Call for Immediate Ceasefire:
On Sunday, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan urged an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The call aims to facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid and set the stage for a political solution based on a two-state framework.
Prince Faisal made the statement during a press conference in Cairo alongside Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukri. They discussed cooperation mechanisms and the current situation in Palestine.
Egyptian-Saudi Follow-up
The Egyptian-Saudi Follow-up and Political Consultation Committee, chaired by the two men, met earlier. The meeting involved a review of economic integration efforts and efforts to remove investment obstacles. Egypt’s foreign spokesperson, Ahmed Abu Zaid, stated that intensive consultations are underway. The goal is to develop cooperation mechanisms in political, economic, security, and cultural aspects. Coordination on international and regional issues, particularly the Gaza situation, is a key focus.
Importance of stabilizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Egypt:
Prince Faisal emphasizes the need to stabilize relations between Saudi Arabia and Egypt in light of recent regional events. Collaboration with Egypt is crucial to address the Gaza crisis, and international action is urged for resolution.
He calls on Israel to adhere to international law and condemns collective punishment of the Palestinian people, considering it a violation.Shoukry, Egypt’s Foreign Minister, renews the call for a Gaza ceasefire to facilitate safe humanitarian aid entry.
The meeting discusses various topics, including Red Sea developments, with a plea for respecting international trade laws and navigation freedom. Shoukry expresses surprise and deep concern over countries suspending funding for UNRWA, linking it to potential collective punishment policies in Gaza.
