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Saudi Ministers Highlight Freedom of Navigation
The Saudi Cabinet emphasized the importance of protecting freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, the Red Sea, and the Gulf of Aden, while reaffirming that no fees or restrictions should be imposed on these vital waterways. It also rejected any use of these routes as a means of pressure or threats that contradict international law. Additionally, the Council reviewed progress in establishing the General Secretariat of the Mecca Agreement for Mutual Defense and enhancing military coordination between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan. It also condemned the ongoing Houthi militia attacks on the Kingdom and the threats they pose to navigation security in the Red Sea. The Cabinet stressed the importance of supporting the Kingdom’s counter-terrorism programs in coordination with the United Nations. It approved the Public Facilities Protection System for mosques and focused on strengthening regional and international cooperation to maintain navigational security and regional stability.
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