Saudi-Egyptian Summit in Riyadh Tackles Bilateral Ties, Int'l Developments

King Salman holds talks with Sisi in Riyadh. (SPA)
King Salman holds talks with Sisi in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi-Egyptian Summit in Riyadh Tackles Bilateral Ties, Int'l Developments

King Salman holds talks with Sisi in Riyadh. (SPA)
King Salman holds talks with Sisi in Riyadh. (SPA)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz welcomed in Riyadh on Tuesday Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, attended the official talks.

Sisi was accorded a formal reception and King Salman threw a luncheon banquet in his honor.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Sisi later held official talks that tackled bilateral relations and opportunities to bolster them in various fields. They also reviewed regional and international developments and issues of common interest.

A joint Saudi-Egyptian statement said the two sides rejected any attempts by regional parties to meddle in the internal affairs of Arab countries. They rejected their attempts to undermine their stability and interests of their people whether through ethnic or sectarian incitement, through terrorist groups or through the violation of their sovereignty and good neighborliness.

They agreed to continue to fight terrorist groups in the region.

A statement after the Crown Prince and Sisi's talks condemned the attempts to harm the security and safety of marine navigation in the Arab Gulf, Bab al-Mandeb Strait and Red Sea.

They stressed the importance of securing freedom of navigation in those straits and the need to confront any threats, which are a danger to regional and international security and stability.

They expressed their determination to bolster joint cooperation over all central issues and their efforts to issue joint stances that preserve the security and stability of their countries.

They underlined the importance of joint Arab work, the role of the Arab League and the need to reach a comprehensive solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

Saudi Arabia stressed that Egypt's water security and that of the Arab world were indivisible. Riyadh and Cairo urged Ethiopia to abandon its unilateral policy over international rivers, calling on it to commit to its pledges to international law.

They condemned the Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen for their continued threat to marine navigation in the Red Sea and their acquiring of sophisticated military capabilities that threaten Sudi Arabia and the region. They said they will continue their efforts to reach a comprehensive political solution to the crisis in Yemen.

Sisi had arrived in the Kingdom earlier on Tuesday. Crown Prince Mohammed welcomed him upon his arrival at King Khalid International Airport.

The Saudi Royal Air Force performed an air show, displaying the colors of the Egyptian flag in honor of Sisi.

Before departing the Kingdom, Sisi, accompanied by Crown Prince Mohammed, toured the World Defense Show that is being hosted by Riyadh.

Crown Prince Mohammed also escorted Sisi on a tour of the historic Turaif district in Diriyah, Riyadh. The district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A presentation detailing the founding of the First Saudi State was shown during the tour.



Saudi Crown Prince Receives Message on Bilateral Ties from President of Kazakhstan

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)
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Saudi Crown Prince Receives Message on Bilateral Ties from President of Kazakhstan

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Tuesday a written message from President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on bilateral relations between their two countries.

The message was received by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah during a meeting with his Kazakh counterpart Yermek Kosherbayev in Riyadh.


Princes and Officials Take Oath Before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
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Princes and Officials Take Oath Before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)

Princes and officials appointed by royal orders to their new positions took the oath of office before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in Riyadh on Tuesday.

They included Deputy Governor of Al-Baha Region Prince Fahd bin Saad bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki; Member of the Shura Council Prince Dr. Saad bin Saud bin Mohammed bin Abdulaziz; Deputy Governor of Madinah Region Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud; Deputy Governor of Northern Borders Region Prince Mohammed bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz; and Minister of Investment Fahd Al-Saif.

They swore to be faithful to their religion, then their King and country, not to reveal any of the state’s secrets, to preserve its interests and regulations, and to perform their duties with honesty, trustworthiness, and sincerity.


Saudi Arabia Reiterates Its Categorical Rejection of Israel’s ‘State Land’ Decision in West Bank

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Its Categorical Rejection of Israel’s ‘State Land’ Decision in West Bank

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government condemned on Tuesday Israel’s decision to West Bank lands as "state lands."

Reiterating its absolute rejection of these illegal measures, the Cabinet warned that they undermine peace efforts and violate the Palestinian people's inherent right to establish an independent, sovereign state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session that was held in Riyadh.

The Cabinet congratulated citizens and Muslims on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan, expressing gratitude for the Kingdom's honor in caring for the two holy mosques and their visitors.

The Cabinet highlighted the success of the Hajj and Umrah seasons, noting that the Kingdom welcomed 19.5 million international pilgrims and Umrah performers in 2025, setting new records that reflect rapid progress toward the goals of Vision 2030 and the Pilgrim Experience Program.

The Cabinet described the Kingdom's Founding Day celebration on February 22 as an expression of pride in the Saudi state's nearly three-century history, underscoring the foundations of justice, unity, and development established by leaders and citizens throughout history to ensure the nation remains a global leader in all fields.

The Cabinet was briefed on recent talks between Saudi Arabia and various nations, which focused on strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation and boosting coordination to foster regional and international security, stability, and prosperity.

The session further reviewed the Kingdom's economic, cultural, and social activities, stressing the state's commitment to social solidarity and giving. This includes continued support for the sixth National Campaign for Charitable Work, set to begin on Friday.

The Cabinet commended the success of the third World Defense Show held in Riyadh under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' patronage, during which strategic partnerships, agreements, and memoranda of understanding were signed to localize military technologies and strengthen local supply chains in alignment with Vision 2030 objectives.