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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Biden’s Commitment to Continued Support of its Sovereignty

Saudi Arabia welcomes Washington's commitment to its continued support of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia welcomes Washington's commitment to its continued support of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Biden’s Commitment to Continued Support of its Sovereignty

Saudi Arabia welcomes Washington's commitment to its continued support of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia welcomes Washington's commitment to its continued support of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia welcomed on Thursday US President Joe Biden’s declaration of his country’s commitment to the continue cooperation with the Kingdom against threats.

“Saudi Arabia faces missile attacks, UAV (drone) strikes and other threats from Iranian-supplied forces in multiple countries. We’re going to continue to support and help Saudi Arabia defend its sovereignty and its territorial integrity and its people,” said Biden as he outlined his administration’s foreign policy.

Saudi Arabia welcomed his stance, underscoring its firm support to a comprehensive political solution to the conflict in Yemen.

It also welcomed the United States’ reiteration of the importance of diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.

Riyadh stressed that it has carried out several significant steps aimed at boosting opportunities to advance the political process in Yemen. It cited the Saudi-led Arab coalition’s declaration last year of a unilateral ceasefire in response to a call by the United Nations chief.

The Kingdom announced that it was looking forward to working with the Biden administration and concerned parties to reach a comprehensive solution based on UN Security Council resolution 2216, the Gulf initiative and national dialogue outcomes.

It also said it was looking forward to continue and bolster cooperation and coordination with the US to confront challenges in the region, including pushing forward the Middle East peace process, resolving conflicts and supporting stability in Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, the Horn of Africa and Sahel region. It underlined cooperation and coordination in confronting terrorism and extremism and the coronavirus pandemic.

The Kingdom said it was keen on working with the US in stabilizing the oil and financial markets as partners in the G20 and protecting joint interests and bolstering security and stability in the region and world.

Biden had also declared in his remarks that Washington was ceasing its support for offensive operations in the war in Yemen.

His National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan revealed that the administration had consulted with senior officials from Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates over this move.

Washington also appointed diplomat Timothy Lenderking as the US special envoy for Yemen.

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Saudi Crown Prince, Egyptian President Discuss Developments, Security of Navigation

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, holds talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at Al-Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo - SPA
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, holds talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at Al-Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo - SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince, Egyptian President Discuss Developments, Security of Navigation

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, holds talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at Al-Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo - SPA
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, holds talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at Al-Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo - SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi held talks in Cairo on Tuesday on bilateral relations, as well as developments in the region and issues related to Middle East security and stability, leading with marine navigation and freedom. 

Crown Prince Mohammed had arrived in Egypt earlier on Tuesday on a working visit. He held a bilateral meeting with Sisi and an expanded session of talks. 

They discussed the strategic bilateral ties between their countries and means to develop and bolster them in various fields. They also tackled issues of common interest on the Arab and Islamic scenes, as well as regional developments. 

After his departure, Crown Prince Mohammed sent a cable to Sisi, saying the visit and talks underscore the strength of fraternal relations between Riyadh and Cairo and the joint desire to develop cooperation in all areas. 

It also reflects a will to continue coordination and consultations of issues on mutual interest under the leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Sisi. 

Official Spokesperson for the Egyptian Presidency Mohamed El-Shennawy said Crown Prince Mohammed and Sisi were in agreement that the security of Saudi Arabia and Gulf countries was indivisible from that of Egypt’s. 

He stressed Cairo’s complete condemnation of any attacks that harm the Kingdoms sovereignty and stability and that threaten freedom of navigation in international marine waterways. 

He said the circumstances in the region demand more solidarity and coordination between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, adding that their interests and goals “were one” and that they were in “absolute agreement.” 

The Crown Prince’s visit underscores the solidarity and fraternity between Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Gulf countries, he remarked. 

Observers told Asharq Al-Awsat that Red Sea security and means to secure international navigation were key aspects of cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, especially amid the developments in the region and threats to global supply chains. 

Saudi Arabia and Egypt had signed in September 2025 a cooperation protocol to support marine security within efforts to bolster military cooperation between their navies. 

International and regional affairs researcher Hani al-Gamal said the visit took place amid heightened tensions in the region and threats to Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb Strait security. 

He noted the ongoing crises in Gaza, Yemen, Sudan, Syria and others. 

Al-Gamal outlined three primary considerations for the visit: first, the changing nature of threats in the region as they begin to affect the security of maritime corridors, supply chains, energy, and international trade. Second, by virtue of the capabilities of both countries, coordination becomes "a necessity to protect Arab interests." 

As for the third consideration, al-Gamal said that the visit carries a message that relations are not limited to official communications or coordination, but are rather based on a strategic partnership that requires continuous updating in light of new developments. 

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Saudi Crown Prince Arrives in Egypt

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi receives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman upon his arrival in Cairo (SPA).
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi receives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman upon his arrival in Cairo (SPA).
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Saudi Crown Prince Arrives in Egypt

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi receives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman upon his arrival in Cairo (SPA).
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi receives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman upon his arrival in Cairo (SPA).

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman arrived in Egypt on Tuesday, at the direction of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, on a working visit.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi was among those who received him upon his arrival.

The Saudi Crown Prince and the Egyptian President will discuss ways to strengthen the two countries’ fraternal bilateral relations, as well as issues of mutual interest.

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MWL Condemns Continued Houthi Militia Attacks on Saudi Arabia

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The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
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MWL Condemns Continued Houthi Militia Attacks on Saudi Arabia

The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
The Muslim World League (MWL) logo

The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned the continued aggression by the terrorist Houthi militia against the Kingdom, particularly its targeting of the cities of Khamis Mushait, Abha, and Taif with ballistic missiles and drones, resulting in injuries to civilians and damage to several residential homes and vehicles, SPA reported.

In a statement issued by the General Secretariat, MWL Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa reiterated his condemnation of these attacks that violate religious values, as well as international and humanitarian laws and norms.

He also reaffirmed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures taken to deter aggression and safeguard the Kingdom's security, as well as the safety of its citizens and residents.