GCC Secretary-General, EU’s Borrell Urge Gaza Ceasefire

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi.
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi.
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GCC Secretary-General, EU’s Borrell Urge Gaza Ceasefire

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi.
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi.

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi met held talks in Munich on Sunday with High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell.

They highlighted the gravity of the situation in Gaza and its profound impact it is having on the lives of the Palestinian people.

They stressed the need for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the swift provision of humanitarian aid and relief to the affected people.

They emphasized the crucial role of collective international action in addressing the significant challenges and consequences arising from various conflicts and crises at both the international and regional levels.

Albudaiwi and Borrell met on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference in Germany.

They discussed issues of mutual interest and means to strengthen collaboration across various fields.

They underlined the historic partnership between the GCC and the European Union and reviewed the agreements reached at the 27th Joint Ministerial Council meeting, which took place in Muscat in October 2023.



Saudi Arabia Condemns Terrorist Plot Targeting the UAE

A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA file)
A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA file)
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Terrorist Plot Targeting the UAE

A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA file)
A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA file)

Saudi Arabia condemned on Tuesday the terrorist plot targeting the national unity and stability of the United Arab Emirates.

A Foreign Ministry statement said the Kingdom also praised the efficiency and vigilance of the UAE security services in dismantling the terrorist cell, arresting its members, and foiling its plans.

It underscored Saudi Arabia’s full solidarity with the UAE and its support for all measures it takes to safeguard security and stability and to combat extremism and terrorism in all its forms.


Syrian President Arrives in Jeddah on Official Visit

This handout picture provided by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) shows the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, (C-R) welcoming Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa upon his arrival in Jeddah, on April 21, 2026. (SPA)
This handout picture provided by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) shows the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, (C-R) welcoming Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa upon his arrival in Jeddah, on April 21, 2026. (SPA)
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Syrian President Arrives in Jeddah on Official Visit

This handout picture provided by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) shows the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, (C-R) welcoming Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa upon his arrival in Jeddah, on April 21, 2026. (SPA)
This handout picture provided by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) shows the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, (C-R) welcoming Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa upon his arrival in Jeddah, on April 21, 2026. (SPA)

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in Saudi Arabia on an official visit.

He was welcomed at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport by Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz.

He is expected to meet with Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

They are set to hold talks on efforts to bolster bilateral ties, as well as issues of common interest, said Syria’s state news agency SANA.

Sharaa is on a tour of the Gulf.


MWL Condemns Israel’s Appointment of Envoy to Self-Proclaimed 'Somaliland'

People walk past street stalls in front of a mosque in downtown Hargeisa. (AFP file)
People walk past street stalls in front of a mosque in downtown Hargeisa. (AFP file)
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MWL Condemns Israel’s Appointment of Envoy to Self-Proclaimed 'Somaliland'

People walk past street stalls in front of a mosque in downtown Hargeisa. (AFP file)
People walk past street stalls in front of a mosque in downtown Hargeisa. (AFP file)

The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned Israel’s announcement of appointing a diplomatic envoy to the self-proclaimed "Somaliland."

In a statement, MWL Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa denounced this act as a grave violation targeting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia.

He stressed that it constitutes a threat to regional and international peace and security, and stands in clear contravention of international law, the Charter of the United Nations, and the Constitutive Act of the African Union.

He reiterated the MWL’s full support for the unity and sovereignty of Somali territory and its legitimate institutions, which reflect the will of the Somali people.