Saudi Foreign Minister Calls for Immediate End to Israeli Aggression on Gaza

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Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud spoke out against the Israeli occupation forces' aggression on Gaza, urging the international community to put an end to it immediately. He emphasized the importance of taking steps to break the siege and allow relief and humanitarian aid to enter the Palestinian territories. The Saudi minister also condemned the Israeli Prime Minister's statements regarding the "Greater Israel Vision" and called for international support to empower the Palestinian national institutions.

Key Takeaways:

  • Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud called on the international community to end the Israeli occupation forces' aggression on Gaza immediately.
  • He emphasized the importance of taking steps to break the siege and allow relief and humanitarian aid to enter the Palestinian territories.
  • The Saudi minister condemned the Israeli Prime Minister's statements regarding the "Greater Israel Vision" and rejected the imperialist and expansionist projects adopted by the occupation authorities.
  • He called for international support to empower the Palestinian national institutions and condemned the withholding of Palestinian tax revenues by the Israeli occupation authorities.
  • Prince Faisal pointed out that an increasing number of countries are recognizing Palestine, demonstrating the international community's rejection of Israeli violations.
  • The Saudi minister expressed his hopes that the international meeting would yield tangible results and progress towards achieving a just and comprehensive peace.
  • He emphasized the importance of breaking the cycle of violence and preventing its expansion to achieve stability in the region.

Statistics:

  • 21st Extraordinary Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was held in Jedda, Saudi Arabia.
  • The meeting was convened to address the Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people.
  • An increasing number of countries are recognizing Palestine, with the Saudi minister noting that this rejection of Israeli violations is evident among the international community.

Sources:

  • 25 Aug 2025 [Kuwait News Agency]
  • 21st Extraordinary Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)