Bahraini King Stresses Importance of Establishing Just Peace in Middle East

King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa. BNA
King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa. BNA
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Bahraini King Stresses Importance of Establishing Just Peace in Middle East

King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa. BNA
King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa. BNA

Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa delivered a speech after assuming the presidency of the 33rd session of the Arab League from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Thursday, during which he called for the organization of an international conference for peace in the Middle East.

King Hamad emphasized the importance of establishing a final and just peace in the region, stating that humanity must triumph and prevail in the battle for peace.
He highlighted the increasing responsibility in protecting the joint Arab process due to the continuing risks surrounding Arab national security.

The King also stressed the need to open a new chapter of stability and development that brings the Arab world closer to its legitimate aspirations as a civilized force capable of understanding the era's requirements and keeping pace with its progress.
Regarding the Palestinian people, he expressed concern that they are still denied their legitimate rights to security, freedom, and self-determination.

According to SPA, he called for a joint and urgent Arab and international position to be formulated, adopting the path of dialogue and collective solidarity to halt the bloodshed of wars.
King Hamad emphasized that establishing an independent Palestinian state would benefit the entire Arab region and help overcome its crises. He stated that the approach to achieving this goal should be through advice and serious political dialogue.
He expressed hope that the consultations and decisions would contribute to re-establishing a prosperous present and a bright future that future generations deserve, and also expressed his aspirations that the summit would mark a historic turning point in the process of Arab construction.



Saudi Arabia, Egypt Stress Need for Immediate Ceasefire in Lebanon, Gaza

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abduallah and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty meet in Riyadh in August. (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abduallah and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty meet in Riyadh in August. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia, Egypt Stress Need for Immediate Ceasefire in Lebanon, Gaza

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abduallah and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty meet in Riyadh in August. (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abduallah and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty meet in Riyadh in August. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia and Egypt stressed on Friday the need for an “immediate and permanent ceasefire in Lebanon and Gaza.”

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abduallah held telephone talks with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty to discuss the situation in Lebanon and the Israeli escalation in the region, given the ongoing coordination and cooperation between Riyadh and Cairo.

An Egyptian foreign ministry spokesman said the FMs condemned the Israeli assault on Lebanon that has left hundreds dead and wounded.

He stressed Saudi Arabia and Egypt’s “full solidarity with Lebanon and its brotherly people during this crisis.”

They underlined the importance of offering all forms of humanitarian assistance to the people and enabling the state and all of its institutions to perform their duties and impose its sovereignty throughout the country.

The FMs expressed their categorical rejection of any measures that may impact Lebanon’s sovereignty across its territories.

Moreover, they warned that the prolongation of the escalation may have consequences on the people of the region.

Prince Faisal and Abdelatty called for the full implementation of United Nations Security Council resolution 1701 by all concerned parties.

Furthermore, the FMs called on the international community, especially the Security Council, to assume its responsibilities in reaching an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Lebanon and Gaza.

Saudi Arabia and Egypt will continue to coordinate to address the dangers in the Arab region caused by the Israeli assault against the Lebanese and Palestinian people.