Saudi forces showcase combat readiness at Bright Star drill

Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the US, the UK, Greece, Jordan, Pakistan, and Cyprus participated in the joint exercises, with another 13 states observing. (SPA)
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Updated 18 September 2021
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Saudi forces showcase combat readiness at Bright Star drill

RIYADH: The joint military exercises Bright Star 2021 concluded at Mohamed Naguib Military Base in Egypt on Friday in the presence of the Egyptian Minister of Defense and Military Production Lt. General Mohammed Zaki, and Commander of the Royal Saudi Land Forces Lt. General Fahd Al-Mutair.

Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the US, the UK, Greece, Jordan, Pakistan, and Cyprus participated in the joint exercises, with another 13 states observing.

The conclusion of the exercises included simulations of combat scenarios including support operations carried out with live ammunition and airdrops of special forces and armored vehicles from combat helicopters.

Bright Star is considered one of the most important military training programs in the region, due to the diversity of participating forces and terrain.


Saudi FM discuss regional developments with Omani and French counterparts

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Saudi FM discuss regional developments with Omani and French counterparts

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call with Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi on Thursday, Saudi state agency SPA reported.

The two officials reviewed the latest regional developments and discussed joint efforts to enhance security and stability across the region 

The minister also had a call with French Foreign Minister, Jean-Noel Barrot during which they discusses the latest developments in the regional situation and their implications for the security and stability of the region.