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Saudi Gazette
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Baghdad summit: Saudi Arabia reiterates rejection of Palestinian displacement, backs Syrian reintegration
Saudi Gazette report BAGHDAD — Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its unequivocal rejection of the forced displacement of Palestinians 'under any circumstances,' Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir said Saturday during the 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad. He reiterated the Kingdom's commitment to the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. 'The exceptional circumstances facing the Palestinian cause require us to intensify joint efforts to alleviate the humanitarian suffering of the Palestinian people and to stop the crimes and violations committed by the Israeli occupation forces,' Al-Jubeir said. He described these acts as flagrant violations of the UN Charter and international law. Al-Jubeir emphasized the need for a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza and condemned any attempts to impose solutions that undermine Palestinian aspirations for self-determination and statehood within 1967 also denounced Israeli attacks on Syrian territory, and stressed the importance of supporting Syria's sovereignty and praised U.S. President Donald Trump's recent decision to lift sanctions on Syria during his visit to the Kingdom, calling it 'a great opportunity for recovery, development, and reconstruction.'Turning to other regional conflicts, Al-Jubeir reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's continued efforts to mediate peace in Sudan, calling for a complete ceasefire, humanitarian access, and the preservation of Sudan's sovereignty and reiterated Saudi Arabia's support for a comprehensive political resolution in Yemen, and stressed the importance of maritime security and freedom of navigation in international Lebanon, Al-Jubeir voiced support for President Joseph Aoun's efforts to reform state institutions and consolidate all arms under the authority of the expressed hope that Lebanon's government would meet the aspirations of its people and preserve national stability and concluded by urging stronger Arab cooperation and development to achieve a secure and prosperous future for the region.
Shafaq News
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Baghdad Summit: Saudi Arabia rejects Gaza displacement, welcomes Syria sanctions relief
Shafaq News/ Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel al-Jubeir reaffirmed, on Saturday, the Kingdom's firm opposition to the forced displacement of Palestinians and endorsed the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. Speaking at the 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad, al-Jubeir called for an immediate and sustained ceasefire in Gaza and denounced any solution that fails to meet the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people. 'We reject forced displacement and any imposed outcomes,' he said, urging the international community to support a two-state solution based on the 1967 borders. Al-Jubeir also condemned Israeli strikes on Syrian territory and reiterated Riyadh's support for Syria's sovereignty and reconstruction. He welcomed the recent US decision to lift sanctions on Syria, announced during President Donald Trump's visit to the Kingdom, calling it 'an opportunity for recovery, rebuilding, and renewed prosperity.' On Sudan, the minister emphasized the importance of sustained dialogue between conflicting parties and unimpeded humanitarian aid access, reaffirming Saudi Arabia's commitment to ending the conflict and alleviating civilian suffering. Regarding Yemen, al-Jubeir said Riyadh remains dedicated to facilitating a Yemeni-led political agreement to resolve the crisis and continues to support efforts to secure maritime navigation routes, describing them as 'a global priority tied to international interests.' The minister also underscored Saudi Arabia's support for Lebanon's institutional reforms and efforts to ensure that arms remain solely in the hands of the Lebanese state. Following al-Jubeir's remarks, Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid announced the start of a closed session among Arab leaders to discuss core summit agendas. Al-Jubeir also condemned Israeli strikes on Syrian territory and reiterated Riyadh's support for Syria's sovereignty and reconstruction. He welcomed the recent US decision to lift sanctions on Syria, announced during President Donald Trump's visit to the Kingdom, calling it 'an opportunity for recovery, rebuilding, and renewed prosperity.' On Sudan, the minister emphasized the importance of sustained dialogue between conflicting parties and unimpeded humanitarian aid access, reaffirming Saudi Arabia's commitment to ending the conflict and alleviating civilian suffering. Turning to Yemen, al-Jubeir said Riyadh remains dedicated to facilitating a Yemeni-led political agreement to resolve the crisis and continues to support efforts to secure maritime navigation routes, describing them as 'a global priority tied to international interests.' Regarding Lebanon, the minister underscored Saudi Arabia's support for institutional reforms and efforts to ensure that arms remain solely in the hands of the Lebanese state. Following al-Jubeir's remarks, Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid announced the start of a closed session among Arab leaders to discuss core summit agendas.
Saudi Gazette
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia leads mediation efforts to ease India-Pakistan military escalation
Saudi Gazette report NEW DELHI/ISLAMABAD — Saudi Arabia intensified its diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the ongoing military confrontation between India and Pakistan, as Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate phone calls on Saturday with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. During both calls, Prince Faisal underscored the Kingdom's commitment to the security and stability of the region and reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's balanced and close ties with both friendly nations. The calls followed a visit earlier in the week by Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir to New Delhi and Islamabad on May 8 and 9, carried out under the directives of the Saudi leadership. The visit was part of the Kingdom's broader diplomatic push to halt military escalation and encourage a resolution through dialogue and diplomatic channels. According to a statement by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs released Friday evening, Al-Jubeir's mission was aimed at reducing tensions, ending hostilities, and promoting peaceful solutions to the conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. On Friday, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received Al-Jubeir in Islamabad, where the two discussed the evolving situation in South Asia. In an official statement, the Pakistani government said Sharif expressed appreciation for King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and praised the positive trajectory of bilateral relations with Saudi Arabia. The escalation follows Indian airstrikes on Pakistani territory Wednesday in response to a deadly April 22 attack in Kashmir. India has accused Pakistan of supporting a militant group suspected of carrying out the bombing that killed 26 people in the tourist town of Pahalgam. Pakistan has strongly denied any involvement. The missile exchanges, artillery shelling, and drone attacks have continued since then, marking the most intense military confrontation between the two countries in more than two decades. The international community has repeatedly urged both sides to exercise restraint and prevent further escalation.
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Business Standard
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Saudi seeks to de-escalate India-Pak tensions, end military confrontations
Saudi Foreign Ministry said Al-Jubeir visited India and Pakistan on May 8-9 to de-escalate tensions, end military confrontations, and promote dispute resolution through dialogue and diplomacy Press Trust of India Dubai
Mint
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Saudi says making efforts to de-escalate tensions between India and Pakistan ‘through dialogue and diplomatic channels'
Saudi Arabia early on Saturday announced that it is working to de-escalate tensions between India and Pakistan, end current military confrontations and encourage the resolution of all disputes through dialogue and diplomacy. In a brief statement, the Foreign Ministry said that upon the directives of the Saudi leadership, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir visited India and Pakistan on May 8 and 9 as part of the Kingdom's "ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions, end current military confrontations, and promote the resolution of all disputes through dialogue and diplomatic channels". The Saudi statement came as tensions soared significantly, with Pakistan claiming that its three airbases were targeted by Indian missiles and drones early Saturday. Amid the escalating tensions between the neibhours, Saudi minister Al-Jubeir travelled to New Delhi on Thursday on an unannounced visit and discussed the current situationn with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Later, Jaishankar posted about the meeting with the Saudi leader saying, 'A good meeting with @AdelAljubeir, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia this morning' He added, 'Shared India's perspectives on firmly countering terrorism,' refering to the India's military strikes on Wednesday that targeted terrorist infrastructure at nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). On Friday, the Saudi minister visited Islamabad, where he held talks with Pakistan's top leadership. Tensions between the two neighbours increased after the Indian armed forces on Wednesday conducted precision strikes targeting terror launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack that had cross-border linkages. Pakistan launched a fresh wave of drone attacks targeting 26 locations in India -- from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat -- for the second night on Friday, with the defence ministry saying the enemy's attempts to hit vital installations, including airports and air bases, were successfully thwarted.
