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OIC Strongly Denounces Attacks Against Al-Aqsa Mosque Worshippers

Muslim worshippers clean-up debris following clashes between Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli police at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque complex, on April 15, 2022. (AFP)
Muslim worshippers clean-up debris following clashes between Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli police at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque complex, on April 15, 2022. (AFP)
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OIC Strongly Denounces Attacks Against Al-Aqsa Mosque Worshippers

Muslim worshippers clean-up debris following clashes between Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli police at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque complex, on April 15, 2022. (AFP)
Muslim worshippers clean-up debris following clashes between Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli police at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque complex, on April 15, 2022. (AFP)

Secretariat General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly denounced on Friday the Israeli forces' storming ad closure of the gates of Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem.

At least 152 worshippers were injured in the unrest and hundreds were arrested.

The OIC deemed the developments a dangerous escalation, an attack against the entire Islamic nation and a flagrant violation of the international resolutions and charters.

It held Israel responsible for the repercussions of such daily crimes and offenses against the Palestinian people and their territories.

The OIC called on the United Nations Security Council to shoulder its responsibility to protect the Palestinian people, as well as the sacred places, and prevent future Israeli Israeli attacks that fuel extremism, religious divisions and instability in the region.

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Saudi Interior Minister Stresses Kingdom's Firm Support for Syria

02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa
02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa
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Saudi Interior Minister Stresses Kingdom's Firm Support for Syria

02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa
02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa

Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz held a phone call on Saturday with his Syrian counterpart, Anas Khattab, stressing steadfast support for Damascus.

During the call, the two sides reviewed relations between the two countries, discussed ways to enhance security cooperation and coordination between the two ministries, and addressed a number of issues of mutual interest, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

The call also covered recent security developments in Syria, foremost among them the recent terrorist bombing in Damascus, SPA said.

Prince Abdulaziz affirmed the Kingdom’s strong condemnation of the attack and its full solidarity with Syria in confronting all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism, the news agency said.

He also reaffirmed the Kingdom’s steadfast support for Syria’s security and stability, it added.

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Saudi Shura Council Speaker Holds Talks with Tajik House of Representatives Speaker

The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA
The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA
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Saudi Shura Council Speaker Holds Talks with Tajik House of Representatives Speaker

The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA
The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA

Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council Speaker Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al-Sheikh held a meeting with Tajik House of Representatives Speaker Fayzali Idizoda in Dushanbe, during which they reviewed relations between the Kingdom and Tajikistan while exploring ways to enhance parliamentary cooperation and exchange expertise.

Both sides emphasized the importance of high-level parliamentary visits to develop legislative work, open new avenues for collaboration, and unify positions on regional and international issues of mutual interest.

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Saudia Denies Any Link to Aircraft Reportedly Transferred to a Sanctioned Entity

A statement confirmed that the aircraft were sold to another company registered outside Saudi Arabia in 2023 (Saudia).
A statement confirmed that the aircraft were sold to another company registered outside Saudi Arabia in 2023 (Saudia).
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Saudia Denies Any Link to Aircraft Reportedly Transferred to a Sanctioned Entity

A statement confirmed that the aircraft were sold to another company registered outside Saudi Arabia in 2023 (Saudia).
A statement confirmed that the aircraft were sold to another company registered outside Saudi Arabia in 2023 (Saudia).

Saudia on Saturday denied having any connection to aircraft that reports claimed had been transferred to a sanctioned entity.

In a statement, the airline said it had taken note of media and social media reports claiming that Boeing 777-200 aircraft formerly owned by the carrier had been transferred to an entity subject to sanctions.

The statement said the aircraft in question were sold on June 7, 2023, to another company registered outside Saudi Arabia, in accordance with the commercial and legal procedures applicable to such transactions. It stressed that Saudia has had no operational or commercial relationship with the aircraft since the date of the sale.