Countries and organizations across the Arab world welcomed on Tuesday Saudi Arabia's hosting of talks between the United States and Russia aimed at improving relations between them and paving the way for peace in Ukraine.
The talks were held at the directives of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
Oman's Foreign Ministry expressed its support for “these initiatives to promote dialogue and diplomacy in pursuit of political solutions that foster peace, security, and stability.”
Official Spokesperson for Arab League Secretary-General Jamal Rushdi stated that the Kingdom's hosting of the talks “represents a significant Arab contribution to global efforts aimed at establishing peace,” including resolving the Ukraine war.
The meeting brought together Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and officials from both countries. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Minister of State, Member of the Cabinet and National Security Adviser Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban also attended the talks.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) hoped the discussions would serve as a significant step toward bridging differences and boosting communication and dialogue to end the Ukraine conflict.
In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs praised Saudi Arabia's efforts in hosting the talks, saying it reflected the Kingdom's commitment to supporting international peace efforts and promoting global stability and prosperity.
The ministry underscored the Emirates' firm stance supporting peaceful solutions to conflicts and international cooperation in addressing global issues.
Moreover, it emphasized the need to prioritize diplomacy and constructive dialogue among the concerned parties and to work collectively toward achieving security, peace, and prosperity in the region and world.
The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Saudi Arabia's hosting of the talks is an extension of its responsible role in supporting peaceful solutions and establishing dialogue as a fundamental approach to resolving disputes and enhancing international understanding.
The ministry praised Saudi Arabia's dedicated diplomatic efforts in bridging perspectives between international parties, expressing its support for all regional and international initiatives aimed at achieving peace and boosting cooperation among nations to ensure global security and stability.
Bahrain highlighted Saudi Arabia's efforts in facilitating the talks, stressing its steadfast support for resolving disputes peacefully, and the importance of prioritizing diplomacy and constructive dialogue between all concerned parties to achieve lasting security, peace, and prosperity at the regional and global levels.
Palestine welcomed Saudi Arabia's hosting of talks, which confirms the Kingdom's effective role in achieving security and peace.
The Palestinian presidency stressed that the Kingdom's hosting of these important talks comes as a culmination of the wise policy adopted by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed.
The talks will boost regional and international stability and reflect the Kingdom's leading position on the international scene, it added.
Jordan hailed Saudi Arabia for hosting the talks, which it said were part of its tireless efforts to achieve peace and justice in the world.
The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry hoped the talks would achieve their desired goal of bolstering global security and stability.
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi said Saudi Arabia's hosting of the talks reflects its international standing and its policies that support international stability through dialogue and diplomacy.
