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Oman condemned the military attacks targeting the territories of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait, as well as the attacks on two commercial vessels from Saudi Arabia and Qatar in the Strait of Hormuz, expressing its solidarity with the two sisterly countries in safeguarding their security, stability, territorial integrity, sovereignty and national interests.In a statement issued Wednesday, Oman’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the escalating military tensions in the region pose a threat to regional security, maritime safety, the free flow of international trade and global energy supplies. It reiterated its categorical rejection of any actions that undermine the security of states or endanger civilian and commercial vessels.Oman called on all parties to exercise restraint, halt the escalation, prioritize dialogue and diplomatic solutions, and fully implement the signed understandings in support of efforts to strengthen security and peace. Source link
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the Iranian targeting of a Saudi oil tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, labeling it a flagrant violation of international law that threatens maritime safety and global energy stability.In a press statement, the ministry reaffirmed Kuwait’s unwavering solidarity with Saudi Arabia, rejecting any aggression that undermines its security, interests, or strategic resources.The ministry demanded the immediate cease of these hostile actions, urging all parties to prioritize de-escalation, respect international maritime law, and safeguard the region’s vital waterways. Source link
Pakistani authorities have launched a search and rescue operation after a Boeing 737 cargo aircraft carrying five crew members lost contact with air traffic control off the coast of Karachi following a reported navigation system malfunction.The Pakistan Airports Authority said the aircraft, operated by K2 Airways, was en route to Karachi when it reported a navigation system problem late Tuesday before communications with air traffic controllers were lost. Preliminary flight-tracking data indicated the aircraft made erratic altitude changes before disappearing from radar over the Arabian Sea, raising fears it may have crashed into the water.Authorities have mobilized a multi-agency search and rescue operation in the Sea to locate the missing aircraft and its crew.As part of the operation, the Pakistan Navy has deployed the frigate PNS Zulfiqar, while the Pakistan Air Force is assisting with aerial search missions. Merchant vessels in the area have also been directed to support the search efforts.The cause of the aircraft's disappearance has not been determined, and authorities said the search operation remains ongoing. Source link
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi expressed his condemnation and denunciation in the strongest terms of the Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait, stating that these attacks confirm the continuation of Iran’s approach aimed at undermining international and regional efforts to establish security, peace, and resolve the crisis.”These attacks represent a blatant aggression and a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of both countries, a direct threat to the security, stability and safety of citizens and residents, and a grave breach of the principles of international law and the United Nations (UN) Charter,” Albudaiwi underscored.Furthermore, GCC Secretary General underlined the GCC’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait, and its backing for all measures they take to maintain their security and stability, as well as protect their citizens and residents on their territories. Source link
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the memorandum of understanding signed with Iran to end the conflict was “over”, adding he did not want to engage with Tehran, calling the Iranian leadership “sick people”.Speaking at a summit of NATO leaders in Ankara, Trump also said he had ordered his Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to cut off trade ties with Spain, calling Madrid a “terrible partner” in NATO. The twin announcements overshadowed a summit that European leaders hoped would be focused on projecting unity and support for Ukraine, and put a lid on a series of rows that have threatened to blow NATO apart. The U.S. unleashed new military strikes on Iran and revoked a licence allowing Iran to sell oil in response to attacks on three tankers. It was the latest blow to a fragile ceasefire agreement in a war that is deeply unpopular in Europe.”It’s a very interesting question. To me, I think it’s over. I don’t want to deal with them,” Trump said when asked whether the interim accord with Iran that envisaged hammering out a long-term peace deal by mid-August was over. “They’re scum. They’re sick people. They’re led by sick people.” “As far as I’m concerned, it’s just a waste of time dealing with them,” he said. Washington and Madrid have been at loggerheads, with Spain explicitly rejecting Trump’s demands for European countries to sharply increase military spending to pay for their own defence. “Spain is a wasted cause. We don’t want to do any trade business with Spain anymore,” Trump said. “By the way, I’d like to cut it off. Spain is a terrible partner in NATO. They don’t participate, they don’t pay. I don’t want anything to do with Spain. Cut off all trade with Spain, including visits.” In response, the office of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said it was treating Trump’s statements as business as usual, adding that bilateral relations benefited both countries. Related Story Source link
Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy announced that the power supply has been restored to all residential areas hit by blackout on Wednesday.The feeding works of the overhead power lines have been successfully completed and electricity supply has resumed nationwide, the ministry said in a post on X.The ministry had announced earlier that a number of power transmission lines had gone offline, resulting in electricity outages in several areas across the country. Source link
Lebanese Minister of Information Dr. Paul Morcos praised the State of Qatar’s efforts to reduce tension and its pivotal role in achieving the desired stability.In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), the Lebanese Minister of Information also commended Qatar’s role in promoting stability in Lebanon, alongside other Arab states whose continued support Lebanon relies upon, noting that establishing stability in the region will have a positive impact on Lebanon.The minister said the objective of the framework arrangement between Lebanon and the Israeli entity is to secure the liberation of Lebanese territory, the return of prisoners, the return of displaced residents, the reconstruction of villages and towns, and the restoration of stability to southern Lebanon through resolving all outstanding issues. He said these objectives are reflected in the negotiating initiative put forward by Lebanese President Gen. Joseph Aoun.He considered the framework agreement a first step in a long process, as indicated by Lebanese Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam during the last cabinet meeting, adding that the framework is not an agreement, but rather a framework for an agreement.He added that once an agreement is finalized between Lebanon and Israel, in accordance with Article 52 of the Constitution, the agreement will be presented to the government and parliament, as the authority to negotiate rests with the President of the Republic in coordination with the Prime Minister. Source link
Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji affirmed that the framework agreement between Lebanon and the Israeli entity is not final but rather constitutes a basis for completing negotiations on contentious issues.During his meeting with Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan, Raji stressed the necessity of solidifying the ceasefire, ensuring a complete withdrawal, releasing prisoners, and negotiating the demarcation of the land border.He considered the agreement as a starting point, and its true importance lies in enshrining the independence of the Lebanese path.On another note, Raji said that the Lebanese government is proceeding with the implementation of the decision to restrict weapons to the state.For his part, the Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister said that achieving peace requires political courage. Source link
The Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) in Bahrain announced that the power supply has been restored to all areas affected by the outage earlier last night.In a statement, EWA said it had monitored the limited power outage in several areas of the country, adding that specialized technical teams had begun working to take the necessary measures and restore service as quickly as possible.The EWA emphasized the importance of obtaining information from official and reliable sources. Source link
The Bahraini Ministry of Interior announced at dawn today that it had activated the sirens in the country, calling on citizens and residents to remain calm and head to the nearest safe place.”The siren has been sounded. .. Citizens and residents are urgent to remain calm and head to the nearest safe place,” the ministry said in a post on X. Source link