Kuwait blamed Iran for the attack, saying it was a dangerous escalation and violation of its sovereignty. (KUNA)
Iraq condemned on Friday the rocket and drone attacks against Kuwait earlier this week.
Kuwait blamed Iran for the attack, saying it was a dangerous escalation and violation of its sovereignty and security.
The Iraqi Foreign Ministry underscored Iraq’s “rejection of all acts that threaten the security and stability of countries in the region.”
In a statement, it urged the need for restraint and avert escalation in the region, calling for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve crises.
Iraq supports all international and regional efforts aimed at preventing the circle of violence from expanding, it added.
It also backs efforts to reach peaceful solutions that preserve the security and stability of the peoples of the region.
Iraq did not pin blame on Iran. Kuwait condemned “the Iranian attacks” that targeted its territories, saying they were a “direct threat to civilians and vital installations.”
The US military on Thursday accused Iran of violating the fragile ceasefire in the region following the attack.
Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz met with Syrian Minister of Interior Anas Khattab. (SPA)
Saudi Interior Minister Receives Syrian Counterpart
Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz met with Syrian Minister of Interior Anas Khattab. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz received on Friday Syrian Minister of Interior Anas Khattab at the ministry’s headquarters in Makkah, the Saudi Press Agency said.
During the meeting, the two sides reviewed areas of existing cooperation and security coordination between the two brotherly countries and discussed a number of topics of mutual interest.
The Syrian interior minister praised this year’s Hajj season, which reflects the level of care the Kingdom extends to pilgrims, as well as its advanced organizational and operational capabilities that have contributed to providing a safe and smooth environment for pilgrims. He also commended the season’s integrated services and efficient crowd management.
Several senior officials attended the meeting.
Arab and Muslim Leaders Congratulate Saudi Arabia on Success of Hajj Seasonhttps://english.aawsat.com/gulf/5278575-arab-and-muslim-leaders-congratulate-saudi-arabia-success-hajj-season
Arab and Muslim Leaders Congratulate Saudi Arabia on Success of Hajj Season
Pilgrims are seen at the Prophet’s Mosque after they completed the Hajj. (SPA)
Several Arab and Muslim leaders extended congratulations to Saudi Arabia on the success of the 1447 AH Hajj season.
Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani congratulated Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and wished the Kingdom continued progress and prosperity, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.
Deputy Emir of Qatar Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani and Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani also sent congratulatory cables to the Saudi leadership on the success of the Hajj season.
Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah congratulated the Saudi leadership on this great success, attributing it to Allah Almighty and the generous care of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and the Saudi government.
Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq expressed his appreciation for the great efforts exerted by the Kingdom's government to serve pilgrims, praising the tangible development witnessed annually during the Hajj season through the use of the latest technologies and the mobilization of all resources to enable pilgrims to perform the rituals with ease, tranquility, and safety.
Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa congratulated Saudi Arabia on the successful Hajj season, praising the leadership, government agencies, and personnel whose dedicated efforts ensured its success.
The Kingdom also received congratulations from Arab Parliament Speaker Mohammed Al Yamahi, Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi, and President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas.
Saudi Arabia Declares This Year’s Hajj an Exceptional Successhttps://english.aawsat.com/gulf/5278470-saudi-arabia-declares-year%E2%80%99s-hajj-exceptional-success
Saudi Arabia Declares This Year’s Hajj an Exceptional Success
The holy sites were marked by organization and harmony, in a scene that embodied the combined efforts of the various participating bodies. (SPA)
Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Makkah region, announced on Friday the “exceptional” success of this year’s Hajj, saying it was supported by an integrated system of security, organization and services that enabled pilgrims to perform their rituals with ease and reassurance.
He said the success was achieved first by God’s grace, then through the unlimited support and directives of the Saudi leadership, which provided the necessary capabilities and resources, as well as close follow-up of all stages of preparation, work and implementation.
Prince Saud bin Mishaal said the Hajj reflected the image of a country working with sincerity and dedication to serve the guests of God.
The holy sites were marked by organization and harmony, in a scene that embodied the combined efforts of the various participating bodies, he added.
This year’s Hajj affirmed Saudi Arabia’s ability to manage crowds efficiently and capably, he declared, saying pilgrims performed their rituals in an atmosphere of security, reassurance and care befitting the honor of the place and its sanctity.
Prince Saud bin Mishaal said the achievements made during Hajj were the result of the leadership’s approach, which has made serving pilgrims both an honor and a priority.
Support was present and work continued with a spirit of responsibility and dedication, he stressed, adding that the success of the season was not the end of the work, but the start of new responsibilities and a pledge renewed each year to preserve Saudi Arabia’s status as a beacon of security and generosity and a destination for serving Islam and Muslims.
Pilgrims are seen at the Prophet’s Mosque after they completed the Hajj. (SPA)
At the end of his announcement, the deputy governor prayed to God to preserve Saudi Arabia’s security and stability, protect its leadership and bless the efforts of all those who contributed to the success.
Meanwhile, pilgrims in a hurry to leave Mina departed the holy sites after completing the stoning of the devil on the second day of Tashreeq, the 12th day of Dhu al-Hijjah. They then performed the farewell tawaf of the holy Kaaba in Makkah with humble hearts and prayers, concluding their Hajj.
Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims headed to Madinah to visit the Prophet’s Mosque. Others departed the Kingdom, while those who wished to stay overnight continued to complete the stoning on the third day of Tashreeq.
The Grand Mosque witnessed heavy movement around the Kaaba, amid a high level of readiness by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, in cooperation with relevant bodies, as part of an integrated operational plan for this year’s Hajj.
The concerned authorities mobilized all their capabilities to facilitate the movement of pilgrims leaving early and ensure smooth movement inside the Grand Mosque, enabling them to perform their rites with ease.
In a related development, the Authority completed preparations to receive pilgrims arriving to visit the Prophet’s Mosque after performing Hajj. The operational plan focused on preparing the Prophet’s Mosque and all its facilities to receive visitors and worshippers in a safe and well-equipped environment.
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