Saudi Defense Minister Meets US CENTCOM Chief, Iran Supreme National Security Council Secretary 

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Admiral Brad Cooper in Riyadh. (SPA)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Admiral Brad Cooper in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Defense Minister Meets US CENTCOM Chief, Iran Supreme National Security Council Secretary 

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Admiral Brad Cooper in Riyadh. (SPA)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Admiral Brad Cooper in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz held talks in Riyadh on Tuesday with commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Admiral Brad Cooper.

They discussed aspects of bilateral cooperation between their countries in defense fields, as well as recent developments in the region and joint efforts to maintain international security and peace.

Chief of General Staff Lieutenant-General Fayyad bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, Commander of the Joint Forces Lieutenant-General Fahd bin Hamad Al-Salman, and Advisor to the Minister of Defense for Intelligence Affairs Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif attended the meeting.

US embassy Chargé d'Affaires ad interim to Saudi Arabia Alison Dilworth was also present, along with several US officials.

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani in Riyadh. (SPA)

Prince Khalid also received in Riyadh Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani.

They reviewed Saudi-Iranian relations and discussed regional developments, focusing on efforts to boost security and stability. They also addressed several other topics of mutual interest.

Attending the meeting were Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and National Security Adviser Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban; President of the General Intelligence Presidency Khalid Al-Humaidan; and several other officials.

From the Iranian side, attendees included Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Alireza Enayati and other officials.



Qatar Condemns Israeli Airstrikes on Lebanon, Offers Support

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun (QNA).
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun (QNA).
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Qatar Condemns Israeli Airstrikes on Lebanon, Offers Support

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun (QNA).
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun (QNA).

Qatar condemns the Israeli airstrikes targeting Lebanon, affirmed Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in a phone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, during which he expressed his rejection of any violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity.

During the call, the emir and the Lebanese president reviewed developments in Lebanon, particularly in light of the current escalation and its impact on the country’s security and stability, as well as the wider region.

The Qatar News Agency said Sheikh Tamim “condemned the Israeli airstrikes targeting Lebanon, stressing his rejection of any violation of its sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity.”

They also discussed regional and international efforts to contain the escalation. The emir reiterated Qatar’s firm support for Lebanon and its people, underscoring Doha’s readiness to provide assistance and contribute to efforts aimed at advancing de-escalation and stability.

Maritime Security

Separately, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, stressing the need to build on it urgently to prevent a broader escalation in the region.

In a phone call on Thursday with Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel, the Qatari prime minister emphasized the importance of ensuring the security of maritime routes and safeguarding freedom of navigation and international trade in accordance with international law, in a way that supports regional stability and global supply chains.

The two sides also reviewed the latest regional developments following the ceasefire announcement between the United States and Iran, along with a number of issues of mutual interest.


Saudi Foreign Minister, Pakistani Counterpart Discuss Efforts to Restore Regional Security and Stability

A file photo of Saudi Arabia's flag (SPA)
A file photo of Saudi Arabia's flag (SPA)
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Saudi Foreign Minister, Pakistani Counterpart Discuss Efforts to Restore Regional Security and Stability

A file photo of Saudi Arabia's flag (SPA)
A file photo of Saudi Arabia's flag (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call Thursday from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan Ishaq Dar.

During the call, the two ministers reviewed regional developments and efforts to restore security and stability in the region.


GCC General Secretariat Welcomes Announcement of Ceasefire between US, Iran

GCC General Secretariat Welcomes Announcement of Ceasefire between US, Iran
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GCC General Secretariat Welcomes Announcement of Ceasefire between US, Iran

GCC General Secretariat Welcomes Announcement of Ceasefire between US, Iran

The General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has expressed its welcome for the announcement of a ceasefire between the US and Iran.

It praised the significant efforts exerted by Pakistan in this regard, as well as those of other regional and international parties calling for an end to the ongoing conflict, SPA reported.

The GCC general secretariat underlines the significance of concerted regional and international efforts to reach a permanent solution to end this crisis in order to ensure the security and stability in the region and the world.