UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and five nations issue joint Gaza warning

King Salman of Saudi Arabia denounced the continuous attempts by the Houthi militia to attack the holy city of Makkah, emphasizing that such acts deeply offend Muslims around the globe. During a recent Council of Ministers meeting in Jeddah, the King emphasized the sanctity of the holy sites and the importance of defending them against any aggression.

Saudi Arabia marked its National Day on Sept. 23, and the King wished for ongoing prosperity and advancement in various sectors. He also praised the military and security forces for their steadfast defense of the nation. The Cabinet discussed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Egypt, where talks with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi highlighted the strength of bilateral ties and the mutual commitment to collaboration.

The Sultanate of Jordan's King Abdullah and French President Emmanuel Macron also communicated with the Crown Prince, discussing regional stability, maritime safety, and international law. The Saudi Cabinet stressed the importance of upholding international law and resolving disputes peacefully to ensure security, economic benefit, and global trade.

The Kingdom's success in hosting international conferences, including the UNESCO Global Forum on AI 2026 and the Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit, underscored its commitment to innovation and health. The Cabinet endorsed a memorandum of understanding with Spain, establishing a strategic partnership council, and approved a draft protocol amending the Saudi-Jordanian Supreme Coordination Council's founding document.

Additionally, the Council authorized the discussion and signing of cooperation agreements with Suriname and Panama, as well as a model memorandum of understanding for SME cooperation.