Summary In a statement, the Saudi Foreign Ministry said Netanyahu’s presence in Syrian territory constituted a blatant violation of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity
RIYADH (Dunya News) - Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s entry into Syria and his visit to Syrian territory under Israeli occupation.
In a statement, the Saudi Foreign Ministry said Netanyahu’s presence in Syrian territory constituted a blatant violation of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The ministry described the Israeli move as a clear breach of international law, stressing that actions that undermine the sovereignty of states and their territorial integrity are unacceptable.
Saudi Arabia reiterated its support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, calling for respect for international law and the principles governing relations between states.
The statement followed a visit by Netanyahu to an Israeli-occupied area of Syria on September 9.
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The Israeli prime minister was accompanied by Defence Minister Israel Katz during the visit.
The visit has drawn condemnation from Saudi Arabia amid continuing tensions over Israel’s military presence in parts of Syrian territory.
Riyadh has repeatedly stressed the importance of respecting Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and called for an end to actions that could further destabilise the region.
The Saudi statement underscores growing regional concern over developments in Syria and Israel’s military activities there, particularly amid broader tensions across the Middle East.
