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Saudi FM: Time to Find Just Solution to Palestinian Cause

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah speaks at the UN General Assembly/ (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah speaks at the UN General Assembly/ (SPA)
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Saudi FM: Time to Find Just Solution to Palestinian Cause

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah speaks at the UN General Assembly/ (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah speaks at the UN General Assembly/ (SPA)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah stressed on Saturday the Kingdom’s firm stance towards the Palestinian cause, saying it was time to reach a just and lasting solution to it.

Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he said that handling the issue outside international frameworks and laws has led to the continuation of the violence and deeper suffering.

“The international community’s failure to take decisive measures to stop Israeli aggressions and violations will only contribute to the destabilization of regional security and stability and pave the way for dangerous repercussions and increase the war crimes and acts of genocide,” he warned.

He said that Saudi Arabia is proud of being a founding member of the US and seeks to translate its principles into actions through its respect of international law and consolidation of international peace and security.

He highlighted Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to resolve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, noting its initiative with Norway and the European Union to launch the global alliance for the implementation of the two-state solution, as well as its chairing with France of an international conference for the peaceful settlement of the conflict.

Prince Faisal praised the countries that have recently recognized the State of Palestinian and the Palestinian Authority’s vow to carry out important reforms that demand more support from the international community.

“It is time to find a just and lasting solution to the Palestinian issue, as military escalation will not achieve security and peace,” he said, advocating for the two-State solution.

He called on all countries to recognize the State of Palestine, condemning aggressive Israeli attacks in the region, including attacks on Qatar.

He stressed the need for committing to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in the region and the importance of protecting navigation in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

He hailed the positive steps Syria is taking to consolidate security and stability and reiterated the Kingdom's keenness on the security and stability of Yemen.

Moreover, the FM highlighted Saudi Arabia’s development under its Vision 2030 and the goals it has achieved so far, such as the empowerment of youth and women and strengthening international cooperation.

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Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Developments

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met with Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met with Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Developments

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met with Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met with Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, met on Wednesday in Jeddah with Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, to review bilateral relations between the two countries. The discussions focused on existing areas of cooperation and opportunities to further strengthen and expand collaboration across various sectors.

The Crown Prince commended the prime minister's efforts in supporting Pakistan’s development and advancing the Saudi–Pakistani strategic partnership.

The two leaders also discussed regional and international developments, specifically focusing on the talks between the United States and Iran hosted by Pakistan, emphasizing the importance of continuing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the war that has swept the Middle East leading to a fragile temporary ceasefire and an initial round of talks in Islamabad.

The Crown Prince praised the diplomatic efforts of both Prime Minister Sharif and Chief of the Defense Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir.

The meeting was attended by Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz; Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah; and Minister of State and National Security Advisor Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban. On the Pakistani side, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Ishaq Dar was in attendance.

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan share strong ties, reinforced by a strategic agreement that treats an external attack on one as an attack on both.

Last month, Prime Minister Shehbaz praised Saudi Arabia for its “notable restraint” amid the ongoing hostilities and stressed the urgent need for de-escalation.

On March 9, the Saudi Crown Prince and Pakistan’s prime minister held a closed-door meeting, where Sharif expressed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, and both sides agreed to promote regional peace and stability.

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GCC Secretary-General Affirms Gulf Stability as a Cornerstone of Global Stability

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi
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GCC Secretary-General Affirms Gulf Stability as a Cornerstone of Global Stability

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi stressed during a working session before the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET) that Gulf–European relations are more important than ever amid current regional and international challenges, and called for elevating them from consultation to a more practical partnership, SPA reported.

Albudaiwi, who is holding a series of meetings with senior officials in Brussels, explained that recent security developments in the region, along with threats to maritime routes, supply chains, and energy and food security, confirm that Gulf stability is not merely a regional matter, but a fundamental element of global stability.

He emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and secure under international law, particularly UNCLOS (1982).

He also praised the EU’s condemnation of Iranian attacks on GCC states and its efforts to contain escalation through urgent diplomatic engagement.

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Makkah Police Arrest Resident over Fraudulent Hajj Ads

A general of the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Makkah. (SPA)
A general of the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Makkah. (SPA)
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Makkah Police Arrest Resident over Fraudulent Hajj Ads

A general of the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Makkah. (SPA)
A general of the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Makkah. (SPA)

Makkah Region police arrested an Egyptian resident for fraud after posting advertisements on social media offering fake permits to enter the holy sites and fraudulent Hajj services, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Wednesday.

Legal action was taken against him and he was referred to the Public Prosecution.

The General Directorate of Public Security urged citizens and residents to adhere to Hajj regulations and guidelines and to report violators.

On Tuesday, the Saudi Ministry of Interior announced the penalties that will be imposed on violators of the regulations requiring a permit to perform Hajj.

A fine of up to SAR20,000 will be imposed on any individual found performing or attempting to perform Hajj without a permit.

A fine of up to SAR100,000 will be imposed on any person who applies for the issuance of a visit visa of any type for an individual who performs or attempts to perform Hajj without a permit.

Infiltrators, including residents and those who overstay their visas, will be deported back to their countries and banned them from entering the Kingdom for 10 years.