Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi discussed the ongoing Gaza military escalation in first phone call on Wednesday. During the conversation, the Crown Prince underscored the Kingdom"s commitment to deploying maximum efforts in engaging with both international and regional stakeholders to bring an end to the escalating crisis. He explicitly voiced Saudi Arabia"s strong opposition to any targeting of civilians and the tragic loss of innocent lives. Emphasizing the imperative adherence to the principles of international humanitarian law, the Crown Prince expressed deep concern for the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza and its severe impact on the civilian population. In addition to addressing the immediate crisis, the Crown Prince reiterated the Kingdom"s unwavering stance in standing up for the Palestinian Cause. He affirmed Saudi Arabia"s continued support for initiatives aimed at achieving a comprehensive and equitable peace, ensuring the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.