MANAMA: Pentagon leader Jim Mattis warned Arab leaders on Saturday that the homicide of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi within the kingdom's consulate in Istanbul "must concern us all".
The United States "does not tolerate this kind of ruthless action to silence Mr Khashoggi, a journalist, through violence," Mattis instructed a gathering within the Bahraini capital Manama.
"Failure of any nation to adhere to international norms and the rule of law undermines regional stability at a time when it is needed most."
A critic of Saudi Arabia's powerful Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Khashoggi was once murdered after getting into the Saudi consulate in Istanbul on October 2.
On Thursday, CIA Director Gina Haspel briefed US President Donald Trump on the latest developments within the investigation after a fact-finding venture to Turkey.
Pro-government Turkish media mentioned that intelligence officials confirmed Haspel video images and audio tapes of Khashoggi's killing accumulated from the consulate.
His homicide has generated international outrage and undermined family members with Riyadh, which Washington is hoping can help counter Tehran's affect within the Middle East.
Prince Mohammed, the kingdom's de facto ruler, has denounced the "repulsive" homicide, denying any involvement. The kingdom's leadership has driven responsibility down the chain of command.
Trump has called the case "one of the worst cover-ups in history".
Washington moved past due Tuesday to revoke the visas of a number of Saudis. Britain followed suit on Wednesday.
Mattis mentioned extra measures would apply.
"We will maintain our 'twin imperatives', as stated by Secretary of State (Mike) Pompeo, of protecting America and holding accountable those responsible for this murder," he instructed the discussion board.
"Our secretary of state has already revoked visas and will be taking additional measures."
The United States "does not tolerate this kind of ruthless action to silence Mr Khashoggi, a journalist, through violence," Mattis instructed a gathering within the Bahraini capital Manama.
"Failure of any nation to adhere to international norms and the rule of law undermines regional stability at a time when it is needed most."
A critic of Saudi Arabia's powerful Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Khashoggi was once murdered after getting into the Saudi consulate in Istanbul on October 2.
On Thursday, CIA Director Gina Haspel briefed US President Donald Trump on the latest developments within the investigation after a fact-finding venture to Turkey.
Pro-government Turkish media mentioned that intelligence officials confirmed Haspel video images and audio tapes of Khashoggi's killing accumulated from the consulate.
His homicide has generated international outrage and undermined family members with Riyadh, which Washington is hoping can help counter Tehran's affect within the Middle East.
Prince Mohammed, the kingdom's de facto ruler, has denounced the "repulsive" homicide, denying any involvement. The kingdom's leadership has driven responsibility down the chain of command.
Trump has called the case "one of the worst cover-ups in history".
Washington moved past due Tuesday to revoke the visas of a number of Saudis. Britain followed suit on Wednesday.
Mattis mentioned extra measures would apply.
"We will maintain our 'twin imperatives', as stated by Secretary of State (Mike) Pompeo, of protecting America and holding accountable those responsible for this murder," he instructed the discussion board.
"Our secretary of state has already revoked visas and will be taking additional measures."
Khashoggi murder 'must concern us all': Mattis to Arab forum
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