Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian attacks and expresses solidarity with the Gulf states
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, issued a strongly worded official statement expressing its condemnation and denunciation of the Iranian attacks targeting several brotherly Arab states, including the Kingdom of Bahrain, the State of Kuwait, the State of Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The Kingdom affirmed that these actions constitute a flagrant violation of international laws and norms, and an unacceptable transgression against the principles of good neighborliness that should govern relations between the countries of the region.
Firm Gulf and Arab solidarity
In its statement, the Kingdom emphasized its full support and absolute solidarity with the affected brotherly nations, affirming that their security is an integral part of the security of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It indicated that it is placing all its resources at the disposal of its brothers in all measures they take to protect their territories and sovereignty, a step that reflects the depth of the fraternal ties and shared destiny that unite the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and the Arab states.
Rejection of using Saudi airspace in the conflict
In a related context, the Kingdom clarified its firm stance against attempts to drag the region into international conflicts, noting that Iranian aggression reflects a disregard for the balanced positions previously expressed by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, namely their categorical rejection of using their airspace or territory as a platform to attack Iran or any other party. Riyadh affirmed that it will not allow any party to violate its sovereignty or use its airspace to fuel the existing military conflict, emphasizing that it will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its territory and the security of its citizens and residents.
Sensitive regional and international context
This Saudi stance comes at a time of escalating tensions in the region, with the Kingdom warning that this dangerous slide could drag the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states into the ongoing conflict between Tehran and Washington. Observers believe that Iran's use of its military capabilities against neighboring countries represents a significant development that threatens regional and international peace and security, and directly impacts the stability of energy supplies and global shipping lanes.
Priority of peaceful and diplomatic solutions
The Kingdom concluded its statement by reaffirming its unwavering commitment to prioritizing dialogue and diplomatic solutions to spare the region the ravages of war. It called upon the international community to fulfill its legal and moral responsibilities by condemning these heinous attacks and working diligently to end violations that infringe upon the sovereignty of states and threaten stability in the Middle East.
