Saudi Arabia’s Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Jordan’s Ayman Safadi discuss Gaza war with Irish FM

The Saudi foreign minister and his Jordanian counterpart discussed Israel’s assault on Gaza, escalating tension on the Israeli-Lebanese border and the humanitarian crisis in the region with the Irish foreign minister on Monday.

Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke to Michael Martin by phone, and also discussed relations between the Kingdom and Ireland.

Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and Martin also discussed efforts to halt the Gaza conflict and the humanitarian crisis, Jordan Press Agency reported.

During their phone call, Safadi emphasized the urgent need to intensify efforts to stop Israeli breaches of international law, stressing the importance of protecting civilians, and ensuring the delivery of aid to Gaza.

He also warned against illegal Israeli measures targeting the Palestinian population and the Palestinian National Authority in the occupied West Bank, describing these as “a flagrant violation of international law and a dangerous escalation.”

Safadi expressed appreciation for Ireland’s call to end the aggression against Gaza, and for recognition of a Palestinian state, and support for the Palestinian people’s right to freedom and statehood based on a two-state solution in accordance with international law.

In response, Martin praised Jordan’s role in promoting regional security, stability, and peace, as well as its efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.