Saudi Arabia has decided to recall its ambassador to Berlin for consultation, a Foreign Ministry official source announced.
Riyadh authorities have also handed over a note of protest to the German Ambassador accredited to Saudi Arabia, according to SPA.
The move followed comments made by German Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel during a press conference with his Lebanese counterpart.
“Such comments provoke the surprise and disapproval of Saudi Arabia, which considers them as aimless and based on false information that would not help bringing about stability in the region,” said the Foreign Ministry’s official source.
“Saudi Arabia considers that the statement made by the German foreign minister does not represent the stance of the government of Germany, which is a reliable partner of Saudi Arabia in the fight against terrorism and extremism and the endeavor to bring about security and stability in the region”, the source added