state solution", Prince Saud added. In this regard, Prince Saud pointed out the position of Germany and the European Union which emphasizes the illegality of Israeli settlement policy and considers such policy as a major obstacle to the resumption of peace process. "We are looking forward to the practical steps translating such position into the interest of the peace, taking into account that freezing settlements is a main commitment to the peace process and not a Palestinian condition to resume negotiations, as Israel is trying to promote. We see the European position supporting the Palestinian right in Al-Quds city as an important step in the context of dealing with the legitimate Palestinian rights and focusing on the core issues of the conflict. This was affirmed by the Arab peace initiative", Prince Saud said. "We also discussed the Iranian nuclear crisis in light of the efforts exerted by the G5+1 of which Germany is a member. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia welcomes the efforts exerted by the group to resolve the crisis through dialogue and peaceful means. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is looking forward to Iran"s response to these efforts, as they ensure the right of Iran and the states in the region to the peaceful use of nuclear energy in accordance with the procedures and standards of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and related international agreements. Iran cooperation would remove regional and international doubts and concerns over its nuclear program", Prince Saud added. --More
