Yemen, Gulf Countries Condemn ‘Cowardly’ Attack on Saudi Officers in Seyiun

Saudi forces in the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen. (AFP)
Saudi forces in the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen. (AFP)
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Yemen, Gulf Countries Condemn ‘Cowardly’ Attack on Saudi Officers in Seyiun

Saudi forces in the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen. (AFP)
Saudi forces in the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen. (AFP)

Yemen and Gulf countries condemned on Sunday the “cowardly treacherous” attack against Saudi officers of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen in the Yemeni city of Seyiun.

Chairman of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi slammed the “criminal terrorist attack,” stressing that the perpetrator - a member of the Yemeni army - “does not represent the noble recruits of the armed forces.”

A Saudi officer and another non-commissioned officer were killed in the attack in Seyiun on Friday. Another officer was also wounded.

The armed forces “recognize the great role played by our brothers in the Arab coalition and their sacrifices alongside the Yemeni people,” continued the PLC in a statement.

They recognize the people’s “aspiration for restoring Yemeni state institutions”, as well as the need to end the “terrorist Iran-backed Houthi militias,” it said.

Al-Alimi ordered the arrest of the perpetrator and for an investigation into the attack in coordination with the joint forces command in the coalition.

Yemeni Prime Minister Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak condemned the attack, saying it does not represent the country’s armed forces.

The Defense Ministry and chief of staff vowed to arrest the perpetrator and to bring him to justice.

“The attack will only make the armed forces only more vigilant and increase coordination with the coalition to confront joint challenges and lead Yemen to a secure and stable future,” said an army statement.

It added that it will work with the Defense Ministry and joint forces to probe the attack and determine its motives.

In separate statements, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain strongly condemned the attacks.

The UAE Foreign Ministry said it “always rejects all forms of violence and terrorism that aim to undermine stability and security and that go against international law.”

It voiced its full solidarity with the Saudi forces. Saudi Arabia and the UAE are members of the Arab coalition.

It said it supports the measures Saudi Arabia will take to preserve its security and safety of its soldiers and citizens.

The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry condemned the “treacherous” attack, underlining its constant support to Saudi Arabia and the measures it takes to maintain regional security and stability, including its efforts in the Arab coalition to restore legitimacy in Yemen.

Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry offered its condolences to Saudi Arabia over the deaths of the two officers.

It stressed its support for Saudi efforts in leading the coalition and the Kingdom’s humanitarian and development role in Yemen that are part of its efforts to reach a permanent political solution in the war-torn country.



Saudi Arabia Reiterates Call on Countries to Join Two-State Solution Global Coalition

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Call on Countries to Join Two-State Solution Global Coalition

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday its call on countries to join the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, which was launched by the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee and led by the Kingdom in collaboration with the European Union and Norway.

The cabinet underscored its solidarity with the Palestinian and Lebanese people in overcoming the humanitarian impact of the Israeli war against them.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.

The cabinet hailed the outcome of the Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit that was held in Riyadh on Monday, which it said will help in strengthening joint action and continuing cooperation with the international community to stop the war on the Gaza Strip to achieve security and stability in the region.

It welcomed the document of the tripartite mechanism to support Palestine signed between the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Arab League and African Union Commission.

Crown Prince Mohammed briefed the cabinet on the letters Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz received from Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo and Comoros’ President Azali Assoumani.

He also briefed them on his telephone talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and US President-elect Donald Trump, during which he highlighted the Kingdom's keenness to strengthening historical and strategic relations between their countries.

The cabinet reviewed the Kingdom's contributions and initiatives aimed at boosting the effectiveness and speed of international multilateral action in addressing current and future challenges. These efforts are intended to respond to urgent global issues while promoting development and prosperity and strengthening common cultural and social ties.

The cabinet highlighted the Kingdom's emphasis, at recent international meetings, on boosting cooperation with world countries, strengthening coordination in various fields, and endeavoring to continue its humanitarian and development assistance to countries and peoples affected by natural disasters and humanitarian crises.

Moreover, the cabinet reiterated the Kingdom's commitment to fostering cultural communication between diverse cultures worldwide. It expressed gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the "Arab Week at UNESCO" initiative, launched by the Kingdom at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization in Paris, France.

The cabinet praised the Crown Prince's support for national talent, which enables them to become leaders in various fields, out of the belief that individuals are the core and foundation of development. One such talent is the Saudi medical team, which was received by Crown Prince Mohammed after having performed the world's first robotic heart transplant.

The cabinet also lauded the outcome of the 10th Biban24 Forum, held in Riyadh; agreements worth SAR35.4 billion were signed to support entrepreneurship in various sectors and to achieve one of the national goals, which is to increase the contribution of small and medium enterprises to the GDP.