Riyadh Vows To Respond With Full Force If 'Others Start War' As Tensions Around Iran Rise
Faizan Hashmi Published May 19, 2019 | 06:00 AM
DOHA (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 19th May, 2019) Riyadh does not want a war in the region, but will respond with all the strength if the other side starts it, Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al Jubeir said, commenting on the rising tensions with Iran.
"Saudi Arabia does not want a war in the region, does not seek it and will do everything in its power to prevent this war. At the same time, it confirms that if the other side chooses war, the kingdom will respond with full force and determination and will defend itself and its interests," Al Jubeir wrote on Twitter.
He also expressed hope that Iran and Tehran-linked forces would demonstrate wisdom and would not behave recklessly.
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