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Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, UAE

Chairman of the Saudi Shura Council Abdullah Al Sheikh heads the delegation that took part in the 32nd Conference of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union in Cairo. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Chairman of the Saudi Shura Council Abdullah Al Sheikh heads the delegation that took part in the 32nd Conference of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union in Cairo. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, UAE

Chairman of the Saudi Shura Council Abdullah Al Sheikh heads the delegation that took part in the 32nd Conference of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union in Cairo. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Chairman of the Saudi Shura Council Abdullah Al Sheikh heads the delegation that took part in the 32nd Conference of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union in Cairo. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union has strongly condemned the Houthi militia attempts to harm the people, territory and sovereignty of Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

This came in a statement following the union’s 32nd conference in Cairo on Friday, during which Sheikh Abdullah Al-Asheikh, the speaker of Saudi Arabia’s Shoura Council, led the Kingdom’s delegation.

The union condemned the recent missile and drone attacks by the Houthi militias, saying that they represent a direct threat to Arab and international peace and security.

The statement also affirmed the union’s full support for the right of the UAE sand Saudi Arabia to defend the integrity, sovereignty, citizens and security of their lands.

"No progress can be made to end the Yemeni crisis without stopping the hostilities carried out by the Houthi militias and putting an end to their repeated violations against Yemenis," the Arab parliamentarians stressed in their statement.

They also underscored the importance of cooperating to implement Security Council Resolution No. 2216 (2015), which bans the supply of arms to Houthis, as well as Arab League Resolution No. 8725 (2022), which calls for designating Houthis as a terrorist group.

They condemned the Houthi militias’ escalation and attempts to control Yemen by force and their disregard for the calls by the UN Security Council and the international community in this regard.

The Union underlined the need to free the Middle East region from weapons of mass destruction and nuclear weapons, as an effective means to help reduce the intensity of regional and international conflicts and disputes and achieve international peace and security.

It called for employing the advanced sciences of nuclear energy exclusively for peaceful purposes.

Regarding Palestine, the Union reiterated its firm position of solidarity and permanent support for the Palestinian cause and right to establish an independent Palestinian state, with East Jerusalem as its capital on the June 4, 1967 borders, in line with relevant UN resolutions and the Arab peace initiative.

The parliamentarians further stressed the importance of solving any Arab conflicts internally and preventing any regional interferences in Arab affairs to ensure the security and stability of the Arab region.

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Bahrain Says it Busts a 'Hezbollah Terrorist Cell'

The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)
The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)
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Bahrain Says it Busts a 'Hezbollah Terrorist Cell'

The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)
The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)

Bahrain announced on Monday the arrest of three people “for forming a cell affiliated with the Lebanese terrorist Hezbollah group,” saying the necessary legal procedures had been completed and that the detainees had been referred to the Public Prosecution.

In a statement, the Interior Ministry said the suspects “coordinated with terrorist elements abroad and sought to engage in espionage with them with the intent to undermine the sovereignty of the state, spread fear and panic among citizens and residents, and endanger the security and safety of the country.”

The suspects were identified as Ahmed Ahmed Hussain Madan, 24, Hassan Abdulameer Ashoor, 22, and Muntadhar Abdulmohsen Ali Madan, 29, reported Bahrain’s state news agency BNA.

They revealed that “during their travel to Lebanon, they received weapons training after meeting with members of the Lebanese Hezbollah terrorist organization.”

They also sent images and information about the repercussions of the Iranian attacks against Bahrain and collected funds under the guise of charitable work, transferring them to support Hezbollah activities in preparation for being tasked by its leaders with carrying out terrorist plots and acts in Bahrain, said the statement.

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Saudi Foreign Minister Receives Canadian Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)
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Saudi Foreign Minister Receives Canadian Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Monday in Riyadh Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The foreign ministers affirmed the positive and growing momentum of bilateral relations spanning more than 50 years, based on shared interests in advancing and diversifying economic growth, enhancing regional and international security, and promoting global peace.

They highlighted the level of bilateral trade, noting that trade volume between the two countries exceeded SAR12 billion in 2024, and welcomed the establishment of the Saudi-Canadian Business Council and its role in strengthening economic cooperation.

They noted progress in ongoing negotiations on an agreement to promote and protect foreign investment between the two countries.

The two ministers welcomed the convening of the second Saudi-Canadian Educational Partnership Forum, held on March 30.

They discussed ways to enhance and develop relations across all fields including trade, investment, space, artificial intelligence, mining, tourism, education, and pharmaceuticals, and they agreed on the importance of deepening bilateral relations and strengthening the comprehensive partnership between the two countries.

The foreign ministers exchanged views on regional challenges, condemning Iran’s destabilizing behavior in the region, including its attacks on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, which threaten regional and international security.

They called on Iran to immediately cease its attacks and respect international law, international humanitarian law, and the principles of good neighborliness.

They stressed the need for Iran to comply with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026) and to stop supporting, financing, and arming affiliated militias in Arab countries, which undermine regional and international peace and security.

Minister Anand expressed her country’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and appreciation for the Kingdom’s assistance in facilitating the repatriation of Canadian citizens.

She also reaffirmed Canada’s readiness to work closely with the Kingdom to enhance regional stability and protect civilians amid the ongoing conflict affecting the Gulf and the Middle East.

Both ministers agreed on the importance of concerted international efforts to de-escalate tensions, enhance maritime and energy security, and protect critical infrastructure.

Minister Anand expressed her appreciation and thanks for the warm welcome and hospitality, reaffirming her country’s commitment to strengthening a forward-looking strategic partnership with the Kingdom.

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Gulf, Jordanian, Russian Ministers Discuss Iranian Attacks

The joint Gulf–Jordanian–Russian ministerial meeting held via video conference Monday (Gulf Cooperation Council)
The joint Gulf–Jordanian–Russian ministerial meeting held via video conference Monday (Gulf Cooperation Council)
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Gulf, Jordanian, Russian Ministers Discuss Iranian Attacks

The joint Gulf–Jordanian–Russian ministerial meeting held via video conference Monday (Gulf Cooperation Council)
The joint Gulf–Jordanian–Russian ministerial meeting held via video conference Monday (Gulf Cooperation Council)

A meeting at the ministerial level between Gulf, Jordanian and Russian officials discussed on Monday the latest developments and the repercussions of Iran's attacks and escalation affecting the GCC countries and Jordan.

The ministers stressed the necessity of maintaining ongoing coordination and consultation on this matter.

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan took part via video conference in the joint ministerial meeting.

The session was chaired by Bahrain’s Foreign Minister, Dr. Abdullatif Al Zayani, and was attended by GCC foreign ministers, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, and the Secretary-General of Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Dhaifullah Fayez.

Albudaiwi said the meeting addressed the Iranian aggressions on the GCC countries and Jordan, in addition to reviewing the latest developments in the region.