GCC Secretary-General Urges Immediate Gaza Ceasefire

GCC Secretary-General Jasem al-Budaiwi - Reuters
GCC Secretary-General Jasem al-Budaiwi - Reuters
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GCC Secretary-General Urges Immediate Gaza Ceasefire

GCC Secretary-General Jasem al-Budaiwi - Reuters
GCC Secretary-General Jasem al-Budaiwi - Reuters

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohammed Albudaiwi emphasized the imperative to escalate humanitarian efforts and provide increased support to the Palestinian people.

This affirmation was made during a meeting in Doha between the GCC Secretary-General and Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Daniel Benaim, held on the sidelines of his participation in the 21st edition of the Doha Forum.

The GCC Secretary-General also reiterated the unwavering commitment of GCC countries to exert every possible effort to alleviate the suffering in Gaza. He emphasized the urgent necessity for a ceasefire to facilitate the entry and improvement of relief and humanitarian assistance, SPA reported.

He also underscored the significance of adhering to international humanitarian standards and holding those accountable for the heinous Israeli crimes during this crisis. Moreover, he emphasized the negative repercussions these crimes have caused on all aspects in the Gaza Strip and the wider region.



Saudi Leadership Congratulates Pezeshkian on Election as Iran’s President

Iranian presidential candidate and reformist Massoud Pezeshkian, flashes the V-sign for victory after casting his vote during the presidential election in Tehran on June 28, 2024. (AFP)
Iranian presidential candidate and reformist Massoud Pezeshkian, flashes the V-sign for victory after casting his vote during the presidential election in Tehran on June 28, 2024. (AFP)
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Saudi Leadership Congratulates Pezeshkian on Election as Iran’s President

Iranian presidential candidate and reformist Massoud Pezeshkian, flashes the V-sign for victory after casting his vote during the presidential election in Tehran on June 28, 2024. (AFP)
Iranian presidential candidate and reformist Massoud Pezeshkian, flashes the V-sign for victory after casting his vote during the presidential election in Tehran on June 28, 2024. (AFP)

The Saudi leadership congratulated on Saturday Masoud Pezeshkian on his election as Iran's president.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent him a cable on the occasion.

He wished him success during his time in office, saying he looks forward to the continued development of relations between their countries and peoples.

He also hoped for continued coordination and consultations to bolster regional and international security and peace.

He wished Pezeshkian health and happiness and the brotherly people of Iran further progress and prosperity.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, sent Pezeshkian a similar cable.

He underscored his keenness on developing and deepening relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran and their people to achieve common interests.