Saudi Arabia Warns against Israeli Statements on West Bank Sovereignty

An aerial view shows the Jewish settlement of Maale Adumim in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, June 25, 2023. (Reuters)
An aerial view shows the Jewish settlement of Maale Adumim in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, June 25, 2023. (Reuters)
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Saudi Arabia Warns against Israeli Statements on West Bank Sovereignty

An aerial view shows the Jewish settlement of Maale Adumim in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, June 25, 2023. (Reuters)
An aerial view shows the Jewish settlement of Maale Adumim in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, June 25, 2023. (Reuters)

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed on Tuesday the Kingdom stern warning regarding the extremist statements made by an Israeli cabinet official about imposing Israeli sovereignty over the occupied West Bank and expanding settlements.

These statements “undermine peace efforts, including the two-state solution; encourage conflicts; and increase extremism, posing a greater threat to regional security and stability,” it stressed.

Saudi Arabia considers these statements “a blatant violation of international laws and UN resolutions, reinforcing occupation and expansion by force, which sets a dangerous precedent.”

The ministry said that the “continued international failure to address this issue threatens the legitimacy and credibility of the international system and its sustainability.”



MWL Condemns Iran's Continued Aggression against Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan

The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
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MWL Condemns Iran's Continued Aggression against Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan

The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
The Muslim World League (MWL) logo

The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned Iran's continued aggression against Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

MWL Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa reiterated in a statement his condemnation of Iran's repeated aggression and its targeting of infrastructure and civilian and vital facilities. He said these attacks violate religious values, and international humanitarian law and norms, and pose a serious threat to the security, stability, and safety of the peoples of the region.

Al-Issa reaffirmed the MWL's full solidarity with Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan in all measures they take to safeguard their security, sovereignty, and the safety of their citizens and residents.


GCC Says Iranian Attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Amount to War Crimes

GCC Says Iranian Attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Amount to War Crimes
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GCC Says Iranian Attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Amount to War Crimes

GCC Says Iranian Attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Amount to War Crimes

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) said on Saturday that Iran's targeting of infrastructure and civilian facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan constitutes war crimes requiring immediate international accountability.

In a statement, GCC Secretary-General Jassim Albudaiwi strongly condemned what he described as Iran's "treacherous attacks" on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, including strikes on infrastructure and civilian facilities that injured a number of civilian workers in Kuwait.

Albudaiwi said Iran's actions represent a highly dangerous escalation and constitute a serious violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. He added that the attacks amount to war crimes requiring international accountability because they deliberately targeted infrastructure and civilian facilities, in what he described as a blatant violation of international norms and conventions and a further effort to undermine regional security and stability.

He stressed that the GCC stands united with Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan and supports all measures they take to safeguard their security, sovereignty and territorial integrity. He also wished those injured in Kuwait a speedy recovery.

The United Arab Emirates also strongly condemned what it described as renewed Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan with missiles and drones.

In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the three countries and pose a threat to their security and stability.

The ministry reaffirmed the UAE's full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan and its support for all measures aimed at preserving their security and stability.


Saudi King, Crown Prince Congratulate the UAE President on Union Pledge Day

Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud - File Photo
Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud - File Photo
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Saudi King, Crown Prince Congratulate the UAE President on Union Pledge Day

Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud - File Photo
Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud - File Photo

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has sent a cable of congratulations to President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates on his country's Union Pledge Day, SPA reported.

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques wished the president continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of the UAE steady progress and prosperity.

King Salman also praised the distinguished relations binding the two countries, which both peoples are keen to strengthen.

For his part, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, has also sent a cable of congratulations to the president of UAE and wished him continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of the UAE steady progress and prosperity.