Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, has condemned Israel’s continued military operations in the West Bank and Gaza, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities. He made these comments during a press conference in Rome on Thursday, held as part of his official visit to Italy.
Echoing recent statements from Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, Prince Faisal said: “We agree with Italy on the importance of quickly stopping the war in Gaza.” He further emphasized that “the two-state solution is the only path to peace in the region,” and highlighted the need to establish a political process in Gaza as the foundation for lasting stability.
Addressing broader geopolitical issues, the Saudi minister also commented on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He affirmed the Kingdom’s support for all efforts aimed at facilitating dialogue and achieving a peaceful resolution. Prince Faisal’s visit to Rome follows Prime Minister Meloni’s official trip to Saudi Arabia eight months ago, during which bilateral agreements worth $10 billion were signed to strengthen trade and economic cooperation between the two nations.
UN Chief Condemns Israeli Attack on Nasser Hospital
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has described the Israeli attack on Nasser Hospital in Gaza as “unconscionable” and warned that any further expansion of military operations in Gaza City would have devastating humanitarian consequences. Guterres expressed deep concern over the worsening conditions in Gaza. “Gaza is full of rubble and bodies,” he said, calling the scale of destruction unprecedented.
The Secretary-General also cautioned against Israel’s reported intention to seize full military control over the territory, describing such a move as extremely dangerous. He criticized the ongoing blockade, stating: “No war has ever seen civilians deliberately starved.” Guterres declared the famine in Gaza a present and undeniable reality, characterizing the situation as a “major catastrophe.”
