Saudi FM condemns Iranian attacks in call with Bahrain counterpart

Published June 4, 2026 Updated June 4, 2026 05:07pm

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud has denounced Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and pledged Riyadh’s full solidarity with Manama, according to Al Jazeera.

Prince Faisal has made the remarks in a phone call with Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, affirming Riyadh’s support for any measures Bahrain takes to protect its security, territorial integrity and citizens.

The ministers also discussed the “dangerous regional developments”, stressing the need to coordinate efforts to preserve security and stability across the region, the foreign ministry says in a statement.

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