Saudi Defense Minister, British Counterpart Discuss Developments in Gaza

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
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Saudi Defense Minister, British Counterpart Discuss Developments in Gaza

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz received on Friday a telephone call from UK Secretary of State for Defense Grant Shapps.

The officials discussed the strategic defense partnership between Saudi Arabia and UK and ways to strengthen and develop it in areas of joint cooperation.

They also tackled efforts regarding regional and international developments.

They reviewed the latest developments related to Gaza and its surroundings.

Prince Khalid stressed the importance of a comprehensive cessation of military operations, protecting civilians, and introducing humanitarian aid.



GCC Secretary-General Congratulates Trump on Election as US President

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi
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GCC Secretary-General Congratulates Trump on Election as US President

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi congratulated Donald Trump on his election as the next president of the United States, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.
Albudaiwi wished the US president-elect success in the coming term and continued prosperity, security, and stability for the American people.
He highlighted the enduring and historic partnership between the GCC and the United States, which remains a cornerstone of security, peace, and development in the Middle East and beyond.
He affirmed that this partnership is crucial in addressing pressing global challenges and advancing progress across various sectors.