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Saudi Officials Strongly Condemn Terrorism - 2002-09-11

Feb 12, 2026 February 12, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, Saudi officials condemned terrorism and denied any involvement in it. Crown Prince Abdullah emphasized Saudi Arabia's commitment to fighting terrorism in a letter to President Bush. The involvement of Saudi nationals in the attacks has raised concerns about U.S.-Saudi relations.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Saudi Arabia's strong condemnation of terrorism and denial of involvement is crucial for maintaining its relationship with the U.S. post-9/11.

👥 Key Players

Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz MENTIONED
Minister of Defense of Saudi Arabia
"As a key figure in the Saudi government, his statements reflect the official stance of Saudi Arabia on terrorism and its implications for international relations."
Crown Prince Abdullah MENTIONED
Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia
"His communication with President Bush signifies the importance of U.S.-Saudi relations and the shared commitment to combat terrorism."
President George W. Bush MENTIONED
President of the United States
"His response to Saudi Arabia's commitment to fighting terrorism is crucial for U.S. foreign policy and security strategies post-9/11."

📰 What Happened

On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, Saudi officials condemned terrorism and denied any involvement in it. Crown Prince Abdullah emphasized Saudi Arabia's commitment to fighting terrorism in a letter to President Bush.

  • Most of the hijackers involved in the September 11 attacks were Saudi nationals.
  • Saudi officials issued strong statements against terrorism, highlighting its incompatibility with Islamic values.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Iran views Saudi Arabia as a rival in the region, and any strengthening of U.S.-Saudi ties could impact Iran's influence.
🌍 Regional: The condemnation of terrorism by Saudi officials could lead to increased cooperation among Gulf states against extremist groups.
🌐 International: The statements may influence U.S. foreign policy and its approach to counter-terrorism efforts in the Middle East.

📚 Background

The September 11 attacks in 2001 were carried out by al-Qaeda, with most hijackers being Saudi nationals, leading to international scrutiny of Saudi Arabia's role in terrorism.

U.S.-Saudi relations Global counter-terrorism efforts
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
As statements from Saudi officials, this source reflects the official government position and may downplay any negative aspects.

Saudi officials strongly condemned terrorism on the anniversary of last year's terrorist attacks, issuing statements to this effect. Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of Defense, noted in a statement that terrorism is incompatible with Islamic values. He also denied allegations that Saudi Arabia is behind the terrorists. Furthermore, it was reported that Crown Prince Abdullah wrote a letter to President Bush stating that Saudi Arabia will fight ruthlessly against terrorism, recalling the horrific scenes of the bodies of the September 11 victims. Most of the hijackers involved in the September 11 attacks were Saudi nationals, raising questions about the potential deterioration of relations between Saudi Arabia and the United States.

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