Manama: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received a cable expressing support and loyalty from Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the National Council for Arts.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa affirmed pride in belonging to the Kingdom and firm loyalty, expressing his support for His Majesty's statement. He emphasized that this statement clearly distinguishes between right and wrong and serves as a reference point for stability, stressing that the Kingdom's security is a red line.
Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa highlighted that the facts set out in His Majesty's statement place everyone before responsibility. He noted that those who believed the Kingdom could be treated as a space for chaos at the expense of its security have misread history. He stressed that His Majesty's emphasis on firm action against anyone proven to be involved in collusion reflects the protection of justice and the safeguarding of loyal citizens, and rejected any attempt to justify treason.
Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa further stated that the declaration that the Kingdom is a trust carries responsibility to all, asserting that the interests of the Kingdom take priority over all considerations, and that loyalty is not a slogan, but a commitment shown through action and sacrifice. He remarked that firm measures against those involved in collusion protect the Kingdom's achievements and the dignity of its loyal citizens.
Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa renewed his pledge of allegiance and loyalty to His Majesty the King, offering full support for all measures taken to protect the security of the Kingdom. He also commended the vigilance of the armed forces in safeguarding the Kingdom.