The leadership offers condolences to the King of Spain following the train collision
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, sent a cable of condolences and sympathy to His Majesty King Felipe VI, King of the Kingdom of Spain, following the news of the train collision accident that occurred in southern Spain, and the resulting deaths and tragic injuries.
In his telegram, the King expressed his deep sorrow at this news, saying: “We have learned of the train collision in the south of the Kingdom of Spain, and the resulting deaths and injuries. As we share Your Majesty’s pain in this tragedy, we send to you, the families of the deceased, and your friendly people our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy, wishing the injured a speedy recovery and that you may not experience any harm.”.
Crown Prince's telegram and the leadership's condolences
In the same vein, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a similar cable of condolences to His Majesty King Felipe VI. His Highness expressed his full solidarity with the government and people of Spain during this difficult time, saying: "I have learned of the train collision in southern Spain, and the resulting deaths and injuries. I extend to Your Majesty, the families of the deceased, and the friendly people of Spain my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy, wishing the injured a speedy recovery and praying that you will be spared any further harm.".
The depth of Saudi-Spanish relations
These messages of condolence underscore the deep historical and strategic ties that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the friendly Kingdom of Spain. The relationship between the two countries is characterized by close relations spanning decades and marked by joint cooperation in various political, economic, and cultural fields. These condolences reflect the Saudi leadership's unwavering commitment to standing by friendly nations during times of crisis and disaster, embodying the noble humanitarian values that guide the Kingdom's foreign policy.
International solidarity in the face of disasters
Diplomatic solidarity in such incidents is an integral part of international norms that the Kingdom is keen to uphold. The train collision, with its tragic human cost, necessitates concerted efforts and moral support for the families of the victims and the injured. These royal messages underscore the importance of strengthening the bonds of friendship between the Saudi and Spanish peoples, and reaffirm the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to supporting its friends around the world in times of both prosperity and adversity, wishing continued security and peace for the Kingdom of Spain and its people.
