Riyadh: The foreign ministers of Jordan and Saudi Arabia on Monday declared their 'absolute solidarity' in response to Iranian assaults targeting countries in the region. A statement from the Jordanian Foreign Ministry detailed a meeting in Riyadh between Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, where they discussed measures to counter such attacks as a right to self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter.

According to Anadolu Agency, the talks between the two ministers also explored ways to end the 'dangerous escalation in the region.' The ministers emphasized the importance of ensuring security and stability, respecting state sovereignty, and preventing future Iranian attacks. Additionally, they highlighted the need to stabilize the situation in the Gaza Strip and facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid into the Palestinian enclave.

The diplomats further stressed the necessity of regional and international cooperation to halt illegal Israeli measures that exacerbate tensions and undermine the two-state solution in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. They urged an end to Israeli assaults on Lebanon and adherence to the ceasefire agreement established in November 2024.

Regional tensions have intensified since the US and Israel initiated a joint offensive against Iran on February 28, resulting in over 1,340 casualties, including the death of then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. In retaliation, Tehran has launched drone and missile strikes targeting Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf countries with US military assets. Additionally, Iran has imposed restrictions on maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz.

The conflict has extended into Lebanon, with the Israeli army executing airstrikes and a ground offensive while Hezbollah has engaged in cross-border attacks into Israel.