MANAMA: Defense Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states have officially approved the establishment of an Advanced Command for the bloc’s Unified Military Command in Kuwait, alongside the allocation of dedicated military forces to support its operations.
The key resolution was finalized during the 23rd session of the GCC Joint Defense Council held in Manama on Tuesday, November 10.
In an official statement, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi emphasized the vital importance of extending full support and priority to joint Gulf military initiatives. He highlighted the critical responsibilities borne by the armed forces across GCC member states in safeguarding national stability, defending territorial integrity and sovereignty, and continually advancing defense capabilities to meet evolving strategic imperatives.
Furthermore, Secretary-General Albudaiwi strongly condemned recent Iranian attacks targeting GCC member states, which have caused damage to critical civilian infrastructure and key facilities. He also denounced ongoing missile and drone strikes launched by the Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia, particularly those aimed near holy sites, characterizing them as a blatant violation of their sanctity and an unprovoked infringement on the Kingdom’s sovereignty and regional security.
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