Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Terrorist Explosions in Mogadishu Military Base

The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns Terrorist Explosions in Mogadishu Military Base

The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned and denounced the terrorist attack on a military base in Mogadishu in Somalia.

“This heinous act resulted in the tragic loss of lives, including several Somali military forces as well as personnel from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Bahrain,” the Ministry said in a statement on Sunday.

“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expresses its deep sorrow and stands firmly against such acts of terrorism,” said the statement.

The Ministry reiterated the Kingdom's unwavering stance in denouncing violence, terrorism, and extremism in any form.

It also expressed full solidarity and support for Somalia, the UAE, and Bahrain in this tragic incident and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the governments and people of the affected countries.



Saudi Crown Prince, Macron Discuss Efforts to Reduce Escalation in the Region

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince, Macron Discuss Efforts to Reduce Escalation in the Region

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a phone call on Friday from French President Emmanuel Macron.

The Saudi Crown Prince and Macron discussed the latest developments in the region and reviewed the efforts made to reduce escalation to achieve security and stability.