Saudi Arabia concerned over Israeli moves in East Jerusalem - statement

FILE PHOTO: A general view picture shows part of "Givat Hamatos", an area near East Jerusalem November 15, 2020. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun/File Photo

BEIRUT (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday voiced "deep concern" over the Israeli authorities' decision to invite contractor bids to build 1,257 new settlements near East Jerusalem and said it contravened international resolutions.

"The ministry affirms the Kingdom's condemnation and rejection of the move, which contravenes international resolutions," it said in a statement.