Saudi Arabia rejects Palestinian displacement

Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its unequivocal rejection of the forced displacement of Palestinians “under any circumstances,” Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir said Saturday during the 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad, reports Saudi Gazette.

He reiterated the Kingdom’s commitment to the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital.

“The exceptional circumstances facing the Palestinian cause require us to intensify joint efforts to alleviate the humanitarian suffering of the Palestinian people and to stop the crimes and violations committed by the Israeli occupation forces,” Al-Jubeir said.

He described these acts as flagrant violations of the UN Charter and international law.

Al-Jubeir emphasized the need for a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza and condemned any attempts to impose solutions that undermine Palestinian aspirations for self-determination and statehood within 1967 borders.

He also denounced Israeli attacks on Syrian territory, and stressed the importance of supporting Syria’s sovereignty and stability.

Al-Jubeir praised US President Donald Trump’s recent decision to lift sanctions on Syria during his visit to the Kingdom, calling it “a great opportunity for recovery, development, and reconstruction.”

Turning to other regional conflicts, Al-Jubeir reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s continued efforts to mediate peace in Sudan, calling for a complete ceasefire, humanitarian access, and the preservation of Sudan’s sovereignty and unity.

He reiterated Saudi Arabia’s support for a comprehensive political resolution in Yemen, and stressed the importance of maritime security and freedom of navigation in international waters.

Addressing Lebanon, Al-Jubeir voiced support for President Joseph Aoun’s efforts to reform state institutions and consolidate all arms under the authority of the state. He expressed hope that Lebanon’s government would meet the aspirations of its people and preserve national stability and unity.

Al-Jubeir concluded by urging stronger Arab cooperation and development to achieve a secure and prosperous future for the region.

Saudi Arabia reaffirms rejection of Palestinian displacement

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan reiterated Saudi Arabia’s firm rejection of any calls for the displacement of the Palestinian people from their land or attempts to impose solutions that do not meet their legitimate aspirations for self-determination. 

He warned of the grave consequences such actions could have on both the region and the world, reports Saudi Gazette.

Speaking at the extraordinary ministerial meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Jeddah on Friday, Prince Faisal stressed the importance of ensuring a sustained ceasefire in Gaza and holding Israel accountable for adhering to international law.

He reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to working with partner and friendly nations through the Two-State Solution Coalition to push forward its implementation.

During the meeting, the Saudi foreign minister welcomed Syria’s reinstatement to the OIC, expressing hope that the country would contribute positively to the organization's efforts.

The meeting featured speeches from OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha, Cameroon’s Minister of Foreign Relations and Chairman of the Council of Foreign Ministers Logen Mbela Mbela, Gambia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambian Expatriates Mamadou Tangara, and Palestinian Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohamed Mustafa.

In his speech, OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha reaffirmed his support for the reconstruction plan for the Gaza Strip, which was adopted by the Arab Summit.

He underscored the need for mobilizing financial and political resources to implement the plan, within an integrated political and economic framework aimed at achieving the two-state solution.

He also warned of Israel’s unacceptable actions to liquidate the Palestinian refugee issue and reiterated that the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) remains irreplaceable in providing essential services to millions of Palestinian refugees.

Taha highlighted the urgent challenges facing the Palestinian cause, including ongoing occupation, settlement expansion, daily crimes, annexation efforts, and forced displacement by Israel.

He condemned Israeli attempts to Judaize Al-Quds and violate its sacred sites, along with the siege, starvation, mass arrests, and destruction of Palestinian cities, camps, infrastructure, and homes.

He called for immediate international action to achieve a sustainable ceasefire, complete withdrawal of Israeli occupation forces, the delivery of humanitarian aid, and the return of displaced Palestinians to their homes.

He emphasized the necessity of enabling the Palestinian government to fulfill its responsibilities and preserving the unity of Palestinian territories, including Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem.