Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian strikes on targets in Qatar
'The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia condemns and denounces in the strongest terms the aggression launched by Iran against the sisterly State of Qatar, which constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and the principles of good neighborliness,' the statement said.
'It is unacceptable and cannot be justified under any circumstances,' it added.
The Kingdom affirmed its solidarity and full support for Qatar and is deploying all its capabilities to support the country in all measures it takes, the ministry added.
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