French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has strongly condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, expressing France’s unwavering solidarity with the Kingdom. This stance was reiterated during his discussions with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh, where both parties focused on regional security concerns and strategies to mitigate rising tensions.
The meeting underscored the importance of bolstering diplomatic initiatives to safeguard regional waterways and ensure the freedom of navigation, a vital concern given the current geopolitical climate. Both ministers emphasized the necessity of pursuing sustainable diplomatic solutions to ongoing regional conflicts, aiming to foster peace, security, and stability across the Middle East.
In addition to addressing security issues, the talks also reviewed the state of Saudi-French bilateral relations. The ministers explored avenues to enhance cooperation across various sectors, reinforcing the shared interests and mutual benefits of both nations.