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Saudi Arabia Condemns Houthi Allegations, Underscores Support for Yemen and its Security

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Jeddah. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Jeddah. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Houthi Allegations, Underscores Support for Yemen and its Security

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Jeddah. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Jeddah. (SPA)

The Saudi government strongly condemned on Tuesday the Houthi militia’s baseless allegations and accusation against the Kingdom.

It slammed the Houthis for “becoming embroiled in the regional conflict to support their agendas and heinous goals that have deepened the suffering of the Yemeni people and threatened regional security and stability.”

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Jeddah.

The cabinet reiterated the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting Yemen and its legitimate government, saying it will take “firm measures to protect its security and ships in line with international law and the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.”

The cabinet also expressed Saudi Arabia’s full support with Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan and the measures they take against the “heinous Iranian attacks” that are a violation of international law and principles of good neighborliness.

It demanded the immediate halt to all forms of military escalation to preserve the security of the countries of the region and their people.

The cabinet was briefed on the telephone call Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received from Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.

Aoun praised Saudi Arabia’s stance in support of Lebanon and its efforts to achieve stability and peace in the region.

The cabinet reviewed the latest regional developments and their impact on international peace and security.

The cabinet discussed the outcomes of the Kingdom's active international participation. It praised joint national efforts during the 2026 UN High-Level Political Forum and noted progress in the third Voluntary National Review report, which highlighted advancements in Sustainable Development Goals, including water security, renewable energy, healthcare access, digital government, industrial development, and inclusive economic growth.

The cabinet addressed discussions from the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the New Urban Agenda, highlighting the Kingdom's achievements in creating sustainable cities and enhancing quality of life.

These milestones include higher homeownership rates among Saudi families, an increased per capita share of public spaces, a modernized transportation system, and expanded community involvement in the urban development process.

The cabinet reviewed a range of reports, statistics, and indicators related to the national economy and the positive impact of the Kingdom's reforms and policies on economic growth, including the recent stability of the annual inflation rate at 1.8%, which remains low compared with many advanced and emerging economies.

The cabinet praised the Kingdom's rise to 13th place globally among the largest recipients of foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

The achievement reflects Saudi Arabia's growing position as a leading global investment destination, the success of its economic reforms, and increasing investor confidence, supported by a 53% rise in net FDI inflows to $32.6 billion and the competitiveness of key sectors, including energy, infrastructure, technology, advanced industries, and logistics.

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GCC Sec-Gen, Egyptian FM Reaffirm Strength of GCC-Egyptian Relations

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi
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GCC Sec-Gen, Egyptian FM Reaffirm Strength of GCC-Egyptian Relations

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi met with Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty in the city of El Alamein, Egypt.

During the meeting, they discussed a number of topics of mutual concern and explored ways to strengthen relations between the GCC states and Egypt across various fields, serving desired goals and shared interests.

Both sides reviewed the latest developments regarding the Joint Action Plan between the GCC and Egypt for the period (2024–2028), as well as the outcomes of the inaugural edition of the GCC-Egyptian Investment Forum held recently, SPA reported.

Moreover, the officials also explored several proposals to further bolster GCC-Egyptian ties for the benefit of both peoples.

The two officials underscored the importance of backing all regional and international efforts aimed at cementing security and stability, stressing that all outstanding disputes must be resolved through peaceful and diplomatic means, as well as constructive dialogue among all parties involved.

Albudaiwi reiterated his thanks and appreciation to the Arab Republic of Egypt for its support to the GCC states against Iranian attacks.

The Egyptian minister reaffirmed Egypt's solidarity with the GCC states and its rejection of any aggression against their territories, emphasizing that the security of the GCC states is an integral part of Egyptian national security.

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Bahrain Issues Prison Sentences for 8 Convicted of Terrorism Charges

The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)
The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)
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Bahrain Issues Prison Sentences for 8 Convicted of Terrorism Charges

The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)
The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)

Bahrain’s High Criminal Court issued on Tuesday rulings in two separate cases, convicting three defendants of joining a terrorist group and working for it to carry out hostile and terrorist acts against the kingdom and harm its interests.

The court sentenced all three defendants to 15 years in prison, fined two of them BD2,000 each, and ordered the confiscation of the seized items, a statement by the Deputy Chief Prosecutor for Terrorism Crimes said according to Bahrain’s state news agency BNA.

An investigations established that the defendants had joined a terrorist group seeking to carry out plans targeting Bahrain with the aim of disrupting public order and undermining national security and safety by committing acts intended to harm individuals, spread fear among them, and prevent state institutions and public authorities from carrying out their duties.

The investigations revealed that the defendants had been assigned to carry out various terrorist tasks within Bahrain, as well as to transfer, receive and deliver funds designated to support and finance terrorist elements affiliated with the group.

The defendants admitted to the charges brought against them.

The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them.

In another case, the High Criminal Court issued rulings in three separate cases involving individuals who supported and endorsed Iranian terrorist attacks against Bahrain.

The court sentenced three defendants to prison terms of up to 10 years, fined some of them up to BD5,000, and ordered the confiscation of the seized items.

The cases arose from reports received by the Public Prosecution from the relevant security authorities concerning the monitoring of social media accounts containing content supporting and endorsing Iranian terrorist attacks targeting Bahrain, in addition to the publication of information and images of vital sites where photography and filming are prohibited.

Investigations led to the identification of those operating the accounts. The Public Prosecution subsequently conducted its investigations, confirming that the defendants had committed the offences with which they were charged.

The Public Prosecution stressed that cyberspace, and the content published or circulated through it, is subject to the law and regulations established to protect community security and interests.

It urged users of platforms to exercise responsibility when publishing or circulating content and to refrain from contributing to the dissemination or circulation of prohibited materials and information that could harm the kingdom's security or community safety.

In a third case, the High Criminal Court convicted two defendants of spying for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), designated as a terrorist organization, and persons acting on its behalf, in order to assist in its hostile and terrorist activities against Bahrain and harm its interests.

The court sentenced both defendants to life imprisonment and ordered the confiscation of the seized items.

The Public Prosecution had received a report from the Anti-Cybercrime Directorate concerning the monitoring of a social media account containing statements supporting and endorsing Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the kingdom.

Investigations led to the identification and arrest of the person operating the account, who admitted to managing it and communicating with a defendant who had fled the country, providing him with coordinates and locations within Bahrain.

The Public Prosecution immediately opened an investigation into the report, questioning the defendant present in Bahrain, who admitted to the charges brought against him.

It said that safeguarding the kingdom's security and national interests requires confronting all forms of unlawful cooperation or communication with hostile entities. It stressed that it will continue to exercise its legal mandate in pursuing those who commit such crimes, ensuring the application of the law and accountability for anyone proven to have committed acts that could undermine Bahrain’s security or harm its interests.

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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye Discuss De-Escalation Efforts, Security of Waterways

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye Discuss De-Escalation Efforts, Security of Waterways

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held telephone talks on Tuesday with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on regional developments.

They discussed cooperation between their countries, as well as diplomatic efforts aimed at easing the escalation in the region that ensures the security and freedom of navigation in waterways in the Gulf and Red Sea.