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Saudi Prince Condemns Israel's Actions as 'Genocide'

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide, prompting calls for an immediate ceasefire and increased sanctions during an Arab League summit.

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What was the main outcome or demand from the Arab League summit in Riyadh?: The summit, attended by leaders from various countries, including Palestine, Turkey, Pakistan, and Nigeria, demanded an immediate ceasefire and harsher sanctions against Israel. Participants strongly criticized Israel's attacks in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran.
What are the reported casualties in Gaza since the beginning of the conflict?: Over 43,400 people, mostly women and children, have been killed in Gaza since Israel's military campaign began, according to Hamas-run health ministry. The conflict escalated after Hamas militants attacked southern Israel on October 7th, taking hostages and killing many.
How has Saudi Arabia's position on Israel shifted since the start of the conflict?: The Saudi government's stance against Israel has hardened since the conflict began on October 7th, 2023. Riyadh's refusal to normalize relations with Israel without the establishment of a Palestinian state has created a setback in efforts by the Biden administration to broker a deal.
What were the reactions of other prominent leaders at the summit regarding the conflict?: Leaders such as Mahmoud Abbas (Palestine) demanded stern sanctions on Israel, while Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Turkey) warned Israel against annihilating Palestinians. Egypt's president, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, described Israel's actions as the systematic murder of civilians.
What significant statement did Saudi Arabia's crown prince make regarding the conflict in Gaza?: Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's crown prince, condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocide," marking the first such statement from the kingdom's de facto ruler since the war began. This condemnation came during an Arab League summit in Riyadh.

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