Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Escalation in Palestinian Territories

Smoke billows from an explosion during an Israeli army raid in the West Bank city of Jenin, 19 June 2023. EPA
Smoke billows from an explosion during an Israeli army raid in the West Bank city of Jenin, 19 June 2023. EPA
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Escalation in Palestinian Territories

Smoke billows from an explosion during an Israeli army raid in the West Bank city of Jenin, 19 June 2023. EPA
Smoke billows from an explosion during an Israeli army raid in the West Bank city of Jenin, 19 June 2023. EPA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the "recent escalation" by Israel in the occupied Palestinian territories, including the “aggressive actions” in Jenin earlier Tuesday, which led to deaths and injuries.

The Ministry reaffirmed “Saudi Arabia's unequivocal rejection of the grave violations committed by the Israeli occupation forces.”

It extended its heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Palestine, while also wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.



Saudi Arabia Welcomes Palestinian Leadership Reforms

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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Palestinian Leadership Reforms

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs logo
The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs logo

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has welcomed the reform measures taken by the Palestinian leadership, including the creation of the position of Vice-Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and Vice President of the State of Palestine, and the appointment of Hussein Al-Sheikh to this position.

The ministry wished Al-Sheikh success in his new duties.

The Kingdom affirmed that these reform steps will enhance Palestinian political efforts and contribute to achieving the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, foremost among them the right to self-determination through the establishment of an independent state along the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital.