The Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ali Falih Al-Zaydi, chaired the regular meeting of the National Security Ministerial Council on Thursday to discuss the overall security situation and to make necessary decisions and recommendations regarding the items on the agenda.
Sabah Al-Nauman, spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, stated in a statement received by the News Video Agency that the meeting emphasized the need to secure peaceful demonstrations guaranteed by the constitution, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations, to engage positively with demonstrators, provide them with a safe environment, and prioritize humanitarian treatment across all security agencies.
Al-Nauman added that the meeting also discussed another aspect related to enhancing the armament of security forces and developing their capabilities in response to current challenges, setting priorities, particularly concerning the air defense system and the air force, to reinforce sovereignty and protect the airspace.