Kuwait Interior Ministry Warns against Gathering at Erada Square on Wednesday

A heavy dust storm advances towards the shore in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 23 May 2022. (EPA)
A heavy dust storm advances towards the shore in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 23 May 2022. (EPA)
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Kuwait Interior Ministry Warns against Gathering at Erada Square on Wednesday

A heavy dust storm advances towards the shore in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 23 May 2022. (EPA)
A heavy dust storm advances towards the shore in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 23 May 2022. (EPA)

The Kuwaiti Interior Ministry warned on Tuesday against holding any protest rally at al-Erada Square, which faces the National Assembly.

Any gathering of the sort will be viewed as a violation of the law and anyone involved will be held legally accountable.

Former lawmaker Saleh al-Malla had called for a rally at the square in protest against the political impasse witnessed in the country since the government's resignation on April 5.

The Interior Ministry stressed on Tuesday that it has not issued any permit allowing a protest, calling on everyone to abide by the law.

It denied social media claims that it had indeed issued such a permit.

In a tweet, al-Malla said the National Assembly has been suspended for two months since the government's resignation.

He noted that the resignation was only accepted 12 days ago and that even though it is operating in a caretaker capacity, the cabinet has not convened once to handle pressing affairs.

"These are dangerous practices and constitutional violations that have crippled the country and harmed the interests of the people," he remarked, calling for a rally at al-Erada Square.

His call was met with support by a number of former and current lawmakers, including former National Assembly Speaker Ahmed al-Sadoun, who said one must not remain silent over the "corrupt situation".



Saudi FM Receives Phone Call from Bahraini Counterpart

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Saudi FM Receives Phone Call from Bahraini Counterpart

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Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.

Prince Faisal expressed his condemnation of the flagrant Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain, affirming the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's full support and solidarity with the brotherly Kingdom of Bahrain and its support for all measures taken by Bahrain to protect its security, territorial integrity, and citizens, SPA reported.

The two sides also discussed the serious developments in the region and the importance of concerted efforts and enhanced joint coordination to preserve security and stability in the region.


Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Jordanian FM, Receives Message from South Korean Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
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Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Jordanian FM, Receives Message from South Korean Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Wednesday a phone call from Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The two sides condemned the Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, describing them as a violation of the two countries' sovereignty and a setback to ongoing efforts to de-escalate regional tensions.

They also reviewed recent developments and discussed joint efforts to enhance security and stability across the region.

The Saudi Foreign Minister also received a written message from his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun concerning bilateral relations between the two countries.

Deputy Minister for International Multilateral Affairs Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Rassi received the message during a meeting with South Korean Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Kang Shin-chul at the ministry's headquarters in Riyadh.

The meeting also reviewed cooperation between the two friendly countries and a discussion of regional and international topics.

 


Faisal bin Farhan, Grossi Discuss Nuclear Non-proliferation

The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA
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Faisal bin Farhan, Grossi Discuss Nuclear Non-proliferation

The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah has met with Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi in Riyadh.

During the meeting on Wednesday, the two sides reviewed cooperation relations between the Kingdom and the IAEA, particularly in the areas of nuclear non-proliferation and ensuring nuclear safety and security.

They also discussed a number of issues and topics of mutual interest.