Gulf Countries Congratulate Saudi Leadership on Founding Day

Children in Saudi traditional dress are seen at an event marking the Kingdom's Founding Day in Jazan. (SPA)
Children in Saudi traditional dress are seen at an event marking the Kingdom's Founding Day in Jazan. (SPA)
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Gulf Countries Congratulate Saudi Leadership on Founding Day

Children in Saudi traditional dress are seen at an event marking the Kingdom's Founding Day in Jazan. (SPA)
Children in Saudi traditional dress are seen at an event marking the Kingdom's Founding Day in Jazan. (SPA)

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated on Saturday the Saudi leadership on the Kingdom’s Founding Day.

They sent cables on the occasion to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah also congratulated the Saudi leadership in a cable, praising the Kingdom’s development across various fields, which have strengthened its international standing.

He expressed his profound pride in the establishment of solid fraternal relations that bind the two families, reflecting their shared historical positions. He wished King Salman continued good health and happiness and the Kingdom, its government, and people further progress and prosperity.

Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi sent cables of congratulations to the Saudi leadership.

Albudaiwi said Saudi Founding Day is a testament to the Kingdom's great legacy and impressive achievements, driven by the wise leadership focused on development and prosperity for its people and lighting the way for progress and advancement.

"This occasion reflects the glory and pride that the Kingdom has reached and the regional and international standing it enjoys, including the important and pivotal role it plays in the GCC," he stressed.



Saudi Crown Prince, Emir of Qatar Discuss Fraternal Ties, Regional and Global Developments

Combined photo of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia on the right, and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to the left. (SPA)
Combined photo of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia on the right, and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to the left. (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince, Emir of Qatar Discuss Fraternal Ties, Regional and Global Developments

Combined photo of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia on the right, and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to the left. (SPA)
Combined photo of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia on the right, and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to the left. (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, received a phone call on Thursday from Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Saudi Press Agency said.

They discussed ways to strengthen fraternal ties between the two countries and addressed recent regional and international developments.


Saudi Leadership Offers Condolences to Bangladesh on Death of Former PM Khaleda Zia

An aerial view shows mourners gathered for the funeral ceremony of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at the Parliament House premises in Dhaka on December 31, 2025 a day after her death. (AFP)
An aerial view shows mourners gathered for the funeral ceremony of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at the Parliament House premises in Dhaka on December 31, 2025 a day after her death. (AFP)
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Saudi Leadership Offers Condolences to Bangladesh on Death of Former PM Khaleda Zia

An aerial view shows mourners gathered for the funeral ceremony of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at the Parliament House premises in Dhaka on December 31, 2025 a day after her death. (AFP)
An aerial view shows mourners gathered for the funeral ceremony of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at the Parliament House premises in Dhaka on December 31, 2025 a day after her death. (AFP)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent on Thursday a cable of condolences to Bangladesh’s President Mohammed Shahabuddin on the death of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.

He extended his sincere condolences and sympathy to the president and the family of the deceased.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent Shahabuddin a similar cable.


Pakistan Supports Saudi Arabia, Welcomes Regional Efforts to De-escalate Situation in Yemen

The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad.  AP file photo
The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad. AP file photo
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Pakistan Supports Saudi Arabia, Welcomes Regional Efforts to De-escalate Situation in Yemen

The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad.  AP file photo
The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad. AP file photo

Pakistan has confirmed its support for Yemen’s unity and territorial integrity, and for all efforts aimed at achieving lasting peace and stability in the country.

The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement issued Wednesday that Pakistan strongly opposes any unilateral actions taken by any Yemeni party that escalate the situation, undermine peace efforts, and threaten peace and stability in Yemen and the region.

The statement said Pakistan welcomes regional efforts to de-escalate the situation and maintain peace and stability in Yemen, expresses its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, and reaffirms its commitment to the Kingdom’s security.

It added that Pakistan maintains its strong support for resolving the Yemen issue through dialogue and diplomacy, and hopes that the Yemeni people and regional powers will work together to reach a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the issue and safeguard regional stability.