Saudi Affirms Continuity to Support ‘Legality’, Foil ‘Yemeni Hezbollah’ Project

Two Saudi Soldiers in Al Khubah. AFP
Two Saudi Soldiers in Al Khubah. AFP
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Saudi Affirms Continuity to Support ‘Legality’, Foil ‘Yemeni Hezbollah’ Project

Two Saudi Soldiers in Al Khubah. AFP
Two Saudi Soldiers in Al Khubah. AFP

A reliable source asserted to Asharq Al-Awsat that Saudi Arabia will continue with its support to the Yemeni government until legality is recovered, confirming that the political solution is the best one.

The kingdom stresses that all efforts must be directed to support the UN, represented by the special envoy.

The source added that Saudi Arabia will continue to defend its border - no matter how much the cost will be, to secure its citizens and to protect its cities from ballistic missiles.

The kingdom won't allow the establishment of terrorist militias such as “Hezbollah” on its southern border, and it will foil the Yemeni project of Hezbollah, the source added.

The source also noted that Riyadh is also concerned with the humanitarian aspect of Yemenis and thusit spent more than USD8 billion until now on aid programs through King Salman Humanitarian Aid & Relief Centre and executives of the UN and non-governmental organizations.

Foreign ministers and chiefs of staff in the coalition to support legality in Yemen discussed during their meeting in Riyadh on Sunday reinforcements of integration and coordination in all humanitarian, military and political affairs of the coalition to ensure that the stated goals are attained.

The meeting is also anticipated to discuss requirements of the next phase of the coalition and efforts of various participating parties.

Saudi Arabia led the coalition as a response to a formal request by the Legit Yemeni President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi. The coalition gained the support of the Security Council through the issued resolution 2216.



Interpol Honors Saudi Interior Minister with its Medal of Highest Order

Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz receives Interpol’s Medal of the Highest Order. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz receives Interpol’s Medal of the Highest Order. (SPA)
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Interpol Honors Saudi Interior Minister with its Medal of Highest Order

Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz receives Interpol’s Medal of the Highest Order. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz receives Interpol’s Medal of the Highest Order. (SPA)

The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) honored on Thursday Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz with its Medal of the Highest Order in recognition of Saudi Arabia's contributions and support to Interpol’s efforts in combating crime.

The minister received the medal from Interpol’s President Major General Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi at the organization’s Lyon headquarters.

Visiting the headquarters, Prince Abdulaziz underlined Saudi Arabia’s continued support for the organization and its efforts to boost international cooperation in combating transnational crime.

He stressed that his visit was conducted under the guidance of the Kingdom’s leadership as part of its commitment to advancing international security collaboration.

He praised Interpol’s role in supporting global security efforts and strengthening cooperation among security agencies worldwide, contributing to international peace and stability.

For his part, Major General Al-Raisi lauded the Kingdom’s initiatives, which have helped in developing crime-fighting tools and boosting regional and international security.

The visit included discussions on deepening partnership, coordination, and the exchange of expertise between the Saudi Ministry of Interior and Interpol, particularly in the areas of combating transnational crime and addressing emerging security challenges. They also explored joint initiatives in training and capacity development.

Prince Abdulaziz received a briefing on Interpol’s key programs and initiatives and toured the Security Operations Center, where he praised the advanced technical and human capabilities on display.

The visit was attended by Assistant Minister of Interior Dr. Hisham Al-Faleh, Saudi Ambassador to France Fahd Al-Ruwaili, and several other senior Saudi security officials.