Calgary Tribune - King Hamad Reaffirms Bahrain’s Solidarity With Saudi Arabia at GCC Meeting

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa affirmed Bahrain’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, stating that the Kingdom’s security is an integral part of both Bahrain’s and the Gulf Cooperation Council’s own defense. The King made these remarks while receiving the GCC Ministers of Interior and the organization's Secretary-General in Manama.

As Chairman of the current session of the GCC Supreme Council, King Hamad met with the delegations on the sidelines of the 43rd meeting of the GCC Ministers of Interior. During the gathering, he renewed Bahrain’s strong condemnation of continued attacks by the Houthi militia on Saudi Arabia, characterizing them as a flagrant violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty.

The King expressed support for all measures taken by Riyadh to safeguard its sovereignty, security, and stability, protect its citizens and residents, and uphold its right to self-defense. He praised the solidarity demonstrated by GCC states in facing Iranian attacks and their united stance against any threat to their regional security and stability.

King Hamad also highlighted the bloc’s role in promoting peace and its standing both regionally and internationally, particularly within the security sector. He commended the ministers for their efforts to strengthen cooperation, coordination, and integration among member states, noting that these initiatives have earned them the trust and respect of Gulf citizens.

The monarch stated that current regional developments call for intensified coordination and stronger security cooperation among member states. The meeting also reviewed the latest developments in the region, reinforcing the collective commitment to addressing shared challenges.

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