi Arabia.
      While no confirmed dates have been revealed as to when Princess Iman and Crown Prince Hussein will wed their respective partners, the weddings are expected to take place next year.
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      Happy birthday Queen Rania! New portrait released as Her Majesty turns 52

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      by Olivia Morris
      2 hours ago

      The Royal Hashemite Court has unveiled a new portrait of King Abdullah II and Queen Rania together to mark Her Majesty’s 52 birthday.
      The photograph was released on the official Instagram page of the Royal Hashemite Court where well-wishes were shared for the Jordanian royal.
      “The Royal Hashemite Court extends its warmest wishes to Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah on the occasion of her birthday,” the caption of the post read.

      In the photo, King Abdullah and Queen Rania are seen wearing a coordinating colour palette of navy blue, with the Jordanian monarch in a tailored suit and tie and Her Majesty in a tailored navy dress with added detailing.
      As well as Queen Rania’s birthday, there’s been much celebration amongst the Jordanian royals as of late.
      The Jordanian royal family is set to welcome two new family members into the fold following the announcements of Crown Prince Hussein’s engagement to Rajwa Al Saif and Princess Iman’s engagement to Jameel Alexander Thermiotis.
      Crown Prince Hussein’s engagement
      Crown Prince Hussein’s engagement to Rajwa Al Saif was announced via a Twitter post by the Royal Hashemite Court on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. The post congratulated the couple and showcased a series of images of the family together to mark the special occasion, which took place at Rajwa’s father’s home in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

      The statement said, “The Royal Hashemite Court is pleased to announce the engagement of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to Ms. Rajwa Khaled bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al Saif, on Wednesday, 17 August 2022, in the presence of Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah.”
      Princess Iman’s engagement
      It’s a joyous time for the Jordanian royal family as Crown Prince Hussein’s announcement came just weeks after his younger sister, Princess Iman, announced her engagement.
      Queen Rania shared a photo of her eldest daughter with her fiance Jameel Alexander Thermiotis confirming their engagement.
      She congratulated her “dearest Iman” and her husband-to-be.

      “Congratulations my dearest Iman; your smile has always been a gift of love that I’ve cherished since the day you were born,” she said. “I wish you and Jameel a life filled with love and laughter!”
      The Jordanian royal family will certainly be busy with wedding planning over the next year.
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