Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns 'Inhumane' Israeli Attack on Jabalia in Gaza

31 October 2023, Palestinian Territories, Jabalia: A screen grab from a video shows Palestinians searching for survivors following an Israeli airstrike in the Jabalia refugee camp north of Gaza City. (Best Quality Available) Photo: Fadi Wael Alwhidi/dpa
31 October 2023, Palestinian Territories, Jabalia: A screen grab from a video shows Palestinians searching for survivors following an Israeli airstrike in the Jabalia refugee camp north of Gaza City. (Best Quality Available) Photo: Fadi Wael Alwhidi/dpa
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Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns 'Inhumane' Israeli Attack on Jabalia in Gaza

31 October 2023, Palestinian Territories, Jabalia: A screen grab from a video shows Palestinians searching for survivors following an Israeli airstrike in the Jabalia refugee camp north of Gaza City. (Best Quality Available) Photo: Fadi Wael Alwhidi/dpa
31 October 2023, Palestinian Territories, Jabalia: A screen grab from a video shows Palestinians searching for survivors following an Israeli airstrike in the Jabalia refugee camp north of Gaza City. (Best Quality Available) Photo: Fadi Wael Alwhidi/dpa

Saudi Arabia has condemned in the strongest terms the “inhumane” Israeli airstrike on Jabalia camp in the Gaza Strip.

"The Kingdom expresses its condemnation and complete rejection of the Israeli occupation forces’ repeated targeting of densely populated areas,” the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

It described such attacks as a flagrant violation of international laws and international humanitarian law.

It said the international community had “failed to pressure the occupation government to accept an immediate ... ceasefire, and a humanitarian truce in line with the resolution of the United Nations General Assembly issued with an overwhelming majority last Friday."

The Kingdom affirmed that “the dangerous humanitarian conditions resulting from the continuous escalation cannot be justified at all, and that sparing blood, protecting civilians, and stopping military operations are urgent priorities for which any procrastination or disruption cannot be accepted.”

“Failure to immediately adhere to them will inevitably lead to a humanitarian catastrophe for which the Israeli occupation and the international community bear responsibility,” the statement added.



Baghdad, Manama Keen to ‘Unify Stances’ on Regional Issues

King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi meet in Manama on Wednesday. (BNA)
King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi meet in Manama on Wednesday. (BNA)
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Baghdad, Manama Keen to ‘Unify Stances’ on Regional Issues

King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi meet in Manama on Wednesday. (BNA)
King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi meet in Manama on Wednesday. (BNA)

Bahrain said on Wednesday that Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi condemned "the Iranian aggression against the Kingdom" during his official visit to Manama, following meetings with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

The Prime Minister's office said that Al-Zaidi met the Bahraini monarch during his visit to the capital, extending an invitation for the King to visit Iraq, while stressing that the trip aims to revive historical ties between the two nations.

Al-Zaidi underscored efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation across economic, investment, commercial, political, and social sectors, stressing that both countries share common security interests and must unify their stances on regional and international issues.

He stressed the importance of working to achieve regional stability and prioritizing dialogue to establish peace and end tensions.

For his part, the King of Bahrain said the PM’s visit is a step that will open new horizons for relations between the two countries.

He underlined his country's support for the Iraqi government, highlighting the importance of working to achieve security and stability, maintain mutual interests, and consolidate bilateral relations to boost joint Arab action.

The Bahrain News Agency reported that King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa expressed his appreciation for the Iraqi Prime Minister's efforts and commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and deepening solid ties with the Kingdom. The King also praised Iraq's supportive stance, solidarity with Bahrain, and condemnation of the Iranian aggression that targeted the Kingdom.

Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, underscored the deep-rooted historical ties connecting Bahrain and Iraq, noting their continuous progress.

He highlighted the importance of ongoing efforts to strengthen and develop joint cooperation and coordination across various fields, steering relations toward broader horizons to achieve mutual goals and aspirations.


Saudi Crown Prince, Syrian President Discuss Regional Developments

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince, Syrian President Discuss Regional Developments

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh on Wednesday for talks on regional developments and issues of common interest. 

They reviewed bilateral relations and means to develop them and bolster cooperation between their countries in various fields. 

Al-Sharaa had arrived in Saudi Arabia earlier on Wednesday on an official visit.

Leading a delegation of senior officials, including the ministers of defense, finance, foreign affairs, finance and industry, he is set to hold bilateral talks focused on bolstering relations between Saudi Arabia and Syria.

Talks are also set to tackle regional issues of common interest.

Al-Sharaa was received at King Khalid International Airport by Deputy Governor of the Riyadh Region Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, Riyadh Region Mayor Prince Faisal bin Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf, and Minister of Transport and Logistic Services Saleh Al-Jasser, the accompanying minister, along with several officials.

This visit comes at a critical juncture amid intensive regional diplomatic activity. Riyadh and Damascus are seeking to coordinate joint positions, particularly regarding security issues and counter-terrorism. Furthermore, the two capitals aim to activate economic cooperation and explore investment opportunities in industry and trade to support regional stability and development efforts.


Coalition Destroys Three Drones Fired at Saudi Arabia

Three drones were intercepted and downed over Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. (Saudi Defense Ministry)
Three drones were intercepted and downed over Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. (Saudi Defense Ministry)
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Coalition Destroys Three Drones Fired at Saudi Arabia

Three drones were intercepted and downed over Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. (Saudi Defense Ministry)
Three drones were intercepted and downed over Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. (Saudi Defense Ministry)

Official Spokesperson of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki said that a drone launched by the terrorist Houthi militia toward the Southern Region was intercepted and destroyed.

Another drone was downed in the Eastern Region and another in the Makkah Region, he added.

The Saudi Civil Defense also announced early Wednesday morning that a threat to the Riyadh Region had passed, shortly after activating an early emergency warning system as part of standard hazard alert procedures.