Saudi Arabia Leads Global Efforts For Just Peace In Palestine Through Two-State Solution

The Palestinian issue has been a complex conflict since the early 20th century, significantly affecting the Middle East's future. The United Nations General Assembly's Resolution No. 181 proposed partitioning Palestine into Arab and Jewish states, with Jerusalem internationalized. Despite support from 33 countries, it faced opposition from 13, while 10 abstained. This resolution failed, leading to wars that expanded Israel's control over Palestinian territories.

Saudi Arabia has consistently prioritized the Palestinian cause in its foreign policy. Under King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud, the Kingdom participated in the 1939 London conference on Palestine and supported Arab forces in the 1948 war. This commitment continued under subsequent Saudi kings, each contributing to the cause through various initiatives and support.

King Saud bin Abdulaziz visited Palestine in 1935, providing political and moral support. He assisted affected families by offering opportunities for work and residency in Saudi Arabia. King Faisal bin Abdulaziz elevated the issue within an Islamic framework, advocating for the first Islamic summit in Rabat in 1969 after the Al-Aqsa Mosque fire.

King Khalid bin Abdulaziz sought Arab and Islamic unity for a just settlement. King Fahd bin Abdulaziz introduced a peace initiative in 1981, evolving into the Arab peace plan at the Fez Summit in 1982. This established a framework for settlement based on international legitimacy.

In recent years, Saudi Arabia's efforts have intensified across multiple international platforms. In April and May of 2025, Saudi Arabia partnered with France to co-chair preparatory meetings for a high-level conference on Palestine at UN headquarters. Specialized working groups focused on security, borders, economy, refugees, and humanitarian support.

A joint statement issued by Saudi-French presidency representatives from 19 countries expressed concern over escalating situations and called for calm adherence to international law. The conference adopted a final document emphasizing a just resolution based on a two-state solution.

International Recognition and Support

The Kingdom welcomed the UN General Assembly's resolution granting Palestine eligibility for full membership in the international organization. It appreciated European countries' decisions to recognize Palestine, strengthening global efforts for an independent state.

The inaugural meeting of the global alliance emphasized halting Israeli escalations and activating accountability mechanisms. It pursued steps leading to establishing a Palestinian state while ensuring economic and humanitarian support initiatives were launched.

Saudi Arabia's Continued Commitment

The Kingdom remains committed to supporting Palestinians' right to an independent state along pre-1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. This stance is reaffirmed in various international forums like the UN Security Council and General Assembly.

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman emphasized that Saudi efforts led to increased recognition of Palestine globally during his address at the Shura Council session opening. The Arab Peace Initiative launched by Saudi Arabia has become an internationally recognized framework for achieving this goal.

The New York Declaration adoption by the UN General Assembly marked a significant milestone in supporting a two-state solution with backing from 142 countries. Saudi Arabia views this as reinforcing international consensus on Palestine’s right to establish its state within pre-1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital.

The Kingdom calls upon all peace-loving nations to join this global alliance dedicated to securing just peace in the Middle East while reaffirming its historical commitment towards Palestinians politically and humanitarily.

With inputs from SPA