The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) criticized on Wednesday remarks by Iraqi vice president Nuri al Maliki against Saudi Arabia.

Such remarks are irresponsible and contradict with the charter of the organization, the OIC said in a statement.

Saudi Arabia plays a vital role against terrorism and extremism at the domestic, regional and international levels, the statement read.

Maliki accused Saudi Arabia on Tuesday of “siding with terrorism.”

“We hold it (Saudi Arabia) responsible for what these groups are receiving in terms of financial and moral support,” he said.