Historically, saudi arabia has offered verbal support for the Palestinian cause. However, the kingdom has also sought to distance itself from groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, which it views as destabilizing forces tied to its regional rival, Iran. Hamas, the governing body of Gaza, and Hezbollah, a powerful militant group in Lebanon, both receive backing from Iran. Riyadh has been locked in a struggle for influence across the Middle east with Tehran, and this ban on support is another reflection of Saudi efforts to curtail Iranian influence.
The ban likely seeks to curb any internal dissent or public sentiments that might conflict with the country’s evolving foreign policy goals, including its tentative steps toward normalizing relations with Israel, as hinted by various diplomatic talks in recent years. This move signals Saudi Arabia's alignment with a more moderate regional stance, focusing on state security and stability.