The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent cables of condolence and sympathy to His Majesty King Felipe VI, King of the Kingdom of Spain, following the tragic accident involving the collision of two trains in the south of the country, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries.
Messages of condolence and solidarity
In his telegram, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques expressed his deep sorrow at the news of the accident, saying: “We learned of the news of the collision of two trains in the south of the Kingdom of Spain, and the resulting deaths and injuries. As we share Your Majesty’s pain in this tragedy, we send to you, the families of the deceased, and your friendly people our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy, wishing the injured a speedy recovery, and that you may not see any harm.”.
For his part, His Highness the Crown Prince sent a similar cable in which he expressed his full solidarity with the leadership and people of Spain. The text of his cable read: “I have received news of the train collision in the south of the Kingdom of Spain, and the resulting deaths and injuries. I express to Your Majesty, to the families of the deceased, and to your friendly people my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy, wishing the injured a speedy recovery, and that you may not see any harm.”.
The depth of Saudi-Spanish relations
This humanitarian gesture from the Saudi leadership underscores the deep historical and strategic ties that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Spain. These relations, spanning decades, have been characterized by fruitful cooperation and mutual respect between the two royal families and their friendly peoples. The Kingdom consistently stands by its allies during times of crisis and disaster, reflecting its unwavering commitment to the principles of human fraternity and high-level diplomacy.
Relations between Riyadh and Madrid are witnessing continuous development across various political, economic, and cultural fields, with Spain being a key partner for the Kingdom in Europe. Such expressions of solidarity highlight the strength of these ties, which transcend political interests to encompass humanitarian and social dimensions, as both countries share feelings of grief and offer condolences in this profound loss.
The importance of international solidarity in disasters
International solidarity in the face of transport accidents and natural disasters is an integral part of the diplomatic norms followed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Such incidents, which cause painful loss of life, require international cooperation and moral support for the families of the victims and the injured. Messages of condolence and sympathy play a significant role in alleviating the suffering of the affected populations and affirming that they are not alone in facing these tragedies.
The speed with which the Saudi leadership responded in sending telegrams of condolence reflects its diligent monitoring of global events and its interest in international affairs, and its constant keenness to strengthen the bonds of friendship and peace with various countries of the world, wishing safety and security to the friendly Spanish people and to all the peoples of the world.
