Saudi Leadership Condoles Kazakh President over Victims of Coal Mine Explosion

The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Leadership Condoles Kazakh President over Victims of Coal Mine Explosion

The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud extended his condolences to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over the victims of a coal mine explosion that claimed the lives of many individuals and left others missing, SPA said on Monday.

In his cable the King said: “We extend our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to the families of the deceased and the Kazakh people, we pray to Allah Almighty, to bestow his mercy and forgiveness upon the deceased and grant patience and solace to their families”.

An explosion at the Kostenko mine in the Karaganda region of the Republic of Kazakhstan left tens dead and many people missing.

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud also extended condolences to the Kazakh president.

In his cable the Crown Prince said: "I have received news of the explosion that occurred at the Kostenko mine in the Karaganda region of the Republic of Kazakhstan, resulting in loss of lives and missing individuals. I extend the deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to Your Excellency and the families of the deceased, praying to Allah Almighty to bestow his mercy upon the deceased and return the missing safely."



UAE Reaffirms its Position Towards Lebanon's Territorial Integrity

The UAE expressed deep concern over increased escalation in Lebanon
The UAE expressed deep concern over increased escalation in Lebanon
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UAE Reaffirms its Position Towards Lebanon's Territorial Integrity

The UAE expressed deep concern over increased escalation in Lebanon
The UAE expressed deep concern over increased escalation in Lebanon

The United Arab Emirates reaffirmed on Tuesday its unwavering position towards the unity of Lebanon and its territorial integrity, the foreign ministry said in a statement.

“The United Arab Emirates expressed its deep concern over developments in Lebanon, as well as the repercussions of this dangerous situation and impact on regional stability,” it said.

"The UAE reaffirmed its unwavering position towards the unity of Lebanon, national sovereignty, and territorial integrity,” it said, emphasizing the country’s steadfast support for the people of Lebanon during this challenging period.

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the delivery of an urgent $100 million relief package to the people of Lebanon.

The ministry affirmed the necessity of concerted international efforts to halt the escalation and prevent further loss of life. It stressed the importance of providing full protection to civilians according to international law and treaties.