The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince offer their condolences to the Governor General of Canada following the school incident
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent cables of condolence and sympathy to Her Excellency Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, following the news of the shooting incident that occurred in a school, and the resulting deaths and injuries, expressing their deep sorrow and grief over this great tragedy.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' message included his deepest condolences to Her Excellency, the families of the deceased, and the friendly Canadian people, affirming the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's full solidarity with Canada during this difficult time. The King also expressed his wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured, hoping they would not suffer any further harm, and reiterated the Kingdom's firm stance against all forms of violence targeting innocent and peaceful people, especially in educational institutions, which should be safe havens for students.
For his part, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a similar cable to the Governor General of Canada, expressing his deep sorrow upon receiving news of the tragic incident. His Highness offered his sincere condolences to the families of the victims, wishing the injured a speedy recovery, and affirming the Kingdom's solidarity with Canada and its friendly people in facing the repercussions of this painful event.
This expression of condolence comes within the framework of the diplomatic and humanitarian relations that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Canada. The Saudi leadership is always keen to share in the grief of friendly nations during disasters and humanitarian crises. This swift diplomatic action by the wise leadership reflects the noble humanitarian values embraced by the Kingdom and its ongoing commitment to strengthening international solidarity in the face of crises and tragedies that affect the lives of civilians.
Internationally, school shootings are a matter of grave concern for the international community, their impact transcending geographical boundaries to evoke global grief and anxiety. Messages from the Saudi leadership underscore the importance of concerted international efforts to reject violence, protect communities, and solidify the values of peace and security. Such official stances reinforce the Kingdom's position as a pivotal nation consistently striving to support the psychological and social well-being of affected populations, and reaffirm that our shared humanity unites us in times of both prosperity and adversity, transcending any political or geographical considerations.
