European and African ambassadors condemn Iran's attacks in Riyadh
Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khuraiji held a high-level diplomatic meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Riyadh, where he met with ambassadors from European and African countries accredited to the Kingdom. The meeting included a comprehensive review of Saudi Arabia's firm stance on current events and rapid developments in the region. During the meeting, the diplomats expressed their countries' strong positions, issuing a clear and direct condemnation of Iran's aggressive attacks targeting the Kingdom, the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and several other Arab and Islamic nations.
Continued international commitment to confront Iranian aggression
Over the past years, the Middle East has faced complex security challenges as a result of persistent interference in the internal affairs of states. The condemnation of Iran's attacks comes within a long history of international efforts to mitigate threats to civilian infrastructure and global energy supplies. Saudi Arabia, with the support of its allies and international partners, has consistently emphasized the need to respect the sovereignty of states and adhere to the UN Charter, which rejects the use of force or the threat of force. Previous attacks targeting vital facilities and strategic waterways have marked a turning point in global awareness, prompting the international community, including European and African nations, to unite diplomatically to ensure that such violations, which threaten the entire global economy, are not repeated.
African and European praise for Saudi Arabia's humanitarian and security efforts
In a related context, Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji met with ambassadors from African countries, where they affirmed their shared vision on regional issues. The ambassadors, from both Europe and Africa, commended the tremendous efforts exerted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to maintain security and stability in the region. They also highly praised the exceptional efficiency demonstrated by Saudi defenses in countering all blatant attacks and protecting the security of Saudi territory. The meeting was not limited to security and political matters but also encompassed the humanitarian dimension, with the ambassadors expressing their deep gratitude and appreciation for the logistical and humanitarian assistance provided by the Kingdom to evacuate their citizens from conflict zones and facilitate their safe return home. This reflects Saudi Arabia's leading role in managing humanitarian crises.
Strategic dimensions and the impact of diplomatic consensus
This diplomatic alignment between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and European and African countries is of paramount importance on various levels. Domestically, this international support reinforces the confidence of citizens and residents and underscores the strength of the Saudi position and its ability to garner global support for protecting its resources. Regionally, this meeting sends a clear and firm message that the security of the Arabian Gulf is an integral part of global security, and that any attempt to destabilize the region will be met with unequivocal international rejection. Internationally, the combined efforts of European and African countries with the Kingdom contribute to strengthening strategic alliances aimed at securing international shipping lanes and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of global energy supplies. It is worth noting that the Undersecretary for Political Affairs, Ambassador Saud Al-Sati, and the Director General of the Department for European Countries, Ambassador Abdulrahman Al-Ahmad, attended these important meetings, reflecting the high level and keen interest that Saudi diplomacy attaches to these strategic partnerships.
