Saudi FM Reiterates Importance of Confronting Food Security Challenges

Prince Faisal received at his residence in Paris the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Yael Lambert (SPA)
Prince Faisal received at his residence in Paris the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Yael Lambert (SPA)
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Saudi FM Reiterates Importance of Confronting Food Security Challenges

Prince Faisal received at his residence in Paris the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Yael Lambert (SPA)
Prince Faisal received at his residence in Paris the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Yael Lambert (SPA)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah stressed the importance of collective international approach to confront the threats facing the world and affecting food security.

Farhan pointed out that Saudi Arabia will confront these challenges comprehensively and continuously.

The FM chaired the Kingdom's delegation participating in the fourth edition of the Paris Peace Forum on redefining the main principles of international cooperation in a post-Covid-19 pandemic world.

Prince Faisal bin Farhan participated in the "Alliance for Multilateralism" session. He addressed some of the threats facing the world and affecting food security, such as the coronavirus pandemic, climate change, conflicts, and instability.

He stressed that these issues require a collective approach from the international community and partners.

He also stressed that strengthening multilateral action is essential to provide effective and sustainable solutions to everyday challenges, noting the Kingdom's aim to confront these challenges comprehensively and continuously.

Later, Prince Faisal received at his residence in Paris the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Yael Lambert to review strategic ties between both countries.

During the meeting, they reviewed historical relations between Saudi Arabia and the US and ways to enhance them in all areas of cooperation and joint coordination.

They discussed regional and international issues of common interest, strengthening security and stability in the Middle East, and making efforts to lay the foundations for peace a top priority.

The Saudi FM later discussed with German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas ways to boost the bilateral relations between the two countries and the latest developments in the regional and international arenas.



UAE Sentences Killers of Israeli Rabbi to Death

The court unanimously sentenced the three defendants who carried out the murder and kidnapping to death, while the accomplice who aided them received a life sentence. (WAM)
The court unanimously sentenced the three defendants who carried out the murder and kidnapping to death, while the accomplice who aided them received a life sentence. (WAM)
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UAE Sentences Killers of Israeli Rabbi to Death

The court unanimously sentenced the three defendants who carried out the murder and kidnapping to death, while the accomplice who aided them received a life sentence. (WAM)
The court unanimously sentenced the three defendants who carried out the murder and kidnapping to death, while the accomplice who aided them received a life sentence. (WAM)

The United Arab Emirates on Monday sentenced three people to death for the murder of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi who was killed in November in the Gulf country, state news agency WAM reported.

The Abu Dhabi Federal Appeal Court ruled the murder of Zvi Kogan, 28, was committed by the defendants in pursuance of a "terrorist purpose," according to WAM.

Attorney General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi had ordered the four defendants to be brought to a swift trial in January 2025, following investigations conducted by the State Security Prosecution, which revealed that the defendants had tracked and murdered the victim.

The evidence presented by the State Security Prosecution to the court included the defendants' detailed confessions to the crimes of murder and kidnapping, along with forensic reports, post-mortem examination findings, details of the instruments used in the crime, and witness testimonies.

The court unanimously sentenced the three defendants who carried out the murder and kidnapping to death, while the accomplice who aided them received a life sentence followed by deportation from the country after serving his sentence.

Under UAE law, sentences of capital punishment are automatically subject to appeal and are referred to the Criminal Division of the Federal Supreme Court for review and adjudication.

The Attorney General stressed that the verdict reflects the UAE’s unwavering commitment to combating terrorism in accordance with the highest standards of justice and the rule of law while ensuring fair trial guarantees. He stressed that the UAE judiciary resolutely confronts any attempts to undermine national security and stability.

Furthermore, the Attorney General added that the United Arab Emirates stands as a global model of coexistence and tolerance, where its laws protect all residents, regardless of religion or ethnicity, ensuring their safety and security.