Poland's Foreign Minister discusses Middle East conflict with Arab ambassadors

Poland reaffirms support for Palestinian state and Israel's right to self-defense.

Poland's top diplomat meets with ambassadors from Arab countries in Warsaw, March 6, 2025.

Photo: Sebastian Indra/MSZ

Poland's Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski recently met with ambassadors from Arab countries accredited to Warsaw to discuss the ongoing Middle East conflict, with a focus on the Palestinian issue.

The meeting was initiated by Palestinian Ambassador Mahmoud Khalifa, who presented the Arab states' position, advocating for a two-state solution based on the 1967 borders. He called for efforts to sustain the ceasefire and de-escalate tensions in Gaza, support UNRWA, and push for greater international recognition of a Palestinian state.

Discussion on reconstruction plan for Gaza

The group also discussed the outcomes of the recent Arab League summit in Cairo, where a long-term reconstruction plan for Gaza was developed.

Minister Sikorski reiterated Poland’s unwavering support for the two-state solution and reaffirmed the country's recognition of Palestine, while also recognizing Israel’s right to defend itself within the boundaries of international law.

Today, Foreign Minister @sikorskiradek hosted a group of ambassadors from Arab states accredited to Warsaw.

The talks focused on the conflict in the Middle East.

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— Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇵🇱 (@PolandMFA) March 6, 2025

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Source: MSZ/X/@PolandMFA