RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and US President Joe Biden held a phone call to discuss the military escalation in Gaza and the efforts being made to address the situation, according to a report from the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). During the conversation, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman stressed the urgent need to find ways to halt military operations in Gaza, which have resulted in the loss of innocent lives. He strongly condemned the targeting of civilian populations and infrastructure, as well as the displacement of people, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the region’s stability and security. The Crown Prince also emphasized the necessity of adhering to international humanitarian law, lifting the siege on Gaza, ensuring the provision of essential services, and allowing the entry of medical and humanitarian assistance. Additionally, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called for efforts to restore the peace process, ensuring that Palestinians are granted their rightful legal status and working toward a comprehensive and equitable peace in the region. President Biden expressed his appreciation for the Crown Prince’s efforts to de-escalate the situation in Gaza and prevent further regional expansion of the conflict.
