Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said in a phone call with Kuwait Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khalid al-Hamad al-Sabah that Palestine stands in solidarity with Kuwait and its people. Abbas expressed that they stand by Kuwait against Iran's recent attacks.
Abbas stated that the steps Kuwait has taken to protect its security, stability, and sovereignty are fully supported by Palestine. The Palestinian leader also emphasized that they oppose any violations against the security of Arab countries.
The message that Arab security cannot be considered separately from each other stood out in the meeting. Abbas said that any threat to the security of any country in the region concerns the entire Arab world.
Highlights
- Mahmoud Abbas spoke on the phone with the Crown Prince of Kuwait.
- A message of Palestine's solidarity with Kuwait was conveyed.
- Abbas expressed support for the steps protecting Kuwait's security.
- Iran's recent attacks were the main agenda of the meeting.
- Abbas said they reject any attempts that would harm the security of Arab countries.
Palestine's message
While Abbas stated that they stand behind the measures taken by Kuwait, he described this attitude as part of Arab solidarity. The Palestinian leader also mentioned that the brotherhood ties between the peoples of the two countries are strong.
Abbas also appreciated Kuwait's support for the Palestinian cause and the rights of the Palestinian people. He pointed out that because of this support, the relations between the two countries are deep-rooted and close.
Attack on Kuwait
The report stated that the Iranian attack targeted Kuwait International Airport and that one person was killed and several others were injured in the attack. The incident was among the developments that increased tension in the region.
The phone call was recorded as a contact highlighting the diplomatic support given to Kuwait after the attack. Abbas's statements showed that the Palestinian administration maintains a line of solidarity with Arab capitals in regional tensions.
Context: Relations between the Palestinian administration and Kuwait have long been close through political support and diplomatic solidarity, and the recent meeting stood out as a new message on this line.