Cairo: Secretary General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit strongly condemned statements made by the Israeli occupation's prime minister regarding the transfer of Palestinians to Saudi Arabia, denouncing the rhetoric as unacceptable and completely detached from reality. Secretary General 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.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Aboul Gheit's response highlights the ongoing tensions and complexities in the Middle East peace process. The Arab League, representing numerous Arab countries, maintains its position on the creation of a Palestinian state within the 1967 borders, emphasizing East Jerusalem as the rightful capital. This statement underscores the league's consistent support for Palestinian sovereignty and its rejection of proposals perceived as undermining Palestinian rights.
The comments from the Israeli prime minister have sparked criticism and diplomatic pushback, illustrating the fragile nature of regional relations. Aboul Gheit's condemnation is a reflection of the broader Arab world's stance against proposals that they believe compromise the viability of a two-state solution. The Arab League continues to advocate for diplomatic solutions that uphold international law and previous agreements regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.