King Salman: Our Kingdom Was Founded on Justice, Unification under One Banner 

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
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King Salman: Our Kingdom Was Founded on Justice, Unification under One Banner 

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz stressed on Sunday that the Saudi state was built on justice and unification.

In a tweet on the X platform on the occasion of the Kingdom’s Founding Day, he said: “On this glorious day, we remember the founding of our blessed state, established by our forefathers on the word of monotheism, the pursuit of justice and the unification of people under one banner; which, by the grace of God, achieved security and prosperity.”

King Salman and Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received several cables of congratulations from Gulf, Arab and Muslim leaders on the occasion.

The leaders hailed Saudi Arabia’s high global standing and its constant achievements in various fields, as well as its role in supporting security and stability and bolstering peace in the region.

They underlined their keenness on boosting relations with Saudi Arabia on all levels to serve common interests, hoping that the Kingdom and its people continue to enjoy progress and prosperity under the wise leadership.

Founding Day was celebrated across the Kingdom on Sunday with various cultural, national and entertainment activities that attracted locals, residents and tourists.



Saudi Arabia Condemns Repeated Iranian Attacks on UAE Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

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Saudi Arabia Condemns Repeated Iranian Attacks on UAE Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs logo
The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs logo

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom's strongest condemnation of the targeting of two ADNOC tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, describing repeated Iranian attacks against commercial vessels as reprehensible.

In a statement, the ministry stressed that these repeated attacks constitute a dangerous escalation, a direct threat to maritime navigation safety and global energy security, and a grave violation of international law, SPA reported.

It noted that the aggression blatantly defies UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which affirms the freedom of commercial navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and condemns any actions obstructing it.

Holding Iran fully responsible for the consequences of its ongoing violations, the Kingdom demanded an immediate halt to these attacks and adherence to international laws. It emphasized that regional security and maritime safety are shared responsibilities, warning that continuing such actions is intolerable.

Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its full solidarity with the United Arab Emirates, affirming its steadfast support for all measures it takes to protect its sovereignty, security, and resources.


Saudi Leadership Congratulates President of Pakistan on Independence Day

(R) Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, (L) Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
(R) Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, (L) Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
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Saudi Leadership Congratulates President of Pakistan on Independence Day

(R) Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, (L) Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
(R) Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, (L) Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

The Saudi leadership congratulated Pakistan on its Independence Day, reaffirming the strong and longstanding ties between the two countries and their peoples, the Saudi Press Agency said Friday.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of congratulations to President Asif Ali Zardari, wishing him continued good health and happiness and the government and people of Pakistan steady progress and prosperity.

King Salman also praised the strong relations binding the two countries and peoples, highlighting the shared commitment to advancing cooperation across all fields.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, also sent a cable of congratulations to President Zardari on Pakistan’s Independence Day. The Crown Prince similarly wished the Pakistani president good health and happiness and the government and people continued progress and prosperity.

 

 

 


UAE Condemns ‘Hostile Iranian Attack’ on 2 ADNOC Vessels in Hormuz Strait

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 10, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer
Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 10, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer
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UAE Condemns ‘Hostile Iranian Attack’ on 2 ADNOC Vessels in Hormuz Strait

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 10, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer
Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 10, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer

The United Arab Emirates on Friday blamed Iran for attacks on two vessels linked to the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) as they passed through the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier.

The UAE foreign ministry denounced what it called "the hostile Iranian attack" targeting two vessels affiliated with ADNOC "with no injuries reported.”

ADNOC confirmed "two of its vessels were attacked while transiting" the waterway on Thursday evening, adding the situation was "brought under control,” Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.

Continued attacks in the strait led to the collapse of an April ceasefire between the United States and Iran.