Saudi Arabia has launched a new international initiative aimed at securing the establishment of an independent Palestinian state and advancing the stalled two-state solution to resolve the long-standing Israel-Palestine conflict.
The move comes as violence continues to escalate in Gaza, and diplomatic efforts worldwide remain strained.
The initiative, dubbed the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, was unveiled by Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan at a high-level meeting attended by representatives from the Arab League, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and European nations, including Norway. The first meeting of the alliance is set to be held in Riyadh, with subsequent sessions planned for Brussels and other global cities.
“We are committed to working towards a reliable and irreversible plan for achieving just and comprehensive peace,” Prince Faisal stated during his speech. “It is imperative for the international community to come together to reach tangible results, including securing an immediate ceasefire and progressing towards a two-state solution.”
The initiative follows the deadly October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, which left nearly 1,200 people dead and led to Israel launching a wave of retaliatory airstrikes in Gaza. The conflict has pushed the region closer to the brink of war, with hundreds of hostages reportedly taken to Gaza and large-scale humanitarian crises emerging as a result.
Prince Faisal emphasised the urgency of addressing the humanitarian toll of the war. “While self-defence is a legitimate right, it cannot justify mass civilian casualties, forced displacement, or acts of dehumanization,” he said, condemning Israeli military actions, particularly in the Gaza Strip and West Bank. “The Kingdom stands firm in condemning these crimes, especially those committed in the Al-Aqsa Mosque and other key holy sites.”
The Saudi initiative is seen as a strong reaffirmation of the Kingdom’s long-standing support for the Palestinian cause. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reiterated Saudi Arabia’s stance in a recent speech to the Shura Council, making it clear that normalizing ties with Israel is contingent on achieving Palestinian statehood. “The Kingdom will not stop its tireless work towards the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital,” the Crown Prince said. “We affirm that Saudi Arabia will not establish diplomatic relations with Israel without that.”
The launch of the Global Alliance initiative has been welcomed by European diplomats, with the European Union’s foreign affairs chief, Josep Borrell, expressing support for the effort. “We are committed to following up on this initiative, ensuring that Riyadh and Brussels are platforms for progress toward peace,” Borrell said.
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