Akhir 14, 1432, March 19, 2011, SPA -- Saudi newspapers commented in their editorials today on a number of topics at local, Arab and international arenas. The following are the major headlines: - In a historic and an unforgettable address to Saudi citizens, King Abdullah Ibn Abdulaziz told the Nation: "You are my pride. You rightly struck back at falsehood with truth and at betrayal with loyalty and steadfastness through your faithful resolve." - King Issues several welfare decrees, ensuring progress, development and happiness of the Saudi citizens. - King announces official holiday for all sectors of the Government and students of general and higher education. - President of Allegiance-Pledge Commission: The King's address is characterized by nobility and grandeur. - On behalf of the Crown Prince, Prince Salman patronizes the launch of International Forum and Exhibition for Public Education today. - Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain: The government is committed to dialogue with the opposition and he stressed that his country is regaining its security. - Clashes in Yemen lead to killing 46 persons and injuring 400 others and the declaration of a state of emergency for 30 days. - Yemen: The National Defense Council approves the formation of a committee to investigate Sana'a events; and the resignation of a Yemeni minister. - After the resolution of the UN Security Council on imposing a non-fly zone over Libya, the European countries begin preparations for the implementation of air strikes against the regime of Gaddafi. - Arab-African-European Summit to be held on Libya. --More
