Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Incursions into Syria

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Logo of the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Incursions into Syria

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Logo of the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Saudi Arabia strongly denounced on Monday the Israeli occupation’s continued violations in the region, the latest of which included incursions into the Syrian territory and artillery shelling targeting the provinces of Quneitra and Daraa.

“The Kingdom expresses its categorical rejection of the Israeli occupation forces' intimidation of innocent civilians and their violation of international laws and norms”, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

Saudi Arabia reiterated the importance of halting Israel’s violations against Syria’s territory and adhering to the 1974 Disengagement Agreement in order to preserve the region's security and stability. It also reaffirmed its support for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.



Arab Leaders Extend Condolences to Saudi Arabia over Victims of Aramco Helicopter Crash

A Leonardo AW139 helicopter, the model operated in Aramco's aviation fleet, with a seating capacity of 14 passengers.(SPA)
A Leonardo AW139 helicopter, the model operated in Aramco's aviation fleet, with a seating capacity of 14 passengers.(SPA)
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Arab Leaders Extend Condolences to Saudi Arabia over Victims of Aramco Helicopter Crash

A Leonardo AW139 helicopter, the model operated in Aramco's aviation fleet, with a seating capacity of 14 passengers.(SPA)
A Leonardo AW139 helicopter, the model operated in Aramco's aviation fleet, with a seating capacity of 14 passengers.(SPA)

Several Arab leaders offered their condolences to Saudi Arabia on Monday over the victims of the Aramco helicopter crash in Ras Tanura that killed 14 nationals.

Official Spokesperson for the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign and Expatriate Affairs Ambassador Fouad Majali affirmed Jordan's full solidarity with the Kingdom in the wake of the tragic incident and extended his sincere condolences to the families of the martyrs.

The Sultanate of Oman, in a statement issued by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, expressed sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and to the families.

Messages of condolences poured in from leaders of the UAE, Bahrain, Palestine, and Jordan.

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi, and MWL Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa expressed their deep sorrow over the tragic incident and extended their sincere condolences to the Saudi leadership and people.

A helicopter belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco crashed on Sunday in Ras Tanura on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast on the Gulf, west of the Strait of Hormuz, killing 14 nationals, the state news agency reported, adding that the cause was unknown.


Saudi Foreign Minister Receives Phone Call from Kuwaiti Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
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Saudi Foreign Minister Receives Phone Call from Kuwaiti Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

During the call, the Kuwaiti foreign minister expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy over the martyrs of the Saudi Aramco helicopter crash, praying to Allah Almighty to bestow His vast mercy and forgiveness upon them.

For his part, the Saudi minister expressed his deep appreciation and gratitude to Sheikh Al-Sabah for his sincere fraternal sentiments, praying for mercy and forgiveness for the martyrs.


Saudi Crown Prince, French President Support Diplomatic Efforts to De-escalate Regional Tensions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince, French President Support Diplomatic Efforts to De-escalate Regional Tensions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Sunday a phone call from French President Emmanuel Macron.

During the call, they reviewed regional and international developments. They also discussed the latest developments regarding the memorandum of understanding signed between the US and Iran, as well as efforts to reach comprehensive solutions that achieve security and stability in the region.

The two sides affirmed the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation and supporting diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.

They also discussed areas of joint cooperation and a number of regional and international issues of common interest.