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Saudi Arabia, Kuwait Seek to Strengthen Bilateral Ties, Cooperation 

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia, Kuwait Seek to Strengthen Bilateral Ties, Cooperation 

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya meet in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya in Riyadh on Monday.

The ministers reviewed the close and historic fraternal relations between their countries and discussed issues of mutual interest.

Following the meeting, they co-chaired the third meeting of the Saudi-Kuwaiti Coordination Council, which aims to further strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries. The session followed up on the outcomes of the council’s subcommittees meetings throughout 2025.

At the outset of the meeting, Prince Faisal commended the efforts made by both sides to ensure its success, reflecting the depth of fraternal relations and the strong ties uniting the two nations and their peoples.

For his part, the Kuwaiti foreign minister expressed his gratitude for the warm hospitality and the efforts of the council’s secretariat, noting Kuwait’s anticipation to host the fourth session of the council in the future.

Four memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were signed to enhance cooperation across various fields. The first, in the field of Radio and Television Cooperation, was signed by Saudi Assistant Minister of Media Abdullah bin Ahmed Al-Maghlouth and Kuwaiti Ministry of Information Undersecretary Dr. Nasser Ahmed Muhaisen.

The second, in the field of Economy and Planning, was signed by Saudi Ministry of Economy and Planning Undersecretary for International Economic Affairs Eng. Rakan bin Waddah Tarabzoni and Kuwaiti Ministry of Oil Undersecretary Dr. Nimer Fahad Al-Malik Al-Sabah.

The third, in the fields of Science, Technology, and Innovation, was signed by King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology Deputy President for Strategy and Institutional Excellence Dr. Ziad bin Saleh Al-Raimi and Kuwaiti Ministry of Finance Undersecretary Aseel Sulaiman Al-Munifi.

The fourth, in the field of Public-Private Partnership Cooperation, was signed by National Center for Privatization Chief Executive Eng. Muhannad bin Ahmed Basudan and the Kuwaiti Finance Ministry's Undersecretary Al-Munifi.

The meeting was attended by several senior officials from both sides, including Saudi Assistant Minister of Interior Dr. Hisham Abdulrahman Al-Falih, Assistant Minister of Media Abdullah bin Ahmed Al-Maghlouth, Foreign Affairs Ministry Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Ambassador Dr. Saud Al-Sati, Saudi Ambassador to Kuwait Prince Sultan bin Saad bin Khalid, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy Dr. Nasser Al-Dossary, Investment Ministry Deputy Minister for International Relations Sarah bint Abdulrahman Al-Sayyid, and the council’s head of the Saudi General Secretariat Team Eng. Fahad bin Saeed Al-Harithi.

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GCC Sec-Gen, Egyptian FM Reaffirm Strength of GCC-Egyptian Relations

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi
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GCC Sec-Gen, Egyptian FM Reaffirm Strength of GCC-Egyptian Relations

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Albudaiwi met with Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty in the city of El Alamein, Egypt.

During the meeting, they discussed a number of topics of mutual concern and explored ways to strengthen relations between the GCC states and Egypt across various fields, serving desired goals and shared interests.

Both sides reviewed the latest developments regarding the Joint Action Plan between the GCC and Egypt for the period (2024–2028), as well as the outcomes of the inaugural edition of the GCC-Egyptian Investment Forum held recently, SPA reported.

Moreover, the officials also explored several proposals to further bolster GCC-Egyptian ties for the benefit of both peoples.

The two officials underscored the importance of backing all regional and international efforts aimed at cementing security and stability, stressing that all outstanding disputes must be resolved through peaceful and diplomatic means, as well as constructive dialogue among all parties involved.

Albudaiwi reiterated his thanks and appreciation to the Arab Republic of Egypt for its support to the GCC states against Iranian attacks.

The Egyptian minister reaffirmed Egypt's solidarity with the GCC states and its rejection of any aggression against their territories, emphasizing that the security of the GCC states is an integral part of Egyptian national security.

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Bahrain Issues Prison Sentences for 8 Convicted of Terrorism Charges

The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)
The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)
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Bahrain Issues Prison Sentences for 8 Convicted of Terrorism Charges

The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)
The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them. (Bahrain's Public Prosecution)

Bahrain’s High Criminal Court issued on Tuesday rulings in two separate cases, convicting three defendants of joining a terrorist group and working for it to carry out hostile and terrorist acts against the kingdom and harm its interests.

The court sentenced all three defendants to 15 years in prison, fined two of them BD2,000 each, and ordered the confiscation of the seized items, a statement by the Deputy Chief Prosecutor for Terrorism Crimes said according to Bahrain’s state news agency BNA.

An investigations established that the defendants had joined a terrorist group seeking to carry out plans targeting Bahrain with the aim of disrupting public order and undermining national security and safety by committing acts intended to harm individuals, spread fear among them, and prevent state institutions and public authorities from carrying out their duties.

The investigations revealed that the defendants had been assigned to carry out various terrorist tasks within Bahrain, as well as to transfer, receive and deliver funds designated to support and finance terrorist elements affiliated with the group.

The defendants admitted to the charges brought against them.

The Public Prosecution stressed its continued efforts to pursue crimes linked to terrorist groups and to take all necessary legal measures against anyone proven to have been involved in joining them.

In another case, the High Criminal Court issued rulings in three separate cases involving individuals who supported and endorsed Iranian terrorist attacks against Bahrain.

The court sentenced three defendants to prison terms of up to 10 years, fined some of them up to BD5,000, and ordered the confiscation of the seized items.

The cases arose from reports received by the Public Prosecution from the relevant security authorities concerning the monitoring of social media accounts containing content supporting and endorsing Iranian terrorist attacks targeting Bahrain, in addition to the publication of information and images of vital sites where photography and filming are prohibited.

Investigations led to the identification of those operating the accounts. The Public Prosecution subsequently conducted its investigations, confirming that the defendants had committed the offences with which they were charged.

The Public Prosecution stressed that cyberspace, and the content published or circulated through it, is subject to the law and regulations established to protect community security and interests.

It urged users of platforms to exercise responsibility when publishing or circulating content and to refrain from contributing to the dissemination or circulation of prohibited materials and information that could harm the kingdom's security or community safety.

In a third case, the High Criminal Court convicted two defendants of spying for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), designated as a terrorist organization, and persons acting on its behalf, in order to assist in its hostile and terrorist activities against Bahrain and harm its interests.

The court sentenced both defendants to life imprisonment and ordered the confiscation of the seized items.

The Public Prosecution had received a report from the Anti-Cybercrime Directorate concerning the monitoring of a social media account containing statements supporting and endorsing Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the kingdom.

Investigations led to the identification and arrest of the person operating the account, who admitted to managing it and communicating with a defendant who had fled the country, providing him with coordinates and locations within Bahrain.

The Public Prosecution immediately opened an investigation into the report, questioning the defendant present in Bahrain, who admitted to the charges brought against him.

It said that safeguarding the kingdom's security and national interests requires confronting all forms of unlawful cooperation or communication with hostile entities. It stressed that it will continue to exercise its legal mandate in pursuing those who commit such crimes, ensuring the application of the law and accountability for anyone proven to have committed acts that could undermine Bahrain’s security or harm its interests.

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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye Discuss De-Escalation Efforts, Security of Waterways

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye Discuss De-Escalation Efforts, Security of Waterways

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held telephone talks on Tuesday with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on regional developments.

They discussed cooperation between their countries, as well as diplomatic efforts aimed at easing the escalation in the region that ensures the security and freedom of navigation in waterways in the Gulf and Red Sea.