Synopsis
Tunisian President Kais Saied reaffirmed his nation's dedication to Palestinian rights and statehood during discussions with Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit. Saied condemned Israeli attempts to undermine Palestinian independence and emphasized the need for Arab unity amid evolving global dynamics.Key Takeaways
- Tunisian support for Palestinian statehood is unwavering.
- East Jerusalem should be the capital of Palestine.
- International law and moral principles back Palestinian rights.
- Arab collaboration is vital amid global changes.
- Netanyahu opposes Palestinian statehood, citing security concerns.
Tunis, April 16 (NationPress) Tunisian President Kais Saied reiterated his nation's steadfast commitment to the Palestinian cause and the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state with East Jerusalem designated as its capital.
During a meeting on Tuesday with Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit in Tunis, Saied emphasized that Palestinian rights are supported not only by international law but also by ethical and spiritual values, as stated by the Tunisian Presidency.
Saied vehemently denounced Israel for attempting to undermine the Palestinian people and their aspirations for independence. He stated that despite these challenges, Palestinians remain resolute in their quest to protect their land and freedom, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
The discussions also addressed wider collaborative Arab initiatives aimed at enhancing the region's influence during what Saied described as rapid and unprecedented global changes. He highlighted the necessity for the Arab world to assume a more proactive stance as the current international landscape evolves.
According to the statement, Aboul Gheit expressed his support for Saied's perspective and affirmed his attendance at the upcoming Arab League summit in Baghdad, set for May.
In a related development, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday of his opposition to the formation of a Palestinian state, reiterating his longstanding stance despite growing international backing for a two-state solution.
In their phone conversation, Netanyahu conveyed his strong opposition to Palestinian statehood, labeling it as a major reward for terrorism, according to a statement from his office.
He cautioned that a Palestinian state established mere minutes from Israeli cities would evolve into a stronghold of Iranian terrorism and noted that an overwhelming majority of the Israeli public is firmly against it.
