French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has strongly condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, expressing France’s solidarity with the Kingdom during discussions with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh. The meeting focused on regional security issues and the rising tensions in the area.
Both ministers emphasized the importance of bolstering diplomatic efforts to safeguard regional waterways and uphold freedom of navigation. They also underlined the necessity for sustainable diplomatic solutions to ongoing regional conflicts, aiming to foster peace, security, and stability across the Middle East.
The talks additionally covered the enhancement of Saudi-French bilateral relations, with both sides exploring opportunities for expanded cooperation in various sectors to advance their shared interests. The discussions reflect France’s firm stance on supporting Saudi Arabia amid the current regional challenges.