UAE Condemns Military Targeting of Iran, Urges Restraint

Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
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UAE Condemns Military Targeting of Iran, Urges Restraint

Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the military targeting of Iran, and expressed deep concern over the continued escalation and its repercussions on regional stability.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the "importance of exercising the highest levels of restraint and wisdom to avoid risks and the expansion of conflict.”

It “reaffirmed the UAE’s position that enhancing dialogue, adhering to international law, and respecting the sovereignty of states are essential foundations for resolving current crises.”

“The UAE emphasizes the necessity of resolving disputes through diplomatic means, rather than confrontation and escalation,” the statement added.



Saudi FM Meets Somali Counterpart in Riyadh

Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Maalim Faqi at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh on Sunday (Saudi Press Agency)
Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Maalim Faqi at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh on Sunday (Saudi Press Agency)
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Saudi FM Meets Somali Counterpart in Riyadh

Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Maalim Faqi at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh on Sunday (Saudi Press Agency)
Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Maalim Faqi at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh on Sunday (Saudi Press Agency)

Prince Faisal bin Farhan, the Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, met on Sunday in Riyadh with his Somali counterpart, Ahmed Maalim Faqi Ahmed, where they discussed regional and international developments and matters of joint interest.

The two officials also reviewed the bilateral relations between their countries and explored ways to strengthen them in various fields.