Saudi Arabia Dismisses Pezeshkian’s Statements, Says Continued Iranian Attacks ‘Unjustified’

A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Dismisses Pezeshkian’s Statements, Says Continued Iranian Attacks ‘Unjustified’

A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia reiterated on Monday its “categorical condemnation of the reprehensible” Iranian attacks against the Kingdom, Gulf Cooperation Council and several Arab, Islamic and friendly countries.

A Foreign Ministry statement said the attacks “cannot be accepted or justified in any way.”

It stressed that the Kingdom reserves its “full right to take the necessary measures to protect its security, sovereignty and safety of its citizens and residents, and repel the aggression.”

“Attacks on civilian facilities, airports and oil installations are only evidence of an insistence on threatening security and stability and are a flagrant violation of international agreements and international law,” it added.

On Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s remarks on Saturday that his country has no intention to harm neighboring countries, the statement said: “The Kingdom can confirm that the Iranians have not applied this on the ground, before or after the president’s speech.”

“The attacks have continued on baseless grounds,” it asserted.

It warned that the continued Iranian attacks will lead to more escalation, “which will have a deep impact on current and future relations.”

“Iran’s actions towards our countries have no reasoning and it will be the biggest loser in any escalation,” it noted.



GCC: Attacks on Makkah a Serious Escalation Threatening Regional Stability

Parts of the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas in Makkah. (SPA)
Parts of the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas in Makkah. (SPA)
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GCC: Attacks on Makkah a Serious Escalation Threatening Regional Stability

Parts of the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas in Makkah. (SPA)
Parts of the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas in Makkah. (SPA)

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi on Sunday strongly condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, describing any threat to Makkah as a serious escalation that jeopardizes regional security and stability.

His remarks followed the interception of two ballistic missiles, debris from which fell in Wadi al-Mughammas in the Makkah region. Shrapnel from the interceptions also fell in parts of Jeddah, Taif and Rabigh, according to the report.

Albudaiwi said the attacks demonstrated disregard for civilian lives and safety, stressing that Saudi Arabia’s security was integral to the security of all GCC member states.

He added that GCC member states stand united with Saudi Arabia in confronting the attacks and supported measures taken by the kingdom to protect its territory and safeguard the security of citizens and residents.

He praised the efficiency and vigilance of Saudi air defenses in intercepting the Houthi attacks and called on the international community to take a firm stance and effective measures to put an end to them.


Saudi Foreign Minister, Greek Counterpart Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Foreign Minister, Greek Counterpart Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from his Greek counterpart, George Gerapetritis, during which they discussed bilateral relations and regional developments, the Saudi Press Agency said on Saturday.

The call also addressed efforts to enhance cooperation between the two countries and reviewed issues of mutual interest.


Coalition: Air Defenses Destroy Ballistic Missile Launched by Houthis Toward Riyadh

Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Coalition: Air Defenses Destroy Ballistic Missile Launched by Houthis Toward Riyadh

Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Official Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen Major General Turki Al-Malki said on Sunday that air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the terrorist Houthi militia toward Riyadh.

A drone was also intercepted and destroyed in the Riyadh Region, he added.

The interceptions were preceded by an early warning from the Saudi Civil Defense.