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Saudi Govt Reiterates Support to Palestinian People

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt Reiterates Support to Palestinian People

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

The Saudi government underlined on Tuesday its position at the extraordinary Arab-Islamic summit during which it stressed its continued efforts to bolster collective work to stop the barbaric war on Gaza and lift the siege on the Palestinian enclave.

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

The cabinet held Israeli authorities responsible for the crimes committed in Gaza, reiterating the Kingdom’s support for the Palestinian people so that they can achieve their legitimate rights, starting with the establishment of their independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital.

The ministers were briefed on the two messages King Salman received from Burkina Faso’s interim president and Mali’s transitional president. They were briefed on the message received by Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, from the Sultan of Oman.

The cabinet reviewed the talks and consultations held by the Crown Prince with leaders of several brotherly and friendly countries, at bilateral and multilateral levels, as part of the Kingdom's efforts to boost its international partnerships, continue its leading role to achieve peace and security in the region, and mobilize collective action toward achieving more global stability, progress and prosperity.

The cabinet praised the positive outcome of the Saudi-African Summit held in Riyadh last week. They hoped it will lead to a significant leap in cooperation and partnerships between Saudi Arabia and African countries, mainly through development projects, programs initiated by King Salman in Africa, other agreements and memorandums of understanding, and new investments and funds offered to various sectors.

The cabinet reiterated the Kingdom's declaration at the Gulf Cooperation Council interior ministers' meeting that it is important to intensify cooperation and joint security coordination given the challenges facing the region and world that have led to a spike in violence, terrorism, extremism, instability, and cross-border organized crime.

The cabinet reviewed the outcomes of the inaugural meeting of the Saudi-Omani Coordination Council, which was held in Muscat on Monday. It praised the strong relations between the two countries and the continuous progress and development in various fields.

Moreover, the cabinet highlighted the Kingdom's active role in bolstering the goals of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and its efforts to safeguard women's rights while encouraging their engagement in development initiatives in member nations.

It underlined Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the International Conference on Women in Islam that adopted the Jeddah Document on Women's Rights in Islam. The document serves as a vital legislative and intellectual framework aimed at advancing the empowerment of women in Islamic societies.

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Iranian Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Committed to Peace and Stability with Saudi Arabia

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
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Iranian Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Committed to Peace and Stability with Saudi Arabia

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi reaffirmed Iran and Saudi Arabia’s mutual determination to establish lasting peace and stability in the region.
Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat during his visit to Riyadh, Ravanchi emphasized that achieving this goal requires sustained bilateral and regional cooperation to address current threats and build a foundation for prosperity and security.
During his meetings with the Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Eng. Waleed ElKhereiji, Ravanchi discussed strengthening bilateral relations in political, economic, and consular fields, and explored key regional and international issues.
He described Saudi-Iranian efforts as a “successful model of bilateral and multilateral cooperation,” aimed at fostering peace, security, and development on both regional and international levels. Ravanchi underscored the importance of historical ties and the principle of good neighborliness as the basis for advancing this relationship.
Following the second meeting of the Saudi-Chinese-Iranian trilateral committee in Riyadh, both Saudi Arabia and Iran reiterated their full commitment to implementing the Beijing Agreement, according to a statement by the Saudi foreign ministry. The accord, mediated by China, aims to restore diplomatic ties and promote mutual respect for sovereignty and security in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and international law.
China praised the progress achieved since the agreement’s signing, including the reopening of embassies and increased bilateral engagement. It pledged to continue supporting Saudi-Iranian efforts to deepen their cooperation and maintain regional stability.
Ravanchi, who previously served as Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations and was a member of the Iranian nuclear negotiating team with the P5+1, described the atmosphere of the meetings as “cordial and transparent.” He added that the three nations exchanged views on topics of mutual interest and stressed the importance of continuing this “positive and forward-looking process.” He also revealed “constructive and friendly” meetings held by the Iranian delegation with their Saudi hosts and Chinese counterparts, during which they discussed enhancing bilateral and trilateral cooperation and reviewed developments in relations over the past year.
One significant development has been the improvement in consular services. Over 87,000 Iranian pilgrims performed Hajj, and more than 52,000 completed Umrah in the past year, demonstrating enhanced coordination. Additionally, the first meeting of the Saudi-Iranian Joint Media Committee and the signing of an MoU between Saudi Arabia’s Prince Saud Al-Faisal Institute for Diplomatic Studies and Iran’s Institute for Political and International Studies further strengthened institutional ties.
The trilateral meeting also tackled pressing regional challenges, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The participants condemned Israel’s aggression in Palestine, Lebanon, and Iran, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the continuation of humanitarian aid to affected regions. They warned that ongoing violence poses significant risks to regional and global security, including threats to maritime safety.
On Yemen, the parties reiterated their support for a comprehensive political solution under United Nations auspices. They emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to achieve lasting peace in the war-torn country.
Saudi-Iranian relations have undergone a remarkable transformation since the signing of the Beijing Agreement. The reopening of embassies, including Iran’s embassy in Riyadh in June after a seven-year hiatus, marked a turning point in their ties.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular Affairs Alireza Bigdeli described the day as a “historic milestone” in Saudi-Iranian relations. He expressed confidence that the renewed relationship would reach its peak, emphasizing that the restoration of ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia opens a new chapter in bilateral and regional relations, aimed at greater cooperation and stability.