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Saudi Arabia–Palestine relations

Saudi Arabia has consistently supported the Palestinian cause, providing political and financial backing and advocating a two-state solution.

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Overview

Saudi Arabia has consistently supported the Palestinian cause and has provided political and financial support to Palestinian institutions. The Kingdom advocates a two-state solution based on the 1967 borders.

Political position

Saudi Arabia endorsed the Arab Peace Initiative, proposed in 2002, which offered normalisation of relations with Israel in exchange for a full withdrawal from occupied territories and a Palestinian state.

Financial support

Saudi Arabia has been a major donor to Palestinian institutions and to United Nations relief programmes, funding education, health and humanitarian services.

Regional diplomacy

Saudi Arabia has participated in Arab and international efforts to advance a political settlement, and has hosted Palestinian figures in Riyadh.

Pilgrimage

Palestinian pilgrims travel to Makkah and Madinah for the Hajj and Umrah, and Saudi Arabia has facilitated their access.

References

  1. Arab Peace Initiative \u2014 League of Arab States (accessed 5 October 2026)
  2. Palestine \u2014 United Nations (accessed 5 October 2026)

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