Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has reportedly issued a ban on all public displays of support for Palestine within the Kingdom, emphasising that his priority is Saudi Arabia and its people, and that the Kingdom will no longer engage in what he described as ‘wasting time with radicalism’. 

In a strong statement, he reportedly said, “The Palestinian cause is not my cause. I only care about my country and the people of my country. We will not waste time with radicalism. We will modernize rapidly.”

The announcement has sparked mixed reactions across the region and beyond. Some have praised the move, calling it a wise and pragmatic decision that reflects strong focus on national interests.