Saudi Arabia Stresses Institutional, Geographic Unity Between Gaza, the West Bank

Saudi Arabia stressed the need to ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces, end the occupation, and create the conditions necessary for political progress (AP). 
Saudi Arabia stressed the need to ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces, end the occupation, and create the conditions necessary for political progress (AP). 
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Saudi Arabia Stresses Institutional, Geographic Unity Between Gaza, the West Bank

Saudi Arabia stressed the need to ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces, end the occupation, and create the conditions necessary for political progress (AP). 
Saudi Arabia stressed the need to ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces, end the occupation, and create the conditions necessary for political progress (AP). 

Saudi Arabia has emphasized the need to implement UN Security Council Resolution 2803 (to end the Gaza conflict) as the primary legal and political framework, particularly regarding the work of the Peace Council, the withdrawal of Israeli forces, the end of the occupation, and the creation of conditions conducive to political progress.

Saudi Minister Plenipotentiary, Cabinet of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Manal Radwan said the current phase requires intensified diplomatic efforts, dialogue, and coordinated action to keep the peace process aligned with its core goal of ending the conflict and achieving lasting peace.

Radwan was speaking at the eighth meeting of the Global Alliance for Implementing the Two-State Solution in Dublin, held under the patronage of Ireland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and attended by member states and international partners.

She stressed the importance of supporting the Palestinian National Authority, strengthening its institutional capacity, and ensuring institutional and geographic continuity between Gaza and the West Bank to preserve the unity of Palestinian territory.

Radwan said the Global Alliance provides a unique international platform to align peace efforts and enhance their effectiveness in advancing a political solution.

She praised the pivotal role of the United States and the efforts led by President Donald Trump, noting that coordination with Washington to implement a comprehensive peace plan offers a genuine opportunity to end the conflict and move toward regional integration and sustainable stability.

She highlighted that Ireland’s experience in peacebuilding shows that complex conflicts can be resolved when peace processes are guided by a comprehensive approach, a clear political horizon, the rejection of violence, and the promotion of dialogue and confidence-building.

Radwan reiterated warnings about ongoing violations by Israeli occupation forces and breaches of the ceasefire agreement, stressing the importance of the New York Declaration, the comprehensive peace plan, and Security Council Resolution 2803 as an integrated framework.

In closing, she reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to working with regional and international partners to achieve a just and lasting peace that meets the Palestinian people’s aspirations for self-determination and an independent state, while ensuring security and stability across the region.

 

 

 

 



Qatar Says Cargo Vessel Coming from Abu Dhabi Attacked in its Waters

 Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, May 8, 2026. (Reuters)
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, May 8, 2026. (Reuters)
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Qatar Says Cargo Vessel Coming from Abu Dhabi Attacked in its Waters

 Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, May 8, 2026. (Reuters)
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, May 8, 2026. (Reuters)

A cargo vessel was attacked by a drone on Sunday in Qatari waters northeast of Mesaieed port as the ship travelled from Abu Dhabi, causing a limited fire that was contained, the Qatari Defense Ministry said.

No injuries were reported and the vessel continued its journey towards ‌the port.

The UK Maritime Trade ‌Operations (UKMTO) ⁠said earlier a bulk ⁠carrier had reported being struck by an unknown projectile while sailing 23 nautical miles northeast of Doha, the capital of Qatar.

Authorities are investigating the source of the projectile, UKMTO ⁠said.

Vessels in the area have been ‌advised to transit with caution.

Ships in the Gulf have been attacked by Iran since the US and Israel launched air ‌strikes on Iran on February 28.

The Strait of Hormuz, ⁠the ⁠vital energy-trade chokepoint that connects Gulf oil producers to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, has been virtually closed since.

Separately, a Qatari tanker crossed the Strait towards Pakistan on Sunday, while Washington continued to wait for Tehran's response to its latest proposals to begin peace talks.


Saudi FM Receives Phone Call from Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
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Saudi FM Receives Phone Call from Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call on Saturday from Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, the Saudi Press Agency said.

The two officials discussed regional developments and ongoing efforts made by both countries to maintain security and stability.


Saudi Crown Prince Says Looking Forward to Working with Iraq’s Zaidi on Consolidating Ties

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince Says Looking Forward to Working with Iraq’s Zaidi on Consolidating Ties

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent on Saturday a cable of congratulations to Ali al-Zaidi on his appointment as Iraq’s prime minister-designate. 

In the cable, he said he was looking forward to working with al-Zaidi on consolidating the fraternal relations between their countries and peoples and bolstering them in all fields. 

He wished him success in serving Iraq and its people. 

Earlier, Crown Prince Mohammed sent a cable to Péter Magyar to congratulate him on his election as Prime Minister of Hungary.

He also congratulated him on the formation of a new government, its gaining the confidence of the National Assembly, and taking the constitutional oath.

The Crown Prince expressed his congratulations for success and prosperity to Magyar, and for continued progress and prosperity to the people of Hungary.