Saudi Govt Hopes Constructive Dialogue with Iran Will Continue According to Agreement

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt Hopes Constructive Dialogue with Iran Will Continue According to Agreement

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

The Saudi government hoped on Tuesday that the constructive dialogue with Iran will continue based on the Chinese-sponsored agreement that was reached last week.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.

The government hoped the agreement will benefit Saudi Arabia, Iran and the region and bolster regional and international peace and security.

The ministers reviewed the agreement, which was reached through the directives of the wise Saudi leadership and in response to an initiative by Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The agreement calls for restoring diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran. It underscored the principles of respecting the sovereignty of countries, refraining from meddling in their internal affairs and committing to the United Nations Charter, Organization of Islamic Cooperation and international treaties and norms.

The government was briefed on the meeting held between Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, with the prime minister of Poland. The officials discussed bilateral relations and ways to bolster cooperation in various fields.

They were briefed on Crown Prince Mohammed’s meeting with Chairman of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad Al-Alimi. Saudi Arabia stressed its ongoing support to the council, Yemeni government and people, as well as efforts to reach a comprehensive UN-sponsored political solution to the country’s crisis.

The government reviewed the latest efforts of Saudi foreign policy that stems from the Kingdom’s pivotal role in the international arena and its constant keenness on bolstering regional and international peace and stability.

It reiterated Saudi Arabia’s support to all international efforts aimed at reaching a political solution to the Russian-Ukrainian crisis and facilitating dialogue between the two sides.

The government underlined Saudi Arabia’s remarks at the fifth UN Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5) that was held in Doha, Qatar. The Kingdom stressed its commitment to working with the international community to support least developed countries, help them overcome their challenges and guide them towards progress and growth.

It also pledged to continue to play a pioneering role in all development areas on the regional and international levels to achieve the sustainable development goals of Vision 2030.

The government reviewed the various conferences that were hosted by the Kingdom in the past week and the latest economic developments in Saudi Arabia in wake of the implementation of various economic reforms.



Saudi Leadership Directs Intensified Air, Sea, and Land Relief for Palestinians in Gaza

 A Palestinian man rides a bicycle past destroyed buildings in Gaza City Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. (AP)
A Palestinian man rides a bicycle past destroyed buildings in Gaza City Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. (AP)
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Saudi Leadership Directs Intensified Air, Sea, and Land Relief for Palestinians in Gaza

 A Palestinian man rides a bicycle past destroyed buildings in Gaza City Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. (AP)
A Palestinian man rides a bicycle past destroyed buildings in Gaza City Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. (AP)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, have directed the intensification of air, sea, and land aid efforts in response to the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip through the Saudi Campaign to Support the Palestinian People.

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Supervisor General Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah said: “This generous directive is a continuation of Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian efforts to assist those affected in Gaza through the Saudi campaign.”

“It reflects the Kingdom’s longstanding historical role in supporting the Palestinian people during various crises and hardships,” he added, reaffirming that Palestine “will always remain firmly rooted in the hearts of the Kingdom, its leadership, and its people.”

Al Rabeeah expressed his gratitude to King Salman and the Crown Prince for this humanitarian gesture, noting that “the Kingdom’s continuous giving is a deeply rooted value of the Saudi people, a firmly established practice that has never wavered, and a noble stance upheld in all circumstances.”

Saudi Arabia, through KSrelief, has operated an air and sea bridge to provide relief to the Palestinian people.

To date, 77 planes and eight ships have delivered more than 7,600 tons of food, medical, and shelter supplies. In addition, 912 Saudi relief trucks have reached the Gaza Strip carrying food aid, shelter supplies, medical items, and equipment, while 20 ambulances were delivered to the Palestine Red Crescent Society.

The center has also signed agreements with international organizations to implement relief projects inside the strip worth $90.35 million and has carried out airdrop operations in partnership with Jordan to bypass closed crossings and ensure the delivery of aid.


OIC Hails Saudi Arabia for Hosting Riyadh Conference on Yemen

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OIC Hails Saudi Arabia for Hosting Riyadh Conference on Yemen

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Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Hissein Brahim Taha expressed his appreciation for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for hosting a comprehensive conference in Riyadh, in response to the request of the president of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

The OIC said the conference will bring together Yemen’s various southern factions to discuss a just resolution to the southern issue through a comprehensive and responsible dialogue.

The secretary-general affirmed that Saudi Arabia's hosting of the conference reflects the wise and insightful policies of its leadership to promote unity, reject violence, and uphold the voice of peace.

He emphasized that sincere and inclusive dialogue remains the only path to achieving lasting peace and the desired stability in Yemen.


Qatar, Jordan Welcome Saudi Hosting of Conference on Yemen’s Southern Cause

People walk past the Al-Shaab Mosque in Sana'a, Yemen, 01 January 2026. EPA/YAHYA ARHAB
People walk past the Al-Shaab Mosque in Sana'a, Yemen, 01 January 2026. EPA/YAHYA ARHAB
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Qatar, Jordan Welcome Saudi Hosting of Conference on Yemen’s Southern Cause

People walk past the Al-Shaab Mosque in Sana'a, Yemen, 01 January 2026. EPA/YAHYA ARHAB
People walk past the Al-Shaab Mosque in Sana'a, Yemen, 01 January 2026. EPA/YAHYA ARHAB

Qatar and Jordan have welcomed Saudi Arabia’s hosting of an inclusive conference on Yemen’s southern issue, praising the initiative as a constructive step toward fostering dialogue among Yemeni parties and supporting efforts to achieve stability and a comprehensive political settlement in the country.

The Jordanian government welcomed a call from the President of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council to hold a comprehensive conference bringing together all southern factions to discuss just solutions to the southern Cause. It described the move as a positive step toward easing tensions, halting escalation, and advancing dialogue and diplomatic solutions.

The government also welcomed Saudi Arabia's announcement of its readiness to host the conference, as part of its continued support for efforts to achieve security and stability in Yemen.

Spokesperson for the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ambassador Fuad Al-Majali, reiterated Jordan’s firm position calling for de-escalation, the cessation of hostilities, and prioritizing dialogue. He stressed the importance of addressing outstanding issues among the Yemeni people through understanding and consensual political solutions.

Such solutions, he said, should serve the interests of Yemen and its people, ensure the country’s security and stability, contribute to regional stability, and fulfill the aspirations of the Yemeni people.

Qatar has also expressed its appreciation for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the conference to explore fair solutions to the southern issue, as part of its ongoing support for efforts to achieve security and stability in Yemen.

In a statement issued Saturday, Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the efforts of the legitimate Yemeni government to support the dialogue track and address the southern issue, commending the request by the president of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council to convene a conference in Riyadh to engage in dialogue and explore fair solutions, reflecting his commitment to resolving national issues through dialogue.