Saudi Arabia, Oman and UAE Condemn Attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, Reaffirm Gulf Solidarity
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- Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE have strongly condemned recent attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, reaffirming solidarity and support for their security.
- Saudi Arabia denounced the attacks as "flagrant Iranian aggression" violating international law, while Oman rejected actions threatening regional stability.
- The UAE condemned Iran's "terrorist drone and missile attacks" on Kuwait, calling them a violation of sovereignty and international law.
Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates have issued strong condemnations of recent attacks targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. The three Gulf nations expressed full solidarity with the two affected countries and reaffirmed their support for measures aimed at protecting their security and sovereignty.
flagrant Iranian aggression
Saudi Arabia denounced the incidents as "flagrant Iranian aggression" against Bahrain and Kuwait. The Kingdom's Foreign Ministry stated that the attacks violate the sovereignty of both nations and breach international law and the UN Charter. Riyadh warned that such actions undermine regional security and stability efforts and pledged full support to Bahrain and Kuwait, wishing a swift recovery to the injured.
Oman also condemned the attacks, unequivocally rejecting military actions that jeopardize regional security and stability, particularly those directed at civilian and vital infrastructure. The Sultanate emphasized that these attacks violate international law and endanger civilian lives. Oman expressed its complete support for Kuwait and Bahrain's efforts to protect their sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national security.
categorical rejection of military actions that threaten regional security and stability, particularly those targeting civilian and vital facilities.
The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned what it termed Iran's "terrorist drone and missile attacks" on Kuwait. These attacks reportedly resulted in one fatality, multiple injuries, and damage to critical infrastructure, including Kuwait International Airport and diplomatic missions. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attacks as a blatant violation of Kuwait's sovereignty and international law, noting that targeting diplomatic premises constitutes a dangerous escalation and a breach of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. The UAE reiterated its solidarity with Kuwait and support for all initiatives to maintain the country's security and stability.
flagrant violation of Kuwaitโs sovereignty and international law, adding that targeting diplomatic premises constituted a dangerous escalation and a breach of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
Originally published by Arab Times. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.