JEDDAH — The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which groups 57 Islamic nations, joined several organizations and nations in the Arab and Islamic world in strongly condemning Benjamin Netanyahu's unacceptable and irresponsible remarks calling for "the establishment of a Palestinian state on Saudi land." The OIC deemed the remarks as an incitement against Saudi Arabia and an infringement on its sovereignty, national security, and territorial integrity, in flagrant violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. The OIC stressed that these racist remarks are part of the Israeli occupying power's ongoing denial of the historical, political, and legal rights of the authentic Palestinian people in their homeland, representing a desperate Israeli attempt to circumvent the national rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to return, self-determination, and the establishment of their independent state on their soil. The pan Islamic body also renewed its rejection of the plans and attempts to displace the Palestinian people from their land, condemning this action as ethnic cleansing, a crime, and a flagrant violation of international law. The OIC reiterated its call for the international community to intensify efforts to end the illegal Israeli colonial occupation and settlement in Palestinian territories and to ensure the sovereignty of the State of Palestine over the land occupied since 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital. The OIC also acknowledged the unwavering historical positions and tireless efforts of Saudi Arabia in providing all forms of support to the Palestinian people and their just cause, as well as its role in mobilizing international efforts to implement the two-state solution based on relevant United Nations resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. Arab League Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit strongly condemned statements made by Netanyahu regarding the transfer of Palestinians to Saudi Arabia, denouncing the rhetoric as unacceptable and completely detached from reality. Aboul Gheit reaffirmed that the establishment of a Palestinian state will only take place on the land occupied in 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital. GCC Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi strongly condemned the statements made by Israeli occupation against Saudi Arabia and their demand to establish a Palestinian state within Saudi territory. Albudaiwi stated that these dangerous and irresponsible statements underscore the approach of the Israeli occupation forces in their disrespect for international laws, treaties, and the sovereignty of nations. He reiterated the firm and steadfast stance of the Kingdom and the GCC countries in supporting the Palestinian people in obtaining their legitimate rights, highlighting the significant and valuable efforts made by Saudi Arabia and the GCC countries in regional and international forums to advocate for the Palestinian cause. "These efforts focus on the need for a two-state solution, supporting Palestinian sovereignty over all Palestinian territories occupied since June 1967, establishing an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, and ensuring the right of return for refugees, in accordance with the Arab Peace Initiative and international resolutions," Albudaiwi stated. The GCC chief renewed his call for the international community to take a serious and decisive stand against these aggressive Israeli statements, which threaten the security and stability of both the region and the world at large. Arab Parliament Speaker of the Arab Parliament Mohammed Ahmed Al-Yamahi strongly denounced the Israeli statements, warning that such rhetoric fuels regional conflicts and threatens security, stability, and global peace. In a statement, Al Yamahi reaffirmed the Arab Parliament's categorical rejection of these remarks, emphasizing that they constitute a blatant violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and stability, as well as international law and legitimacy resolutions. He stressed that the Kingdom's security is an integral part of Arab national security and that any attempts to undermine it are unacceptable. Al Yamahi expressed the Arab Parliament's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia in preserving its sovereignty, security, and national stability. Pakistan Pakistan has strongly condemned Netanyahu's statement suggesting the establishment of a Palestinian state on Saudi Arabia's territory, describing it as an irresponsible and blatant violation of international law, UN resolutions, and the principles of justice. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan's solidarity with Saudi Arabia, lauding the Kingdom's unwavering support for the Palestinian people and their legitimate rights. "Pakistan stands in solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and commends its steadfast support for the Palestinian people and their just cause. Any attempt to undermine the Kingdom's firm position and distort its commitment to the Palestinian cause is highly regrettable," Dar stated. He emphasized Pakistan's commitment to working closely with Saudi Arabia and the international community to uphold Palestinian rights and seek a just, comprehensive, and lasting resolution to the Palestinian issue. Dar also urged the global community to condemn such provocative statements and hold Israel accountable for its continued attempts to undermine the peace process. Egypt Egypt has strongly condemned Israel's irresponsible and entirely unacceptable statements that incite against Saudi Arabia and call for the establishment of a Palestinian state on the Kingdom's territory. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated its categorical rejection of these reckless remarks that undermine the Kingdom's security and sovereignty. It stressed that the security and sovereignty of Saudi Arabia are a red line that Egypt will not allow to be crossed, emphasizing that the Kingdom's stability and security are integral to the security and stability of Egypt and Arab nations. Egypt further underlined that these Israeli statements against Saudi Arabia constitute an outrageous violation of established diplomatic norms and an infringement on the Kingdom's sovereignty, as well as on the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state on their full national territory in the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem, based on the pre-1967 borders. Egypt also underscored its full support for the Kingdom against these statements, calling on the international community to explicitly condemn them. Jordan The Jordanian government strongly condemned recent Israeli statements opposing the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on its national territory and calls for its creation on Saudi land. The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates described these remarks as inflammatory and a clear violation of international law, relevant United Nations resolutions, and state sovereignty. Jordanian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ambassador Sufian Qudah criticized Israel's continued provocative policies and rhetoric, stressing that such statements reflect an exclusionary and hostile approach that undermines regional stability. He reaffirmed Jordan's categorical rejection of these remarks and called on the international community to condemn them. Qudah also called for an immediate halt to Israeli escalations in the occupied West Bank, pointing out continued incursions, settlement expansion, and land confiscation. UAE The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned Netanyahu's provocative statements regarding the establishment of a Palestinian state within Saudi territory, categorically rejecting them as a flagrant violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. Minister of State Khalifa bin Shaheen Almarar underlined the UAE's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its unwavering stance against any threat to the Kingdom's security, stability, and sovereignty. He emphasized that Saudi Arabia's sovereignty is an inviolable red line that no country should undermine or violate. The UAE reiterated its firm rejection of any attempt to undermine the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people or forcibly displace them, stressing the need to halt settlement activities jeopardizing regional stability and undercutting prospects for peace and coexistence. The minister reiterated UAE calls on the international community, the United Nations, and the Security Council to fulfill their responsibilities and put an end to unlawful practices conflicting with international law. Oman The Sultanate of Oman expressed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and firmly rejected Netanyahu's recent statements regarding the Kingdom's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated its steadfast support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on all its sovereign territory, with East Jerusalem as its capital, based on the 1967 borders. The statement emphasized that this stance aligns with international resolutions and the principles of international law, ensuring lasting stability in the region. Qatar Qatar has strongly condemned Netanyahu's provocative statements against Saudi Arabia. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed the State of Qatar's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and called on the international community to decisively confront Israeli provocations. The ministry also reiterated Qatar's firm position on the Palestinian cause and the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including the establishment of their independent state on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Bahrain Bahrain strongly condemned the irresponsible Israeli statements, deeming them a flagrant violation of international law and the UN Charter. The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed Bahrain's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for its security, stability, and sovereignty. It also emphasized that a just and comprehensive peace in the Middle East depends on safeguarding the rights of the Palestinian people, preventing their displacement, and establishing an independent Palestinian state with full sovereignty. Kuwait The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned and rejected Netanyahu's statements against Saudi Arabia, expressing support for Saudi Arabia in safeguarding its stability and sovereignty. The Kuwaiti foreign ministry reiterated its rejection of any attempts to displace the Palestinian people. It commended Saudi Arabia and other nations for their efforts in securing the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including the establishment of an independent state on the June 4, 1967, borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Iraq Iraq strongly condemned the provocative statements made by Netanyahu against Saudi Arabia. The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs unequivocally rejected the remarks as a blatant violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty, an assault on the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, and a breach of international law and the UN Charter. Iraq expressed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing its security and territorial integrity. It stressed its firm support for the security and stability of nations and its refusal to undermine the national sovereignty of any state.
