Landmarks in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, displayed the colors of the French flag in solidarity with the longtime European ally nation in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks by claimed by Daesh on Friday.
Riyadh’s Kingdom Tower and the Al Faisaliyah tower both featured the colors of blue, white, and red.
“We learned about the pain and the sadness of the terrorist attacks in Paris… We express our condemnation for this repugnant terrorist act and offer our condolences to your excellency, the French people and the families of the victims,” SPA quoted King Salman as saying.
Such attacks are “unaccepted by any religion and international norms,” the cable said.
The Al-Faisaliyah tower lit up with French colors.
Riyadh’s Kingdom Tower.
A photo from French president Hollande’s last visit to Riyadh, when he visited the Council of Saudi Chambers of Commerce.
