Al-Jubeir: The Jerusalem Summit confirms Arab desire to reaffirm Palestinian cause's importance 2 Dhahran

  • 2/5/2023
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On the designation of the current Summit as the "Jerusalem Summit," the Foreign Minister affirmed that the Palestinian issue is a central issue, the longest conflict in the region. "There is a desire to highlight the issue on the agenda of the Arab League and in the mind of the Arab and Islamic world, and in light of the conflicts and crises witnessed by the Arab world, we must not forget that it is the fundamental issue. Therefore, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques named this summit the "Jerusalem Summit," stressing that the Kingdom's position is permanent and firm on the Palestinian issue and support for the peace process, citing the Arab peace initiative announced in 2002, in addition to OIC's hosting of the peace summit. He spoke of America's decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. "We have declared our clear position to the United States that East Jerusalem is the capital of the State of Palestine and that no decision should be taken that violates this balance in this region and that the decision taken by the United States has negative effects, and witnessed condemnation and condemnation from various international parties. As for the impact of the US position on relations with the Kingdom, Al-Jubeir said, "We have maintained close relations with the United States of America and we are moving forward in this context. We have a strategic relationship and are stronger now. As friends, we continue dialogue and understanding on matters that we disagree with. He Pointed out that the relationship is currently strong with the administration of US President Donald Trump and this administration has also been positive in seeking help and reach a dialogue on this matter. For his part, the Secretary General of the League of Arab States highlighted rejection of the American declaration of recognition that Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. --More 01:38 LOCAL TIME 22:38 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w668908

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