Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Settlers for Storming Courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque

This view from the Mount of the Olives shows the old city walls of Jerusalem and the Dome of the Rock mosque in the Aqsa complex under an overcast sky on December 28, 2024. (Photo by AHMAD GHARABLI / AFP)
This view from the Mount of the Olives shows the old city walls of Jerusalem and the Dome of the Rock mosque in the Aqsa complex under an overcast sky on December 28, 2024. (Photo by AHMAD GHARABLI / AFP)
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Settlers for Storming Courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque

This view from the Mount of the Olives shows the old city walls of Jerusalem and the Dome of the Rock mosque in the Aqsa complex under an overcast sky on December 28, 2024. (Photo by AHMAD GHARABLI / AFP)
This view from the Mount of the Olives shows the old city walls of Jerusalem and the Dome of the Rock mosque in the Aqsa complex under an overcast sky on December 28, 2024. (Photo by AHMAD GHARABLI / AFP)

Saudi Arabia strongly condemned on Sunday Israeli settlers for storming the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque under the protection of security forces.

The Kingdom’s Foreign Ministry reiterated its denunciation of ongoing Israeli violations of international law and repeated attacks on the sanctity of Al-Aqsa Mosque.

The Kingdom affirmed its categorical rejection of anything that affects the historical and legal status of Jerusalem and its holy sites, calling on the international community to hold Israeli authorities accountable for their serious and ongoing violations against Islamic holy sites and innocent civilians in Palestine.



Mohammed bin Salman Receives Hillary Clinton in Riyadh

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton meet in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton meet in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
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Mohammed bin Salman Receives Hillary Clinton in Riyadh

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton meet in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton meet in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Wednesday.

They exchanged cordial talks during their meeting.

Clinton was a keynote speaker at the fifth edition of the Real Estate Future Forum that was held in Riyadh from January 26 to 28.


Saudi, Kuwaiti Defense Ministers Discuss Boosting Cooperation

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with his Kuwaiti counterpart Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with his Kuwaiti counterpart Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
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Saudi, Kuwaiti Defense Ministers Discuss Boosting Cooperation

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with his Kuwaiti counterpart Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz meets with his Kuwaiti counterpart Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz held talks in Riyadh on Tuesday with his Kuwaiti counterpart Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah.

The ministers discussed relations between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait and explored ways to strengthen and develop bilateral defense cooperation.

They also tackled regional developments and issues of mutual interest.

The meeting was attended by Saudi Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Abdulrahman bin Ayyaf, Chief of General Staff General Fayyadh Al-Ruwaili, and Advisor to the Minister of Defense for Intelligence Affairs Hisham bin Saif.

Representing Kuwait were Al-Farwaniya Governor Sheikh Athbi Nasser Al-Athbi Al-Sabah, Mubarak Al Kabeer Governor and Hawalli acting Governor Sheikh Sabah Bader Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, and several other officials.


Saudi Arabia: Won't Allow Our Airspace to Be Used in Attack on Iran

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia: Won't Allow Our Airspace to Be Used in Attack on Iran

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, stressed on Tuesday that Riyadh respects Tehran's sovereignty and that the Kingdom will not allow its airspace or territories to be used in any military operation against Iran.

In a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, he underlined Saudi Arabia's support for any efforts that would help resolve disputes through dialogue with the aim to bolster regional security and stability.

Pezeshkian said his talks with the Crown Prince tackled developments in Iran and discussions about its nuclear file.

He expressed his gratitude to Saudi Arabia's firm stance in respecting Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

He also hailed Crown Prince Mohammed's role and efforts in achieving security and stability in the region.