RIYADH: Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman on Sunday called on other countries not to interfere in the Kingdom’s internal affairs.
“We are keen to see security and peace prevail in our region. It is our right to defend ourselves without interfering in the affairs of others. We call on others not to interfere in our affairs,” said the king in a speech while welcoming intellectuals who have been invited for the ongoing Janadriyah festival.
“We defend the Muslim lands, cooperate with the Arab and Muslim brothers everywhere to defend their countries and ensure their independence. We are ready, and there should be cooperation in countering poverty and ignorance,” he said.
The king said that Saudi Arabia is the destination of Muslims and that the Two Holy Mosques “is our major responsibility.”
The king said: “Our religion Islam is a religion of moderation, justice and mercy. Terrorism is contrary to Islam which is a religion of love and cooperation.”
He added: “We are honored to serve the Two Holy Mosques and Muslims around the world. This country spares no effort in serving Haj and Umah pilgrims.”
The king said Janadriyah has been a milestone on the Arab cultural, literary and historical scene for over three decades.
