GCC Welcomes Signing of Jeddah Declaration between Sudanese Parties

Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)
Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)
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GCC Welcomes Signing of Jeddah Declaration between Sudanese Parties

Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)
Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi welcomed on Friday the signing of the Jeddah declaration on the commitment to protect civilians.

The agreement was signed between representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces on Thursday

Al-Budaiwi expressed his renewed gratitude for the efforts by Saudi Arabia and the United States, despite all obstacles and difficulties, to bring all parties together and to align their views following a series of meetings on the current crisis.

He hoped that the response of the signatories of the agreement will allow safe passage for humanitarian workers and meet the needs of civilians.

He also hoped they would prioritize the interests and safety of the Sudanese people and that they would work towards consolidating Sudan’s sovereignty and preserve the unity of its institutions and territorial integrity.



Saudi, Iranian FMs Discuss Oman-Sponsored Iran-US Talks

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah is welcomed in Muscat FM Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah is welcomed in Muscat FM Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi. (SPA)
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Saudi, Iranian FMs Discuss Oman-Sponsored Iran-US Talks

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah is welcomed in Muscat FM Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah is welcomed in Muscat FM Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Monday a telephone call from his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi.

They reviewed bilateral relations, discussed developments in the Oman-sponsored talks between Iran and the United States, and exchanged views on issues of mutual interest.

Prince Faisal traveled to Muscat on Monday where he was received by FM Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi and several other officials.