JEDDAH: Malaysia has condemned the launching of a ballistic missile by Houthi militias toward Makkah region and expressing hope that the perpetrator to be brought to trial.
“Malaysia stands in solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in protecting the security of the holiest places in the Muslim world,” the Malaysian Foreign Ministry said in a statement quoted by the Malaysian National News Agency “BERNAMA.”
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Malaysia condemns firing of ballistic missile towards Makkah by Houthis
Malaysia condemns firing of ballistic missile towards Makkah by Houthis
Iranian foreign minister calls Saudi counterpart ahead of nuclear talks with US
- They discuss importance of resolving differences through dialogue and diplomacy
- Regional powers pushed for the talks, scheduled for Friday in Oman, between Tehran and Washington
LONDON: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a telephone call from his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on Wednesday ahead of critical nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington.
They discussed the importance of resolving differences through dialogue and diplomacy, as well as efforts to maintain the security and stability of the region, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Regional powers had pushed for the talks, scheduled for Friday in Oman, between Iran and the US in an attempt to reach an agreement regarding Tehran’s nuclear program and prevent another escalation in the region.
In a message confirming the talks, posted on social media platform X on Wednesday, Araghchi wrote: “Nuclear talks with the United States are scheduled to be held in Muscat on about 10 a.m. Friday. I’m grateful to our Omani brothers for making all necessary arrangements.”
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