Riyadh: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have jointly called for the establishment of a ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the need to end the occupation and reinstate the Palestinian Authority's responsibilities. Their ultimate goal is the creation of an independent Palestinian state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, in alignment with international law and the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, during Erdogan's visit to Saudi Arabia, both leaders voiced their concerns about the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. They condemned the ongoing Israeli aggression and the hindrances to humanitarian aid and border crossings, urging an immediate ceasefire.
The leaders highlighted the urgent need to intensify relief efforts in Gaza, ensuring the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid throughout the region. They called on the international community to apply pressure on Israeli authorities to protect civilians and comply with international humanitarian law.
Additionally, both parties underscored the significant role of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in supporting the Palestinian cause. They praised the efforts of the Arab-Islamic Contact Group on Gaza and expressed their support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in its mission to provide essential services. They also condemned the destruction of UNRWA buildings in occupied Jerusalem and urged the international community to address these violations.
