Israel-Hamas conflict: Saudi Arabia calls for ‘two-state solution’ as attacks escalate

Amid the rising tensions between Israel and Palestine-based Hamas militants, Saudi Arabia appealed for an immediate halt of war, calling upon the international community to “activate a credible peace process” leading to a two-state solution.

Hundreds of Hamas militants broke from blockaded Gaza Strip and entered Israeli towns on Saturday killing around 300 people and injuring over 1,500 others in an unprecedented surprise attack.

In retaliation, Israeli forces launched airstrikes on the Gaza Strip along with flattening buildings hosting Hamas offices and fighters. The strikes continued for over 24 hours.

Saudi Arabia said it was closely following the developments of the unprecedented situation “between a number of Palestinian factions and the Israeli occupation forces”.

Calling for an immediate halt to the escalation between the two sides, Saudi Arabia urged for the protection of civilians and maintaining restraint.

India, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Turkey and Ukraine are among the countries who have extended their support to Israel.