International Relations

'Dhaka Tribune' has published the perspective article of Partha S. Ghosh, Senior Fellow of New Delhi-based Institute of Social Sciences. This article says that if BJP wins in West Bengal, the political challenges for Sheikh Hasina will increase manifold.

This article states that Narendra Modi's 'Hindutva' and Sheikh Hasina's 'secularism' are fundamentally opposite.

According to the article, BJP's star campaigner PM Narendra Modi for the West Bengal assembly elections starting 27 March 2021 is talking of Hindu-Muslim division, which has never been seen before in the politics of West Bengal.

It reads, "Hindutva took an entry into Bengal politics after the Modi-led BJP came to power in 2014. Recently, BJP registered a strong presence in Bengal politics and won 18 of the 42 seats in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.''

This article states that India's neighboring country Bangladesh will have to think about the voting of the eight phases of West Bengal and then the results of May 2, 2021.

Partha S. Ghosh recalls in the article that Bengal remained a symbol of peace when other parts of India were reeling from Hindu-Muslim riots after Partition.

He writes, "There are clearly opportunities for Sheikh Hasina and Narendra Modi, but if we go in depth, serious contradictions emerge. Bangladesh is happy with India because it is benefiting financially. Its exports with India have registered 300% growth. India is also happy because Bangladesh is preventing the northeast militants from using their land but beyond these points of confluence there is a vast and dangerous sea.''

"If BJP gains power in West Bengal, the political challenges for Hasina will increase manifold." The good things of the joint statement of Hasina-Modi will be of little importance.''

"Relationships can deteriorate because neither Narendra Modi nor Amit Shah understand the regional mindset of South Asia." For him, foreign policy is domestic politics in a way. We all know how domestic politics is.

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi arrived in Dhaka on Friday, 26 March 2021 on a two-day visit to Bangladesh.

At the same time, protests against his visit took place in Chittagong, Bangladesh, during which at least four people have died in violent clashes with the police.

According to BBC Bangla, a policeman has confirmed that the four injured were taken to the hospital following which they died in the hospital.

There were also demonstrations in Dhaka

Earlier, on Friday, March 26, 2021, there were protests in Baitul Mukarram area of ​​Bangladesh's capital Dhaka after Friday prayers against Prime Minister Modi's visit.

During this, there was a clash between police and protesters in which many journalists were also injured.

According to Bangladesh media reports, a protest march came out of the Hathazari madrasa after the Jumah prayers in Chittagong, which was followed by violent clashes.

Many people were injured in these clashes with the police.

A Chittagong Medical College official told the BBC Bangla service on condition of anonymity that at least four injured people brought to the hospital have died.

Mufibur Rahman Hamidi, leader of the Hifazat-e-Islam organization, has confirmed that some of his protesters have died.

He claims that the police opened fire on the protesters. However, this has not been independently confirmed.

Stone pelt at the police station

Quoting policemen, Dhaka newspapers reported that some people pelted stones at the Hathazari police station during the demonstrations.

Police fired in the air to flee violent protesters, injuring several people.

In the last few days, many Muslim leaders and leftist organizations have been holding rallies in protest against the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He claims that 'Sheikh Mujibur Rahman struggled for a secular nation while Modi is communal'.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Dhaka on Friday, 26 March 2021 at the invitation of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

He has come here to participate in a program organized to mark the 50 years of Bangladesh's independence and the birth centenary of founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan stated that 'President Joe Biden discussed the challenges posed by China with leaders of India, Japan and Australia' at the first meeting of the Quad countries.

Jake told the press that this virtual meeting was not focused on China, but it also discussed the East and South China Sea.

In the eyes of the United States, this group named Quod has been created to counter China's growing military and economic power in the Indo-Pacific region. At the same time, increasing mutual cooperation will be the main objective of this group.

It has been reported that in the first meeting held on Friday, March 12, 2021, the leaders of America, Japan, India and Australia talked about working together against COVID-19. At the same time environmental and safety issues were also made part of the dialogue.

After the first meeting, these so-called Quad countries said in a joint statement, "We are trying to create an area that is independent, open, inclusive, healthy, democratic, and which is" forcefully " Do not be impressed.''

It has been reported that there has been talk of forming a partnership related to the COVID vaccine in the four countries, which will aim to speed up the delivery of the COVID vaccine, so that the corona epidemic can be brought under control as soon as possible. It has been claimed that this partnership will help the countries in the Indo-Pacific region.

The White House has said that the US will fund Indian pharmaceutical manufacturer Biological E Ltd to produce at least one billion doses of the COVID vaccine by the end of 2022, to increase its capacity.

Apart from this, Japan is also talking about giving concessional loans to India, so that India can make and export as many vaccines as possible.

The statement also said that the Quad countries have formed a working group to deal with climate-related issues, so that the Paris Climate Agreement can be vigorously complied with. In due course, the group will also issue a statement about diversification of technology, telecom and equipment suppliers between these countries.

China has said that 'exchanges and mutual cooperation between countries should be to improve mutual understanding and trust, not to harm a third party and its interests'.

The statement came from China on Friday, March 12, 2021, hours before the first meeting of the 'Quad Group' between India, the US, Australia and Japan.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Chao Lijian said in response to a question related to the quad-meeting, "We hope that these countries will take care of openness and inclusiveness, so that all is well." Apart from this, they will avoid creating any 'exclusive block' and will do the same works which are compatible with regional peace and stability. ''

The first meeting of the Quad Group was very closely covered in China. China's official media has written several reports on this, widely describing it as 'an effort led by the US to stop China from joining together'.

At the same time, some Chinese experts have advised to spend less energy on this meeting and said that 'there is no need to take a quad meeting more seriously'.

Colonel Chow Bo, a former senior People's Liberation Army who is also a noted commentator on strategic affairs in China, said in a conversation with the government broadcaster 'China Global TV Network' that "China should not take it too seriously."

He said, "I can give you my comment on the quad in one sentence." None of these four countries would want to sacrifice their own interests (in relation to China) for the interests of the other three countries.''

He said this while citing the existing trade relations with China of the four countries.

He said, "If you ask the four countries involved in the quad," Are you against China "or" are you an anti-China club ", they flatly deny it. In such a situation, my conclusion is that the quad is definitely established because of China, but they cannot say that it is against China. If it is seen as a military alliance, India will categorically deny it completely.''

"Quod is still evolving and taking shape." But at present it is not decided which path it will go, military or economic.''

However, a high-level meeting is scheduled to take place between China and the US on 18 March 2021, in which representatives of the foreign ministries of the two governments will talk among themselves. The Chinese Foreign Ministry has called it a 'high-level strategic dialogue'.

China has said that it wants to negotiate with the Biden administration afresh, but it has laid the blame for the strained relations of the last four years on the US itself.

At the same time, the Biden administration has indicated in its statements so far that it can continue some policies of the previous administration with respect to China.

According to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Chao Lijian, China's position on the US-China relationship is quite clear.

He said, "We want America to see its relations with China in a purposeful and rational manner." Overcome the Cold War situation and learn to respect China's sovereignty, security and development interests. At the same time, it should stop interfering in China's internal affairs.''

Chinese government media Global Times has released video footage of a clash between the Indian Army and the Chinese Army in the Galvan Valley in June 2020.

Twenty soldiers of India were killed in this clash. Earlier, on Thursday, 18 February 2021, China admitted that four of its soldiers were killed in the clash.

The video released by China has the scene of giving salute to these four soldiers. The video also depicts clashes between soldiers from India and China. In the video, military officials from both sides are also seen talking.

In the video released by China, pointing towards India, "Since April, the foreign army concerned was violating the old agreements." They crossed the border to build bridges and roads and carried out reconnaissance expeditions. ''

The video said, "Foreign forces made unilateral efforts to change the status quo, resulting in increased tension on the border." A video released from China shows soldiers from India and China fighting each other in the dark of night. It also shows Chinese soldiers handling an injured Chinese soldier. The released video also shows the Chinese army saluting the slain soldiers.

Earlier, the Global Times reported to the Chinese Army's official newspaper, PLA Daily, that China first gave details of their names and details to pay tribute to the soldiers who had offered sacrifices in defense of their sovereignty.

The PLA Daily wrote in its report on Friday, 19 February 2021, that the Central Military Commission of China has identified and awarded titles to five Chinese officers and soldiers in the Karakoram Mountains.

For the first time in the report, the Chinese Army has given a detailed account of the Galvan conflict and how the Indian Army sent a large number of soldiers there who were hiding and forcing the Chinese army to retreat?

The report also describes how Chinese soldiers protected their country's sovereignty amidst attacks by steel poles, pointed poles and stones?

The government of Turkish President Richap Tayyip Ardoan, who has made a strong commentary on Israel at the international level and talked about the rights of the Palestinians, has announced a sudden resumption of diplomatic relations with Israel, which has almost ended two years.

Turkey appointed its ambassador to Israel on 15 December 2020. In 2018, Turkey withdrew its ambassador from Tel Aviv in protest against Israel's violent actions against Palestinian protesters in Gaza.

These demonstrations were against US President Donald Trump's decision to send the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.

Turkish leader Ardoan has called Israel a 'murderer and murderer of children', but now he is sending his ambassador to Israel. To understand the meaning of this decision, it is necessary to understand the recent developments and the long historical relationship between Israel and Turkey.

Turkey's decision to deploy its ambassador came on 15 December 2020 when on 14 December 2020, the US imposed trade sanctions on Turkey.

After purchasing the S-400 missile defense system from Russia, the US halted several plans, including selling its F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey in early 2020, and Turkey's aviator training program.

Despite US pressure, Turkey refused to back down the purchase of the Russian missile system. Now on the go, the Trump administration has imposed new restrictions on Turkey.

It is worth noting that Turkey is also an important member of NATO, the defense alliance of America and Europe.

New factionalism and 'geo-strategic' changes are taking place in the Middle East at a time when the entire world is historically battling the Corona virus epidemic.

Economic difficulties are increasing in countries all over the world and Arab countries have a difficult time as their dependence on oil has decreased due to which their economic burden has increased.

Arab countries are discovering their new economic prospects by reviewing their traditional policies due to economic stability.

At the same time, political change is also coming in America and the administration of the new President Joe Biden is going to take over from 20 January 2021.

Fluctuations in Turkey and Israel relations

Palestine has always remained a focal point in relations between Turkey and Israel. Three times in the past, Turkey has tried to bring down or end its diplomatic relations with Israel and each time Palestine has been at its center.

Turkey first cut its diplomatic ties in 1956, when Israel was attacked in the Sinai Desert after the support of Britain and France on the Suez Canal issue.

This was followed by a secret meeting between the then Israeli Prime Minister David Ben Gorian and Turkish Chief Adnan Menderes in 1958 and the two countries agreed to establish defense and intelligence cooperation.

When Israel captured East Jerusalem in 1980, Turkey again reduced its diplomatic relations with it. During this period diplomatic relations between the two countries remained cold but relations between the two countries were restored after the Oslo peace deal in the 90s.

During this time, the relationship between the two countries, which was also called the 'marriage of coercion', continued without any confusion and during this time there were many agreements of cooperation in mutual trade and defense.

In January 2000, Israel entered into an agreement to buy water from Turkey, but the agreement did not last long. This was followed by several defense agreements between the two countries, including giving drones and surveillance equipment to Turkey.

The main reason for the formation of relations in the defense sector - Turkey's defense needs and finding buyers to sell their goods to Israel.

In Turkey in November 2002, relations between the two countries began a new turning point when Rechap Tayyip Ardoan's right-wing Justice and Development Party (AKP) came to power. In 2005, Ardoan also visited Israel and offered a visit to Turkey to then Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert.

The situation took another turn in December 2008, and three days after Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Perez visited Ankara, Israel started climbing in Gaza under the name 'Operation Cast Led'.

Ardoan, who had sympathy with Hamas, was severely shocked by this action by Israel and called it 'clearly deceived'.

In 2010, the Mavi Marmara incident occurred during the siege of the Israeli army in Gaza. Mavi Marmara was carrying humanitarian aid from a Turkish human rights organization, which was attacked by the Israeli army. 10 Ottoman civilians were killed in this incident.

After this incident, the relationship between the two countries ended.

American try

The US continued efforts to reduce tensions and restore diplomatic relations between its two friendly countries in the region.

For this, Ardoan put forward three conditions, including conditions such as apologizing for the attack on Mavi Marmara, compensation for the casualties and ending the siege of Gaza.

The biggest condition for Israel was to apologize, and Israel was also demanding Turkey to expel some Hamas leaders from the country.

As part of US efforts, in 2013, then President Barack Obama held a phone conversation between Ardoan and Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. During a telephone conversation, Netanyahu agreed to apologize and pay compensation for the casualties.

Despite this, frequent incidents in the region led to a delay in normalizing relations between the two countries and finally in 2016, diplomatic relations could be restored between the two countries.

The US has banned its NATO ally Turkey for the deployment of missile defense systems built in Russia. Turkey acquired this missile defense system from Russia in 2019 itself.

The US says that Russia's ground-to-air missile system S-400 does not meet NATO's technical parameters in any way. The S-400 is a threat to the Euro-Atlantic alliance.

The US State Department announced these restrictions on 14 December 2020, which would affect Turkey's arms purchases.

These sanctions have been criticized by Russia and Turkey immediately after the announcement of US sanctions.

The US has already dropped Turkey out of the F-35 fighter jet program on the issue of procurement of missile systems made in Russia.

What does America object to?

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo issued a statement saying, "The United States has made it clear to Turkey on several occasions that the purchase of the S-400 system would put American military technology and the military at risk." This will provide a large amount of money to Russia's defense industry and increase Russia's access to the Turkish armed forces and its defense industry.''

Mike Pompio continued, "Despite this, Turkey decided to move ahead with the purchase and testing of the S-400 system when there were alternatives." This would have also served Turkey's defense needs.''

He said, "I appeal to Turkey to resolve the S-400 issue with the US and resolve it immediately." Turkey is an important regional security partner for the United States. Turkey should remove the bottleneck of the S-400 system as soon as possible and continue our decades-old defense cooperation.''

Ismail Demir and three other employees of the Directorate of Defense Industries have come under the US ban on Turkey. Under this ban, export licenses issued from the US have been banned, as well as Turkish assets in US juridiction have been frozen.

What does Turkey say?

On the other hand, Turkey's Foreign Ministry has "appealed to the US to reconsider its partisan decision".

Turkey has also said that it is ready to find a solution to this issue by way of diplomatic dialogue in accordance with the spirit of the alliance.

The statement issued by the Turkish Foreign Ministry also said that "the US embargo will have a negative impact on our relations" and Turkey will avenge it in time.

Turkey says the US refused to sell it the Patriot missile, after which it bought the S-400 system from Russia.

Turkish officials also say that NATO's other partner, Greece, has its own S-300 system, although it has not bought it directly from Russia.

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has criticized the US ban, saying that it reflects "a hostile attitude towards international law".

Sergei Lavrov said that the United States has been taking such unilateral and illegal repressive actions.

How important is turkey?

Turkey has the second largest army in NATO, a military alliance of thirty countries.

He is an important partner of the US and has strategic importance due to the border with Syria, Iraq and Iran.

Turkey has also played an important role in the Syrian conflict. It has provided military and weapons support to some of Syria's rebel groups.

However, Turkey's relations with NATO and some EU member states have deteriorated in recent times. These countries allege that Turkish President Rechep Tayyip Ardoan is acting in an arbitrary manner following the failed coup of 2016.

How does the S-400 work?

A radar capable of long range surveillance monitors the objects and sends its information to the command vehicle where the potential target is assessed.

After the target is identified, the command vehicle commands a missile launch.

The data attached to it is sent to the launch vehicle and from there the ground-to-air missile is fired.

The radar helps the missile reach its target.

In an interview to Iran's state media, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that Russia stands with Iran in the case of killing of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsin Fakhrizadeh.

He said that Russia agreed that he was murdered for the purpose of creating unrest in the region.

Sergei Lavrov described Iran and Russia as "two important countries" playing an important role in the "New World Order of the World".

Iran's state-run TV network One (IRTV1) has translated Lavrov's words of Russian into Persian, saying he said, "We condemn the killing of scientist Mohsin Fakhrizadeh." We see this as an inciting terrorist act and an attempt to create unrest in the region. It is also an issue of interference of foreign governments.''

He also referred to the assassination of Lt Gen Qasim Sulemani on 3 January 2020 and said "it is unacceptable for any country".

Quds Force chief General Qasim Suleimani was killed in a US drone strike in Iraq. The United States had declared him and his Quds Force as terrorists, responsible for the deaths of hundreds of American citizens.

At one point in the interview, he emphasizes the point of cooperation between Iran and Russia. He says, "The level of our mutual cooperation with Iran is not with any country." Even during the Corona epidemic, our mutual trade has increased, not decreased.''

He also told that trade with Iran increased by 20 percent in 2019 and during the pandemic it has increased by eight percent.

He asserted that the trade agreements between Iran and Eurasia in 2019 provided opportunities for a larger market for Iran.

Sergei Lavrov criticized the US for withdrawing from the nuclear deal in 2015, as well as emphasizing the importance of removing the dollar in free trade.

Iran's banking sector is restricted and because of this, it cannot use the dollar in trade with foreign countries.

The country's top nuclear scientist Mohsin Fakhrizadeh was killed in an ambush by gunmen in the city of Absard, adjacent to Iran's capital Tehran. Iran's leaders have blamed Israel for the killing and said it will be avenged.

There has been a public outcry over debt payments between Maldives and China. There have always been concerns about China's debt in the Maldives, but the bickering hit the public stage last week.

The saying took place on Twitter between former President of Maldives and current parliament speaker Mohammad Nasheed and Chinese Ambassador to Maldives Chang Lichong.

Nasheed tweeted on 11 December 2020 that in the next two weeks, Maldives has to pay huge debt to Chinese banks.

His claim in this tweet was rejected by the Chinese Ambassador. The Chinese ambassador said that Maldives has to pay the debt but the amount is not as big as Nasheed claims.

Mohammad Nasheed is considered the most popular leader of the Maldives. He is also called pro-India.

Nasheed had said in his tweet, "In the next 14 days, Maldives has to pay $ 15 million somehow to the Chinese bank. Chinese banks have not given us any leeway in these loans. These payments are equal to 50 percent of the government's total income. Maldives is trying to recover somehow in the midst of the Corona epidemic crisis.''

Within two hours, the Chinese ambassador dismissed Nasheed's claims on Twitter. Chang Lichong said in response to Nasheed's tweet, "According to the information I have received from the banks, there is no loan payment of $ 15 million in the next 14 days. You check the account book and save it for the budget. Cheers.''

On 12 December 2020, the Chinese ambassador tweeted, "I have done some homework." The payment of debt of 17 lakh 19 thousand 535 in 2020 is correct. In Hulhumale Housing Project Phase 2, the loan amount of 23 lakh 75 thousand dollars taken for 1530 housing units is from a third country bank and not from China Development Bank. The debt in the Stelco project is to be paid in the second week of January 2021.'' The Chinese ambassador also posted some documents with this tweet.

In response to the Chinese Ambassador's tweet, a Twitter user quoted the Maldivian Ministry of Finance's statement as of December 31, 2018, "According to the annual report 2018, the Housing Development Corporation of Maldives set up 1530 housing units in Hulhumale Phase 3. For $ 4.2 million loaned from China Development Bank. If it comes to repaying this loan, then you will be able to show this screenshot, right?''

There was no response from the Chinese Ambassador on this. In such a situation, Mohammad Nasheed took it as an opportunity and tried to handle the situation.

Nasheed told the Chinese ambassador in his next tweet, "Thank you very much." Our relationship with China matters. Why should we wait for 11 more hours? Find some way out of this debt problem. Maldives needs another two years to repay the loan, otherwise we will never be able to repay these debts.''

Responding to Nasheed, the Chinese Ambassador wrote, "Respected Speaker, I appreciate your support. We have traditionally been friends and this is important to us. Discussions are already taking place on these issues. I am confident that there will be some concrete arrangement in terms of mutual benefit in both the countries so that it will help in bringing the economy back on track.''

Maldives and China have also clashed on Twitter before.

The current Chinese ambassador to the Maldives is known for his attendant response. The result of this is that their fans in Maldives are also very good.

In particular, supporters of former Maldives President Abdulla Yameen openly support the Chinese ambassador. After coming to power in 2013, Yameen grew closer to China than India. In many contract contracts, President Yameen chose China over India.

Yameen's supporters feel that China's ambassador is no less than an assistant to him in fighting the current government in the Maldives. The current government of Maldives is called pro-India.

In November 2020, Nasheed said that the debt of China cannot be repaid even if the people of Maldives sell their grandmother's jewelry too. In response, the Chinese ambassador said, "The jewelry of grannies is priceless but they have a price." I would prioritize friendship with Maldives which has no value.''

Another similar incident happened in November 2020. Dunya Maumoon, the daughter of former Maldives President Abdul Gayoom, was asked about an article in India Today on 10 November 2020. In this article, many things were said about Chinese investment in Male Airport.

The same day the Chinese ambassador told the daughter of former President Gayoom, "Read it as a fantasy." If you want the right information, take it from Maldives Airport.'' Gayoom was also considered as a Chinese-backed president.

Mohammad Nasheed said in an interview to the BBC in September 2020 that the Maldives had borrowed $ 3.1 billion from China. Nasheed had said that this included loans from both the Chinese government and the private sector there.

When the Maldivian Democratic Party of Nasheed came to power in 2018, Indian officials estimated the debt to be $ 1.5 billion.

Nasheed's party has been seeking financial help from India ever since it was formed. India has announced financial assistance of $ 1.4 billion to Maldives.

China and India are the centers of Maldives politics

Discussions in Maldives about China and India are hot in politics there. In September 2020, India Out campaign was being run on social media in Maldives.

Mohammad Nasheed then said that the India out campaign belonged to the ISIS cell. Nasheed had said that under this campaign, there is a demand to remove Indian soldiers from Maldives. The main opposition party was airing the India out campaign in Maldives. The main opposition party of Maldives says that the presence of Indian soldiers is against sovereignty and independence.

In response to the anti-India talk of the opposition party in Maldives, Foreign Minister Abdullah said that those who are "not digesting" the strong bilateral relations, are resorting to such criticism.

At the inauguration of an India-backed street lighting scheme, the foreign minister said, "This is a relationship between the two countries." It is a relationship connecting hearts. We thank him.

In August 2020, India announced a $ 500 million package, including a grant of $ 100 million. Earlier in 2018, India announced $ 800 million for the Maldives.

Prince Turkey al-Faisal of Saudi Arabia has strongly criticized Israel at the Bahrain Security Summit held on 6 December 2020.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi joined it online. This development has presented challenges in the way of any further dialogue between Arab countries and Israel.

According to the news agency AP, Israel has been surprised by the strong remarks of Prince Turkey al-Faisal in the Manama Dialogue because the Israeli Foreign Minister did not expect this to happen.

Especially when the Israelis were warmly welcomed by the authorities of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates following agreements that normalized relations.

There has been controversy and conflict between Israel and the Palestinians for decades. The Palestinians think that these agreements are a betrayal of them and are as if their Arab comrades have stabbed them in the back.

Prince Turkey al-Faisal began his talk by describing the notion of 'a nation of Israel's peace-loving and high moral values' as a far more dark Palestinian reality under 'Western colonial power'.

Prince Turkey al-Faisal said that "Israel held the Palestinians in captivity, citing security reasons where the elderly, men and women are rotting in a way without any justice." They are demolishing homes and killing anyone they want.''

Prince Turkey al-Faisal also condemned "Israel's undeclared stockpile of nuclear weapons and the Israeli government's attempts to weaken Saudi Arabia".

Prince Turkey al-Faisal reiterated Saudi Arabia's official stand that the solution to the problem lies in implementing the 'Arab Peace Initiative'.

In the Saudi Arabia-sponsored 'Arab Peace Initiative' agreement in 2002, in 1967, in exchange for all kinds of relations with Arab countries of Israel, the territory occupied by Israel was sought to be given the status of Palestinian country.

He said, "You cannot cure open wound with painkillers".

Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi said immediately after the talk by Prince Turkey al-Faisal, "I would like to express my regret on the remarks of the Saudi delegates." I don't think that the words and changes that are happening in his words are seen in the Middle East.''

Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi reiterated the Israeli stand, saying that "Palestinians are responsible for the lack of a peace settlement". We have a choice about the Palestinians whether we solve it or not or just keep on accusing them.''

Dor Gould, a former ambassador to the United Nations and Netanyahu's close-knit Dorn Gould, who was watching the Bahrain Security Summit, said on the remarks of Prince Turkey al-Faisal that many false allegations have been made in the past.

Prince Turki al-Faisal also attacked them.

Saudi vs israel

Saudi Arabia has historically been critical of the treatment of Israel and its Palestinians, and the Arab media has been dismissing Israel as a 'Jewish country'.

In the remote and rural areas of Saudi Arabia, people have seen not only Israel but all the Jewish people as their enemies.

However, many misleading theories about Jews no longer appear. One reason for this is that Saudi people spend a lot of time on the Internet and because of this, they are very aware of the things going on in the world.

Despite this, there is still a doubt about outsiders in a section of the Saudi population. Saudi Arabia and the Gulf countries have a bizarre history of relations with Palestine.

The Gulf countries have generally been supportive of the Palestinian issue. For decades, they have been helping Palestine politically and financially. However, when Palestinian leader Yasir Arafat supported Iraqi President Saddam Hussein's invasion and occupation of Kuwait in 1990, he found it a major fraud.

After Operation Desert Storm, led by the United States and independent in 1991, Kuwait drove out the entire population of Palestinians present in its place and was replaced by thousands of Egyptians.

The old rulers of this region have taken a long time to forget the deception of Arafat.