Arab nations issued a sharp rebuke of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's suggestion to establish a Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia, calling the proposal a direct challenge to sovereignty and international law.
Regional Outcry Over 'Provocative' Plan
The Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemned the idea as 'racist and anti-peace,' accusing Israel of undermining Saudi Arabia's sovereignty. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) echoed these sentiments, labeling Netanyahu's remarks 'unacceptable' and a breach of the UN Charter. UAE Minister of State Khalifa Bin Shaheen Almarar reaffirmed solidarity with Saudi Arabia, stating his nation's commitment to its security and stability.
Netanyahu's Controversial Remarks
During an interview with Israel's Channel 14, Netanyahu proposed that Saudi Arabia could host a Palestinian state due to its 'plenty of land.' Hussein al-Sheikh of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) countered, asserting that a Palestinian state must exist 'on the land of Palestine,' signaling a refusal to compromise territorial claims.
Global Implications
The lack of an immediate response from Saudi Arabia leaves questions about the proposal's diplomatic trajectory. However, regional leaders urged the international community to condemn the plan, framing it as a destabilizing move in a tense geopolitical landscape.
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