Category: Politics

Saudi, Pakistan To Discuss Possible Support For Kingdom’s $3 Billion Deposit

May 1, 2022

PARIS, France – Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will discuss the possibility of supporting the kingdom’s $3 billion deposit in Pakistan’s central bank bank by extending its term ‘or through other options’, a joint statement carried by Saudi State News Agency SPA said on Sunday. Last year, Saudi Arabia deposited $3 billion in Pakistan’s central bank … More Saudi, Pakistan To Discuss Possible Support For Kingdom’s $3 Billion Deposit

Zelensky Tells Russians: ‘Save Your Sons From The War’

March 24, 2022

PARIS, France – In a video message posted to Facebook Wednesday night, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed Russians and told them, ‘save your sons from the war’. Zelensky said Ukraine had never threatened the security of Russia, adding that Russian propagandists ‘lie about the war, which is paid for by your taxes’. Ukrainians, he said, … More Zelensky Tells Russians: ‘Save Your Sons From The War’

Putin, Bahrain King Discuss Importance Of Diplomatic Solutions – King’s Adviser

March 15, 2022

PARIS, France – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Bahrain King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa discussed in a phone call the ‘importance of solving conflicts by diplomatic means’, an adviser to the king said on Twitter on Tuesday. Bahrain is a close ally to Saudi Arabia which is, alongside Russia, one of the world’s top … More Putin, Bahrain King Discuss Importance Of Diplomatic Solutions – King’s Adviser

Five Western Countries Condemn Russia’s Role In Syria, Ukraine Conflicts

March 15, 2022

PARIS, France – France, Germany, Italy, Britain and the United States issued a joint statement commemorating the 11th anniversary of the conflict in Syria, and condemned Russia’s role both there and in its invasion of Ukraine. ‘The coincidence of this year’s anniversary with the appalling Russian aggression against Ukraine, which contributes a breach of exceptional … More Five Western Countries Condemn Russia’s Role In Syria, Ukraine Conflicts

Saudi Arabia Offers To Mediate Talks Between Russia And Ukraine

March 3, 2022

PARIS, France – Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, and he offered to make efforts to mediate talks between Moscow and Kyiv as Russia continues its invasion of Ukraine. Bin Salman said his country support ‘efforts that lead to a political solution that … More Saudi Arabia Offers To Mediate Talks Between Russia And Ukraine

Ties Between UAE, U.S. Undergoing Stress Test, UAE Envoy Says

March 3, 2022

MILAN, Italy – The relationship between the United Arab Emirates and the United States is going through ‘a stress test’, Emirati envoy to Washington Yousef Al Otaiba, said on Thursday, but added that he was confident the close partners would ‘get out of it’. The UAE has tried to remain neutral between Western allies and … More Ties Between UAE, U.S. Undergoing Stress Test, UAE Envoy Says

Putin Told Macron He Will Continue War In Ukraine, According To Elysee Palace Source

March 3, 2022

PARIS, France – Russian president Vladimir Putin told his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that he will continue military operations in Ukraine during a 90 – minute call initiated by Putin, an Elysee Palace source told reporters at a briefing on Thursday. ‘This conversation is unfortunately an occasion to hear that President Putin will continue military … More Putin Told Macron He Will Continue War In Ukraine, According To Elysee Palace Source

Saudi Crown Prince, Cyprus President Hold Talks In Riyadh

March 1, 2022

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman hosted the president of Cyprus at the Al – Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Tuesday. After a welcoming ceremony, Prince Mohammed and Nicos Anastasiades held talks during which they discussed relations and cooperation between the two countries. Efforts to enhance joint coordination in various … More Saudi Crown Prince, Cyprus President Hold Talks In Riyadh

Russia’s Putin Puts Nuclear Forces On High Alert

February 28, 2022

PARIS, France – Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his military command to put Russia’s deterrence forces – a reference to units which include nuclear arms – on high alert, citing aggressive statements by NATO leaders and economic sanctions against Moscow. ‘As you can see, not only do Western countries take unfriendly measures against our country … More Russia’s Putin Puts Nuclear Forces On High Alert