Mohammed bin Salman affirms Saudi Arabia's solidarity with the Gulf and Jordan against Iran
In a move reflecting the depth of fraternal ties and shared destiny that unite the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with its Gulf and Arab surroundings, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, conducted a series of intensive telephone calls today with a number of leaders of brotherly countries.
The Crown Prince’s calls included His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, in addition to His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
A firm message of solidarity
During these calls, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman conveyed a clear and firm message affirming the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's complete and unwavering solidarity with these brotherly nations. His Highness emphasized the Kingdom's unwavering support for them, pledging all of its resources and capabilities to assist its brothers in confronting the current challenges. This stance underscores the Kingdom's support for all measures taken by these countries to protect their security and sovereignty against the brutal Iranian aggression they have been subjected to today, which constitutes a blatant threat to the security and stability of the entire region.
Regional security unity and shared destiny
This initiative from the Crown Prince reinforces Riyadh's strategic principle that the security of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and Jordan is an integral part of Saudi Arabia's own security. Amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the importance of close and continuous coordination among Arab leaders to confront external threats is paramount. This swift diplomatic move reflects the Saudi leadership's awareness of its historical responsibilities as a cornerstone of regional stability and its leading role in unifying the Arab ranks against foreign interventions and military threats.
Dimensions of the Saudi position and its impact
This explicit Saudi support carries profound political and security implications on both the regional and international levels. Regionally, it sends a reassuring message to the Gulf and Arab peoples that the collective security system remains effective and robust. Internationally, it delivers a strong message that any threat to the security of any of these countries will be met with a unified and decisive response, thus reinforcing the deterrent against any attempts to destabilize the region. The emphasis on placing "all of the Kingdom's capabilities" at the disposal of its brothers goes beyond moral support to include logistical, defense, and political support, underscoring the seriousness of the situation and the gravity of the current phase the region is experiencing.
