Palestinian vice president pledges support to Saudi FM in call
Hussein Al-Sheikh expressed Palestine's backing for Saudi Arabia's security measures during a phone conversation with Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
At a glance
- Palestinian Vice President Hussein Al-Sheikh called Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Thursday
- Al-Sheikh pledged Palestinian support for Saudi security measures
- Officials discussed Palestinian statehood efforts and East Jerusalem's status
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke by phone on Thursday with Palestinian Vice President Hussein Al-Sheikh. The two officials discussed regional developments and Palestinian affairs.
Al-Sheikh condemned any aggression against Saudi Arabia and pledged Palestinian support for measures to preserve the Kingdom's security and territorial integrity. Both officials also addressed developments in Palestinian territories and efforts to secure Palestinian rights, including establishment of an independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Why it matters
The call reflects ongoing diplomatic engagement between Saudi Arabia and Palestinian leadership on regional security and Palestinian political objectives.
Original reporting
- Saudi Gazette — LatestPalestinian vice president pledges support in call with Saudi FM
- Saudi GazettePalestinian vice president pledges support in call with Saudi FM
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