Looks like they're back to where they were before the Riyadh bombings. Attention spans are short...
P.K. Abdul Ghafour, Arab News Staff
Prince Sultan, second deputy premier and minister of defense and aviation, has denounced what he called a smear campaign against Islam and the Kingdom and said it was an outpouring of jealousy of its resources and Islam.
| I lie awake at night, gnashing my teeth — they're ground down to stumps now — eaten with jealousy of Islam and Soddy Arabia... |
Prince Sultan made this verbal burp comment while addressing senior military commanders who came to offer their Ramadan greetings on Thursday. The defense minister underscored the unity and solidarity of the countryâs military organizations including the National Guard and the armed forces. âI would like to emphasize the total solidarity between the armed forces â from the National Guard to the land, naval and air defense forces and the security forces,â he said. Prince Sultan hailed the efforts of the armed forces and security officers in defending the Kingdom and protecting its security. He also reminded them of their great responsibility. âThe Saudi leadership and people and the royal family have full confidence in the National Guard, the armed forces and security officers,â he said.
| "Without you, we'd be living in Biarritz!" |
Prince Sultan urged Islamic scholars, businessmen, academics and others to work with the Custodian of the two Holy Mosques King Fahd and Crown Prince Abdullah, deputy premier and commander of the National Guard, in the service of the country. He quoted Prince Abdullah as saying that the Saudi officials would always remain committed to the service of Islam and the country despite any difficulties they might face. âOur country is based on four points. First, we will defend Islam at any cost. Second, we will do anything to serve our country. Third, we will stand firm and persevere, and fourth, we will work hard to achieve our objectives,â he said. |