GCC Sec-Gen Condemns Storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli Extremist Minister

Muslim worshippers walk in front of the Dome of the Rock ahead of Friday prayer in the al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem's Old City February 9, 2024. (Reuters)
Muslim worshippers walk in front of the Dome of the Rock ahead of Friday prayer in the al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem's Old City February 9, 2024. (Reuters)
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GCC Sec-Gen Condemns Storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli Extremist Minister

Muslim worshippers walk in front of the Dome of the Rock ahead of Friday prayer in the al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem's Old City February 9, 2024. (Reuters)
Muslim worshippers walk in front of the Dome of the Rock ahead of Friday prayer in the al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem's Old City February 9, 2024. (Reuters)

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi has strongly condemned the intrusion of an extremist minister from the Israeli occupation government into Al-Aqsa Mosque.
According to a press release issued by the GCC Secretariat General, Secretary General Albudaiwi stated that the continuation of these illegal practices in the Palestinian territories represents a blatant provocation of the feelings of Muslims around the world and a flagrant violation of the rights of the Palestinian people.
"This reflects the Israeli occupation forces' deliberate disregard for all international laws and humanitarian charters and threatens the security and stability of the region," he pointed out, SPA reported.
Albudaiwi affirmed that encroaching on the sanctity of Al-Aqsa Mosque and Islamic holy sites and terrorising civilians has become a normal practice for the Israeli occupation government.
He stressed that this government does not respect international laws and regulations, does not believe in human rights, and pursues arrogant and inhumane policies that contradict the fundamental principles of justice and humanitarian values.

"This requires serious, prompt, and effective international action to guarantee the protection of the Palestinian people and their legitimate rights."



Saudi, Iranian FMs Discuss De-escalation Efforts in Phone Call

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
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Saudi, Iranian FMs Discuss De-escalation Efforts in Phone Call

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, the Saudi Press Agency reported Friday.

During the phone conversation, the ministers discussed current developments and measures to de-escalate tensions to help restore security and stability in the region, SPA said.


Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Phone Talks with Kuwaiti, Venezuelan Counterparts

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo
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Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Phone Talks with Kuwaiti, Venezuelan Counterparts

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah/File Photo

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, held phone talks with his Kuwaiti counterpart, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Saudi Press Agency said on Thursday.

The two officials discussed the latest regional developments and ongoing efforts to enhance security and stability in the region.

The Saudi minister also received a phone call from Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto, during which they reviewed bilateral relations and exchanged views on issues of mutual interest.


Saudi Arabia, UK Say they Support Efforts to Strengthen Region's Security

Saudi Crown and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud meets with British PM Keir Starmer in Jeddah. SPA
Saudi Crown and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud meets with British PM Keir Starmer in Jeddah. SPA
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Saudi Arabia, UK Say they Support Efforts to Strengthen Region's Security

Saudi Crown and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud meets with British PM Keir Starmer in Jeddah. SPA
Saudi Crown and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud meets with British PM Keir Starmer in Jeddah. SPA

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, met on Thursday with British PM Keir Starmer in Jeddah, reaffirming support for all efforts aimed at consolidating regional stability.

During the meeting, they reviewed the historical relations between the two countries and discussed ways to further strengthen their strategic partnership across various fields.

They also addressed the latest developments in the region and the world, and their security and economic implications.

Both sides affirmed their support for all efforts to strengthen the region's security and stability. A number of issues of mutual interest were also discussed.

Several officials from both sides attended the meeting.