In a stance reflecting Arab unity and the cohesion of regional security, both the State of Qatar and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan expressed their strong condemnation and denunciation of the Iranian attacks targeting vital areas in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, specifically in the capital, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province. This solidarity reaffirms the established principle that the security of the Gulf states and the Arab region is indivisible.
Qatar: Violation of sovereignty and threat to stability
The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strongly worded official statement describing the attacks as a "flagrant violation" of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and a dangerous escalation threatening the region's security and stability. The statement affirmed Doha's unwavering support for the Kingdom, emphasizing Qatar's full solidarity with its Saudi brothers in all measures taken to safeguard their security and the safety of their citizens and residents. This stance reinforces the outcomes of the Al-Ula Summit, which affirmed the commitment to resolving the dispute and strengthening joint cooperation in confronting external challenges.
Jordan: Saudi Arabia's security is part of our security
For its part, the Jordanian government condemned this aggression in the strongest terms. The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed Amman's unwavering support for Riyadh in the face of any threat to its security. The Jordanian statement indicated that these attacks not only constitute a violation of international law but also represent an unacceptable escalation that undermines efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. Jordan emphasized that the security of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a fundamental pillar of the security of Jordan and the entire Arab region, and that any attack on it is an attack on Arab national security.
Implications of timing and strategic importance
This Arab consensus condemning the attacks is particularly significant given the targeted locations; the Eastern Province is the economic and oil heartland not only of the Kingdom but of the entire world, and any threat to it poses a direct danger to global energy supplies and the international economy. Furthermore, targeting the capital, Riyadh, carries serious political implications that necessitate this firm diplomatic response.
Regional and international context
These condemnations come at a time of escalating geopolitical tensions in the region, necessitating international and regional cooperation to deter any aggressive actions that could destabilize the region. Analysts point out that the speed and consistency of the statements issued by Doha and Amman reflect a profound awareness of the gravity of the situation and the need to unify Arab political discourse in the face of foreign interventions aimed at sowing chaos and threatening the integrity of nation-states.
