Saudi Arabia Considers Storming of Nablus a Severe Violation of Int’l Law

A Palestinian faces an Israeli military vehicle during a raid on the occupied-West Bank city of Nablus, on February 22, 2023. - Israeli troops killed at least 10 Palestinians in a raid on Nablus, while more than 80 suffered gunshot wounds, the Palestinian health ministry said. (Photo by Zain Jaafar / AFP)

Saudi Arabia strongly condemned on Wednesday the deadly raid of the Palestinian city of Nablus by Israeli forces.

The Saudi Foreign Ministry reiterated the Kingdom’s rejection of the severe violations of international law carried out by Israeli forces.

It called on the international community to assume its responsibilities to end the occupation, stop the escalation and Israeli aggression, and provide civilians with the necessary protection.

The ministry also expressed the Kingdom’s sincere condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Palestine, while wishing the injured a speedy recovery.