Saudi Arabia Dismisses Pezeshkian’s Statements, Says Continued Iranian Attacks ‘Unjustified’https://english.aawsat.com/gulf/5249051-saudi-arabia-dismisses-pezeshkian%E2%80%99s-statements-says-continued-iranian-attacks-
Saudi Arabia Dismisses Pezeshkian’s Statements, Says Continued Iranian Attacks ‘Unjustified’
A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Dismisses Pezeshkian’s Statements, Says Continued Iranian Attacks ‘Unjustified’
A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia reiterated on Monday its “categorical condemnation of the reprehensible” Iranian attacks against the Kingdom, Gulf Cooperation Council and several Arab, Islamic and friendly countries.
A Foreign Ministry statement said the attacks “cannot be accepted or justified in any way.”
It stressed that the Kingdom reserves its “full right to take the necessary measures to protect its security, sovereignty and safety of its citizens and residents, and repel the aggression.”
“Attacks on civilian facilities, airports and oil installations are only evidence of an insistence on threatening security and stability and are a flagrant violation of international agreements and international law,” it added.
On Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s remarks on Saturday that his country has no intention to harm neighboring countries, the statement said: “The Kingdom can confirm that the Iranians have not applied this on the ground, before or after the president’s speech.”
“The attacks have continued on baseless grounds,” it asserted.
It warned that the continued Iranian attacks will lead to more escalation, “which will have a deep impact on current and future relations.”
“Iran’s actions towards our countries have no reasoning and it will be the biggest loser in any escalation,” it noted.
Saudi Foreign Minister, Greek Counterpart Discuss Regional Developments
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from his Greek counterpart, George Gerapetritis, during which they discussed bilateral relations and regional developments, the Saudi Press Agency said on Saturday.
The call also addressed efforts to enhance cooperation between the two countries and reviewed issues of mutual interest.
Coalition: Air Defenses Destroy Ballistic Missile Launched by Houthis Toward Riyadhhttps://english.aawsat.com/gulf/5333308-coalition-air-defenses-destroy-ballistic-missile-launched-houthis-toward-riyadh
Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Coalition: Air Defenses Destroy Ballistic Missile Launched by Houthis Toward Riyadh
Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki said on Sunday that air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the terrorist Houthi militia toward Riyadh.
A drone was also intercepted and destroyed in the Riyadh Region, he added.
The interceptions were preceded by an early warning from the Saudi Civil Defense.
Saudi Arabia: Debris from Downing of 2 Ballistic Missiles Falls in the Holy Capital, 3 Regionshttps://english.aawsat.com/gulf/5333306-saudi-arabia-debris-downing-2-ballistic-missiles-falls-holy-capital-3-regions
Parts of the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas in Makkah. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia: Debris from Downing of 2 Ballistic Missiles Falls in the Holy Capital, 3 Regions
Parts of the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas in Makkah. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense said on Saturday that Civil Defense teams in the Makkah and Madinah regions responded on to falling debris from the interception of two ballistic missiles launched by the terrorist Houthi militia toward the two regions.
Parts of the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas in Makkah, while interception debris fell in Al-Nuzha neighborhood in Jeddah Governorate, Wadi Jalil in Taif Governorate, and Masturah Center in Rabigh Governorate.
Wadi Al-Mughammas is located around 20 km east of the Grand Mosque and near the ritual site of Arafat.
The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen had announced earlier on Saturday the interception and destruction of three ballistic missiles launched by the militia toward the Saudi cities of Riyadh, Taif, and Yanbu, as well as a drone targeting the Eastern Region.
The Civil Defense had issued early warning alerts for potential hazards in Riyadh, Makkah, Jeddah, Taif, Yanbu, Najran, and Wadi ad-Dawasir, before declaring the danger over minutes later.
‘Despicable attacks’
President of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais condemned the terrorist Houthi militia's continued targeting of Makkah and Madinah, calling it "a blatant assault on the sanctity of the two holy cities and a violation of Islamic Sharia, which forbids aggression and mandates the protection of sacred sites."
He said the repeated attacks "reveal the militia's criminal approach, its malicious intentions toward Muslims and their holy sites, and its disregard for the status of the Two Holy Mosques."
"Targeting holy sites, civilians, and facilities is a crime forbidden by Islamic law and condemned by humanity, as well as a violation of international norms," he said.
Al-Sudais stressed that the attacks "will not undermine the Kingdom's security and stability, but will only strengthen the resolve of its leadership and people to protect the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors."
He commended the leadership's efforts to protect the Two Holy Mosques and Islam's holy sites, stressing that their security is "a red line that must not be breached."
Wadi Al-Mughammas is located around 20 km east of the Grand Mosque and near the ritual site of Arafat. (SPA)
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) strongly condemned Saturday’s attack.
"This heinous attack by the Houthi terrorist militia embodies a blatant disregard for the lives and security of civilians, and constitutes a criminal escalation that threatens regional security and stability," he said in a statement.
"Exposing Makkah to the dangers of these attacks is a highly dangerous violation of the sanctity of the holy sites and a provocation to the sentiments of Muslims worldwide, which cannot be justified or tolerated under any pretext," he added.
He stressed that the "the security of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is an integral part of the security of the GCC countries. They stand united alongside the Kingdom in confronting these attacks and back all measures it undertakes to protect its territories and safeguard the security of its citizens and residents."
He commended "the vigilance and efficiency of the Saudi air defenses in intercepting and confronting the Houthi terrorist attacks, calling on the international community to take a firm stance and implement effective measures to put an end to these heinous assaults."
Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed described the attacks as "despicable," stressing that targeting Wadi al-Mughammas in the vicinity of Mount Arafat exemplifies the militias' disregard for the sanctity of holy sites and the safety of civilians.
He warned of "the serious consequences of the continuation of these heinous acts," stressing the need for the countries of the Islamic world "to act collectively and take a firm and responsible stance to deter the Houthis and put an end to their criminal practices."
Ould Cheikh Ahmed stressed the organization's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures it takes to protect its security, sovereignty, territorial integrity, citizens, and residents.
"Violating the sanctity of Islamic holy sites is an attack on the entire Islamic ummah, requiring a firm international stance and urgent action to stop these attacks and hold the perpetrators accountable," he urged.
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