Saudi Forces Participate in ‘Bright Star’ Military Exercise in Egypt

Saudi forces arrived in Egypt to take part in the “Bright Star 2025” military. SPA
Saudi forces arrived in Egypt to take part in the “Bright Star 2025” military. SPA
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Saudi Forces Participate in ‘Bright Star’ Military Exercise in Egypt

Saudi forces arrived in Egypt to take part in the “Bright Star 2025” military. SPA
Saudi forces arrived in Egypt to take part in the “Bright Star 2025” military. SPA

Saudi Armed Forces have arrived in Egypt to take part in the “Bright Star 2025” military exercise, hosted by the Egyptian Armed Forces with the participation of forces from several friendly countries.

Head of the Armed Forces Training and Development Authority Major General Adel bin Mohammed Al-Balawi stated that the participation of the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces in the exercise falls within a training plan that includes joint and combined drills both within and outside the Kingdom.

He indicated that the exercise aims to enhance operational interoperability, ensure integration of multinational joint forces, and raise the readiness level of the armed forces.

He also said that the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces are participating in the exercise with active units from their main branches: the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Air Defense Forces.

Al-Balawi stressed that this participation is part of a series of joint exercises with friendly countries, contributing to strengthening of cooperation, operational alignment, and development of joint military action.

The Bright Star exercise is one of the largest multinational military drills in the region, with the participation of several countries and international organizations. It aims to enhance combat efficiency and strengthen military partnerships among the participating states.



Saudi FM Receives Phone Call from Bahraini Counterpart

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Saudi FM Receives Phone Call from Bahraini Counterpart

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Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.

Prince Faisal expressed his condemnation of the flagrant Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain, affirming the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's full support and solidarity with the brotherly Kingdom of Bahrain and its support for all measures taken by Bahrain to protect its security, territorial integrity, and citizens, SPA reported.

The two sides also discussed the serious developments in the region and the importance of concerted efforts and enhanced joint coordination to preserve security and stability in the region.


Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Jordanian FM, Receives Message from South Korean Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
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Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Jordanian FM, Receives Message from South Korean Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Wednesday a phone call from Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The two sides condemned the Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, describing them as a violation of the two countries' sovereignty and a setback to ongoing efforts to de-escalate regional tensions.

They also reviewed recent developments and discussed joint efforts to enhance security and stability across the region.

The Saudi Foreign Minister also received a written message from his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun concerning bilateral relations between the two countries.

Deputy Minister for International Multilateral Affairs Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Rassi received the message during a meeting with South Korean Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Kang Shin-chul at the ministry's headquarters in Riyadh.

The meeting also reviewed cooperation between the two friendly countries and a discussion of regional and international topics.

 


Faisal bin Farhan, Grossi Discuss Nuclear Non-proliferation

The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA
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Faisal bin Farhan, Grossi Discuss Nuclear Non-proliferation

The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs met with IAEA's Director General in Riyadh. SPA

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah has met with Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi in Riyadh.

During the meeting on Wednesday, the two sides reviewed cooperation relations between the Kingdom and the IAEA, particularly in the areas of nuclear non-proliferation and ensuring nuclear safety and security.

They also discussed a number of issues and topics of mutual interest.