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Saudi Arabian regional diplomacy and security
Overview
Saudi Arabia is engaging in various diplomatic and security efforts across the Middle East and Horn of Africa. In a recent Cabinet meeting, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman briefed officials on discussions with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa regarding bilateral cooperation.
The Saudi Cabinet reaffirmed support for the legitimate government in Yemen, expressing concern that Houthi military escalations have increased humanitarian suffering and threatened maritime navigation in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait. Additionally, the Makkah Defense Pact has moved toward implementing joint defense commitments and collective deterrence to protect the Kingdom and its civilian and economic facilities.
Separately, the Crown Prince extended congratulations to Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed following his re-election, emphasizing the importance of Ethiopian stability for regional security and Red Sea maritime navigation.
Entities
Saudi Arabia · Mohammed bin Salman · Houthi militia · Makkah Defense Pact · Saudi Fund for Development
Timeline
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesSaudi Crown Prince congratulates Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on his re-election, emphasizing the strategic bilateral ties and regional stability in the Horn of Africa.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesSaudi Crown Prince chairs Cabinet meeting in Riyadh
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chaired a Cabinet meeting addressing Syrian relations, support for Yemen's legitimate government, and the activation of collective defense via the Makkah Defense Pact.
Sources
ahwal.sa · ien.sa · mohammedbnsalman.com · news50.sa