The Saudi Cabinet condemns the attacks by marches from Iraq
held The Saudi Cabinet its session today, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The Cabinet reiterated its strongest condemnation of the blatant attacks targeting the Kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, carried out by drones launched from Iraqi territory, and affirmed the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to defending its territory and resources.
Regional context and escalating security threats
The Middle East and the Arabian Gulf region have witnessed escalating security challenges in recent years, including the increasing use of drones and ballistic missiles by armed militias supported by regional actors. These attacks, launched from neighboring countries, are part of ongoing efforts to destabilize the region and threaten international navigation and global energy supplies. Saudi Arabia has consistently warned the international community of the dangers of the proliferation of these weapons, calling for decisive action to halt regional interference in the internal affairs of Arab states, which constitutes a blatant violation of international laws and norms.
The Saudi Cabinet praised the efficiency of the armed forces
In this regard, the Saudi Cabinet the heroic role and exceptional bravery of the Saudi Armed Forces in defending the homeland and protecting its achievements and resources from any malicious Iranian aggression and the serious repercussions that have afflicted the region. The Cabinet affirmed that the Kingdom will remain an oasis of security and safety, moving steadily towards strengthening its progress and supporting regional and international stability. The Cabinet also praised the successful operational and technical efforts to restore production at several energy facilities affected by the attacks, reflecting the rapid recovery, high operational resilience, and efficient crisis management capabilities of the Kingdom's energy sector.
Strategic dimensions and the event's impact locally and internationally
The firm stance taken by the Saudi leadership is of paramount importance on several levels. Domestically, it sends a reassuring message to citizens and residents about the vigilance and readiness of the armed forces to protect the country's security. Regionally, it strengthens the solidarity of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states in confronting common threats and underscores their shared destiny. Internationally, protecting Saudi energy facilities transcends being a domestic matter and becomes a global imperative, as any targeting of these vital facilities poses a direct threat to the stability of global energy markets and the international economy as a whole.
Leading national achievements in the space sector
In another development reflecting the Kingdom's continued progress despite challenges, the Council highlighted a new achievement in space exploration: the successful launch of the "Shams" satellite, which was entirely designed and developed by Saudi nationals. This step aligns with the aspirations for fostering innovation and scientific creativity, and underscores the Kingdom's commitment to achieving the goals of Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy and localize advanced technologies.
