Saudi crown prince, Jordan’s king discuss Israeli violation of Qatari sovereignty

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Both leaders affirmed their countries’ solidarity with Qatar. (SPA)
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Updated 10 September 2025
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Saudi crown prince, Jordan’s king discuss Israeli violation of Qatari sovereignty

Saudi crown prince, Jordan’s king discuss Israeli violation of Qatari sovereignty
  • Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday extended condolences to Qatar following the death of a member of its Internal Security Force

RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Tuesday from Jordan’s King Abdullah II to discuss the Israeli attack and violation of Qatari sovereignty.

Both leaders affirmed their countries’ solidarity with Qatar and support for the measures it is taking to safeguard its security and preserve its sovereignty.

Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday extended condolences to Qatar following the death of a member of its Internal Security Force in what it described as a heinous Israeli attack.

The Kingdom reiterated its full support and solidarity with Qatar and wished the injured a speedy recovery.


Saudi Arabia and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh
Updated 04 November 2025
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Saudi Arabia and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh
  • Bilateral ties play a crucial role in promoting regional and global stability, says Saudi official
  • ‘Tireless work between the two friendly countries can push mutual relations to a new stage’

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Japan held a ceremony in the capital Riyadh on Monday to commemorate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between their countries.

During a speech, Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji highlighted the strong relationship between Saudi Arabia and Japan. He said that their cooperation, which began in 1955, plays a crucial role in promoting regional and global stability and prosperity.

“The tireless work between the two friendly countries can push mutual relations to a new stage,” he said. Al-Khereiji highlighted that the Saudi-Japan Vision 2030 established a comprehensive strategic partnership to achieve common goals, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

He expressed the Kingdom’s desire to enhance its relationship with Japan and achieve greater growth and prosperity for both countries, the SPA added.

Saudi Arabia is the primary supplier of crude oil to Japan, and Japan has become a significant partner for the Kingdom in trade and investment. Under Saudi-Japan Vision 2030, the two countries have agreed to enhance cooperation, including efforts in decarbonization, as highlighted in a blog post by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.