**Riyadh, September 19, 2024** – Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has reaffirmed his nation’s position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, stating that Saudi Arabia will not normalize relations with Israel until the demand for an independent Palestinian state, with East Jerusalem as its capital, is met.In a recent statement, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman emphasized the kingdom’s commitment to the Palestinian cause, reiterating that Saudi Arabia stands by the Arab Peace Initiative, which calls for a two-state solution. “We will not establish relations with Israel until the demand for an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital is realized,” he declared.This stance comes amidst growing regional pressure and speculation about potential normalization deals between Israel and several Arab states. However, Saudi Arabia has consistently maintained that Palestinian sovereignty remains a non-negotiable prerequisite for any diplomatic relationship with Israel.The Crown Prince’s remarks underscore Saudi Arabia’s firm position on the issue, which has been central to its foreign policy for decades, even as some neighboring countries have moved toward establishing ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords framework.