Saudi, French Foreign Ministers Discuss Ongoing Escalation in Gaza

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan attends an Arab League extraordinary meeting in Cairo on October 11, 2023. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan attends an Arab League extraordinary meeting in Cairo on October 11, 2023. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP)
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Saudi, French Foreign Ministers Discuss Ongoing Escalation in Gaza

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan attends an Arab League extraordinary meeting in Cairo on October 11, 2023. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan attends an Arab League extraordinary meeting in Cairo on October 11, 2023. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah has discussed the ongoing military escalation in and around Gaza in a telephone call with his French counterpart, Catherine Colonna.

The two ministers discussed on Thursday the plight of unarmed civilians and the importance of the international community taking action to halt military operations and protect civilians.

Prince Faisal underscored the necessity of adherence to international humanitarian law by allowing access to food and relief supplies to Gaza and ending the siege.

He also stressed that a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian cause is the only way to ensure security and stability.



Australian Deputy PM Stresses Importance of Partnership with Saudi Arabia

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA
Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA
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Australian Deputy PM Stresses Importance of Partnership with Saudi Arabia

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA
Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles stressed the strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Australia, noting that the Kingdom stands as Australia's second-largest trading partner in the Middle East.

In a statement issued by his office, Marles indicated that his visit to the Kingdom and the UAE seeks to enhance collaborative efforts within the G20 and other multilateral institutions and aims to emphasize the unwavering commitment to a rules-based international order.

The statement further emphasized that the Kingdom is a crucial partner for Australia and that the visit presents an opportunity to broaden economic ties and explore avenues for deeper cooperation with regional leaders.

Marles said that this visit underscores Australia's commitment to fortifying economic and diplomatic ties with the Kingdom, recognizing its crucial role as a partner in addressing shared global challenges.

Marles met with Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz in Riyadh on Wednesday.