Arabs, Int’l Community Welcome Saudi Initiative to End Yemen Crisis

The Saudi foreign minister declared the initiative during a press conference in Riyadh. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The Saudi foreign minister declared the initiative during a press conference in Riyadh. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Arabs, Int’l Community Welcome Saudi Initiative to End Yemen Crisis

The Saudi foreign minister declared the initiative during a press conference in Riyadh. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The Saudi foreign minister declared the initiative during a press conference in Riyadh. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Several countries and international organizations welcomed on Monday Saudi Arabia’s initiative to end the Yemeni crisis and reach a comprehensive political solution.

The United Nations welcomed the peace initiative, which aligns with the world body’s own efforts, UN spokesman Farhan Haq said.

Kuwait welcomed the initiative, calling on Yemeni parties to fully adhere to it to reach the desired political solution according to the three agreed terms of reference.

The foreign ministry also urged the international community to support the proposal and launch a political process that ends the conflict in Yemen in a way that preserves its security and stability.

Bahrain expressed full support for the initiative, highlighting the essential role played by Saudi Arabia in maintaining regional security, peace and stability, and protecting global interests in the region.

It called on the international community to support the initiative and launch a political process that ends the war in order to restore peace and security to Yemen.

Egypt welcomed the initiative, hailing Saudi Arabia’s efforts to reach a comprehensive settlement in Yemen that ends its political and humanitarian crisis, works to give priority to the interests of the Yemeni people and paves way for the resumption of the political process.

It urged all Yemeni parties to respond to the initiative to the best interest of the Yemeni people.

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed the initiative, stressing the Kingdom's continuous keenness on the security, stability of Yemen and the region.

It called on all parties to accept the initiative to stop the bloodshed in Yemen, tackle the humanitarian and economic situation and prioritize the interests of the Yemeni people.

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Dr. Nayef al-Hajraf welcomed the Saudi initiative, expressing support for starting political consultations among Yemeni parties to reach a comprehensive political solution, according to the GCC Initiative, national dialogue and UN Security Council resolution 2216.

Al-Hajraf emphasized that the initiative reflects the great keenness and the sincere willingness to end the Yemeni crisis, following years of war due to the Houthi militias’ coup against the state.

He called on all Yemeni parties to accept the initiative to overcome the existing hurdles and prioritize the interests of the people.

Al-Hajraf underscored the Kingdom’s efforts to support Yemeni security and stability, while praising the positive role of Oman to end the crisis.



Saudi Crown Prince Receives Written Message from Uzbekistan’s President on Bilateral Ties

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 Receives Written Message from Uzbekistan’s President on Bilateral Ties

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 written message from Uzbekistan’s President, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, regarding relations between the two countries.

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received the message during his meeting with Uzbekistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Bakhtiyor Saidov at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh.


Albudaiwi Holds Talks with European Parliament Delegation in Riyadh

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA
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Albudaiwi Holds Talks with European Parliament Delegation in Riyadh

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi. SPA

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi met on Sunday in Riyadh a delegation from the European Parliament, headed by Reinhold Lopatka.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed the partnership and cooperation between the GCC and the European Parliament, aimed at serving mutual interests and benefiting their peoples, while contributing to the further support of Gulf-European relations, SPA reported.

They also exchanged views on optimal ways and proposals to enhance bilateral relations.

Albudaiwi emphasized that the GCC states seek to strengthen ties with their regional and international partners to promote development, prosperity, security, and stability. He pointed out that the delegation’s visit to the General Secretariat today strengthens Gulf-European relations and opens broader horizons for cooperation.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the two sides discussed the latest regional developments. The members of the European Parliament delegation underlined their support for the GCC states in the face of recent Iranian attacks against them.


GCC Stands in Solidarity with Bahrain in All Sovereign Measures Taken to Protect Its Security

GCC Stands in Solidarity with Bahrain in All Sovereign Measures Taken to Protect Its Security
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GCC Stands in Solidarity with Bahrain in All Sovereign Measures Taken to Protect Its Security

GCC Stands in Solidarity with Bahrain in All Sovereign Measures Taken to Protect Its Security

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi expressed the council’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Bahrain in all sovereign measures it undertakes to enhance and protect the security of its people and its stability.

Albudaiwi also emphasized that the security of the Kingdom of Bahrain is a top priority for the GCC member states and constitutes an integral part of the collective security and stability of the GCC, SPA reported.

He underscored that the GCC states stand as one in confronting anything that might undermine Bahrain's security or threaten the safety of its citizens.