Bahraini relations, the foreign minister of Bahrain pointed out the end of the effects of some Iranian statements made against Bahrain and the GCC expressed support for the sovereignty, independence and Arab identity of Bahrain. On Iran's occupation of the United Arab Emirates' islands, the council reiterated its well known stands on this issue. On the nuclear file of Iran, the council expressed hope for peaceful resolution of the crisis. On Iraq, the council reiterated its firm positions on this matter. On the Palestinian issue, the council asked the international community to pressure Israel to return the Arab rights in Palestine, Golan and South Lebanon. The council also welcomed the agreement reached by the Palestinian factions in Cairo. The council dealt with other issues and wished Lebanon, Sudan and Somalia peace and security.
