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Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in International Conference to Support of Lebanon

Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty - SPA
Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty - SPA
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Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in International Conference to Support of Lebanon

Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty - SPA
Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty - SPA

On behalf of Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, the Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Eng. Waleed ElKhereiji participated on Thursday in the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty, held in Paris.
During the conference, Eng. ElKhereiji delivered a speech emphasizing the importance of collective commitment to assisting Lebanon in confronting its current crisis and mitigating its humanitarian repercussions. He reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for international efforts to enhance Lebanon’s stability and sovereignty, SPA reported.
Eng. ElKhereiji stated that, under the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia stands by the Lebanese people in these challenging times and the Kingdom’s full commitment to supporting all efforts to achieve a ceasefire and activate sustainable diplomatic solutions to bring peace to Lebanon, maintain its stability, and respect its sovereignty.
Eng. ElKhereiji reiterated the Kingdom’s emphasis on the importance of supporting Lebanon’s state institutions in fulfilling their constitutional duties to extend the state’s sovereignty over all Lebanese territory.

He remarked, “Permanent stability can only be achieved by building a strong state capable of asserting its sovereignty and performing its legitimate role in serving the Lebanese people.”
Eng. ElKhereiji highlighted the pivotal national role played by the Lebanese army in maintaining Lebanon’s security and stability, affirming that the army is the cornerstone of enabling the Lebanese state to initiate steps toward securing a safe future for the Lebanese people, free from conflicts.
He stressed the need to adhere to the relevant international resolutions aimed at safeguarding Lebanon’s sovereignty and independence, as well as implementing the Taif Agreement, which serves as a framework for ensuring Lebanon’s stability and national unity.
Eng. ElKhereiji also noted the Kingdom’s commitment and supportive stance toward the Lebanese people. He highlighted the Kingdom’s initiative to provide urgent humanitarian aid by delivering medical, relief, and shelter supplies through an ongoing air bridge to alleviate the suffering of the Lebanese people and meet their urgent needs in these critical circumstances.
The meeting was attended by Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to France Fahd Alruwaily and Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Lebanon Waleed Bukhari.

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Iranian Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Committed to Peace and Stability with Saudi Arabia

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
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Iranian Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Committed to Peace and Stability with Saudi Arabia

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi reaffirmed Iran and Saudi Arabia’s mutual determination to establish lasting peace and stability in the region.
Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat during his visit to Riyadh, Ravanchi emphasized that achieving this goal requires sustained bilateral and regional cooperation to address current threats and build a foundation for prosperity and security.
During his meetings with the Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Eng. Waleed ElKhereiji, Ravanchi discussed strengthening bilateral relations in political, economic, and consular fields, and explored key regional and international issues.
He described Saudi-Iranian efforts as a “successful model of bilateral and multilateral cooperation,” aimed at fostering peace, security, and development on both regional and international levels. Ravanchi underscored the importance of historical ties and the principle of good neighborliness as the basis for advancing this relationship.
Following the second meeting of the Saudi-Chinese-Iranian trilateral committee in Riyadh, both Saudi Arabia and Iran reiterated their full commitment to implementing the Beijing Agreement, according to a statement by the Saudi foreign ministry. The accord, mediated by China, aims to restore diplomatic ties and promote mutual respect for sovereignty and security in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and international law.
China praised the progress achieved since the agreement’s signing, including the reopening of embassies and increased bilateral engagement. It pledged to continue supporting Saudi-Iranian efforts to deepen their cooperation and maintain regional stability.
Ravanchi, who previously served as Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations and was a member of the Iranian nuclear negotiating team with the P5+1, described the atmosphere of the meetings as “cordial and transparent.” He added that the three nations exchanged views on topics of mutual interest and stressed the importance of continuing this “positive and forward-looking process.” He also revealed “constructive and friendly” meetings held by the Iranian delegation with their Saudi hosts and Chinese counterparts, during which they discussed enhancing bilateral and trilateral cooperation and reviewed developments in relations over the past year.
One significant development has been the improvement in consular services. Over 87,000 Iranian pilgrims performed Hajj, and more than 52,000 completed Umrah in the past year, demonstrating enhanced coordination. Additionally, the first meeting of the Saudi-Iranian Joint Media Committee and the signing of an MoU between Saudi Arabia’s Prince Saud Al-Faisal Institute for Diplomatic Studies and Iran’s Institute for Political and International Studies further strengthened institutional ties.
The trilateral meeting also tackled pressing regional challenges, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The participants condemned Israel’s aggression in Palestine, Lebanon, and Iran, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the continuation of humanitarian aid to affected regions. They warned that ongoing violence poses significant risks to regional and global security, including threats to maritime safety.
On Yemen, the parties reiterated their support for a comprehensive political solution under United Nations auspices. They emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to achieve lasting peace in the war-torn country.
Saudi-Iranian relations have undergone a remarkable transformation since the signing of the Beijing Agreement. The reopening of embassies, including Iran’s embassy in Riyadh in June after a seven-year hiatus, marked a turning point in their ties.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular Affairs Alireza Bigdeli described the day as a “historic milestone” in Saudi-Iranian relations. He expressed confidence that the renewed relationship would reach its peak, emphasizing that the restoration of ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia opens a new chapter in bilateral and regional relations, aimed at greater cooperation and stability.