GCC Sec-Gen Condemns Iran's Continued Destabilizing Behavior, Repeated Attacks on Member Stateshttps://english.aawsat.com/gulf/5295155-gcc-sec-gen-condemns-irans-continued-destabilizing-behavior-repeated-attacks-member
GCC Sec-Gen Condemns Iran's Continued Destabilizing Behavior, Repeated Attacks on Member States
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi expressed his condemnation and denunciation in the strongest terms of Iran's continued destabilizing behavior regarding regional security and stability, its repeated brutal targeting of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Sultanate of Oman, the State of Qatar, the State of Kuwait, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, as well as its dangerous attacks on commercial vessels.
Albudaiwi stated that Iran's behavior constitutes a grave violation of the principles of international law, the United Nations Charter, and UN Security Council Resolution 2817, as well as a direct undermining of maritime security and freedom of navigation, SPA reported.
He noted that these repeated, brutal Iranian attacks not only hinder all endeavors aimed at achieving security and stability in the region, but also reveal a systematic insistence on perpetuating chaos, in blatant defiance of international law and the international community's shared will to establish peace.
He underlined that the GCC supports all measures taken by the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan to bolster their security, safeguard their sovereignty, and protect their peoples and residents across their territories.
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.
Saudi Leadership Extends Condolences to Jordan's King over Deadly Church Attackhttps://english.aawsat.com/gulf/5333305-saudi-leadership-extends-condolences-jordans-king-over-deadly-church-attack
Saudi Leadership Extends Condolences to Jordan's King over Deadly Church Attack
Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud - File Photo
Saudi Arabia’s leadership extended condolences to Jordan over the victims of a deadly terrorist attack targeting a church in Karak Governorate, expressing solidarity with the kingdom following the incident.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent separate cables of condolences to Jordan’s King Abdullah II following the attack, which left people dead and injured.
In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency King Salman said: "We received the news of the terrorist attack that targeted a church in Karak Governorate in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, resulting in deaths and injuries.
"As we condemn this criminal act, we extend our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to your Majesty, the families of the deceased, and the brotherly people of Jordan. We wish the injured a speedy recovery and pray to Allah Almighty to protect your country and its brotherly people from all harm. Indeed, we belong to Allah and to Him we shall return."
In his message, the Crown Prince said: "I learned of the terrorist attack that targeted a church in Karak Governorate in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, resulting in deaths and injuries. I condemn this cowardly criminal act and extend my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to Your Majesty, the brotherly people of Jordan, and the families of the deceased, wishing the injured a speedy recovery."
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Riyadh Airport Partially Resumes Operations
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. (SPA)
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh announced Saturday the partial resumption of operational activity starting Sunday, allocating Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights served by national carriers.
In a statement, the airport urged passengers with confirmed bookings to contact their respective airlines to verify the status of their reservations and flights before heading to the airport.
Flights at the airport had been suspended to complete necessary procedures ensuring the safety of its facilities following recent Houthi terrorist attacks that targeted its vicinity.
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