Saudi Arabia says no recognition of Israel without Palestinian state
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has said that his country will not recognize Israel or establish diplomatic relations with it without a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The Saudi leader made the remarks at an annual speech to the advisory Shura Council, which he gave on behalf of his father King Salman.
He also strongly condemned what he called the “crimes of the Israeli occupation” against the Palestinian people.
As well, he stressed that the Palestinian cause remains a top priority for Saudi Arabia.
Bin Salman expressed gratitude to the nations that have recognized the Palestinian state.
He noted that Saudi Arabia aims to enhance regional and international security through diplomatic solutions.