Prince Turki Al-Faisal, former Saudi intelligence chief and ambassador to the US and UK, has called for Israel to contribute to the reconstruction of Gaza and the West Bank, rather than the Gulf states footing the bill. He argues that Israel should be financially responsible for the damage it has caused through its military campaigns. Prince Turki also emphasizes the need for a permanent ceasefire to prevent future destruction and ensure the viability of a Palestinian state. He criticizes Israeli policies in the West Bank, including uprooting people and driving residents out of refugee camps, which he describes as ethnic cleansing.

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