Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met at NEOM Palace to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss regional issues, including the importance of supporting Palestine and regional stability.

They emphasized the need to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, release hostages and detainees, and prevent the displacement of Palestinians or reimposition of Israeli military control.

The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to regional stability, territorial integrity, and supporting countries amidst the rapidly changing Middle Eastern landscape, emphasizing ongoing coordination and consultation.

These discussions took place amid rising tensions, with Israel’s far-right factions calling for West Bank annexation and Western countries considering recognizing a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly.

At least 10 countries, including France, Canada, and Australia, plan to recognize Palestine later this month, following a Saudi-French-led conference in July advocating for a two-state solution.

The meeting also addressed the US visa ban on Palestinian Authority passport holders, which could impact Palestinian officials attending the UN session scheduled for September 22.

Senior officials discussed issues such as Israeli settlement expansion, settler violence, and the withholding of Palestinian tax revenues.

The brief meeting was celebrated online as a symbol of enduring Arab unity and stability, highlighting the strategic bond between Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

The Crown Prince sent regards to President Abbas and stressed the importance of international recognition for Palestine and support for the upcoming peace conference in New York.

He condemned measures undermining the two-state solution, reaffirming Saudi Arabia's firm stance on the conflict.

Discussions aimed to align policies in response to regional and global shifts, focusing on peace initiatives like the two-state solution and countering Israeli escalation.

Saudi diplomatic efforts include co-hosting conferences with France to promote the two-state solution and leading initiatives to oppose Israeli actions and support peace in Gaza.

Images and videos from the visit, including the warm welcome for Sisi and the Crown Prince personally driving him, showcased the deep strategic relationship between the two nations.