"Condemnation of Israeli plan for Gaza": Approximately 20 Arab and Muslim nations express concern over Israel's proposed action in Gaza.
In an extraordinary gathering of the United Nations Security Council, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey have united in condemnation of Israel's decision to impose full military control over Gaza. The joint statement, signed on the day of the emergency meeting, denounces this move as a dangerous and unacceptable escalation.
The statement describes Israel's actions as a flagrant violation of international law, aimed at entrenching illegal occupation and imposing a fait accompli. The potential consequences of such actions, according to the statement, could involve grave violations including killing, starvation, forced displacement, annexation of Palestinian land, and settler terrorism, potentially amounting to crimes against humanity.
The joint statement emphasizes that these actions undermine peace prospects, regional and international de-escalation efforts, and exacerbate severe humanitarian violations against Palestinians in Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. These regions have endured nearly two years of aggression and blockade.
The participants of the joint statement call for Muslim countries to act in unison and rally international opposition to Israel’s plan to take control of Gaza City. They reject any justification for supporting Israel's policies against Palestinians.
Furthermore, the statement expresses support for efforts by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States to achieve a ceasefire and return to agreements that include ending hostilities, hostages release, prisoner exchanges, and full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
Though the specific details of the Middle East conflict discussed in the joint statement are not provided, the emergency meeting and the joint statement underscore the global concern and unity in addressing the ongoing crisis in the region. The location of the meeting was not specified.
- The joint statement issued by Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey at the UN Security Council meeting declared Israel's control over Gaza as a concerning instance of social unrest, linked to war-and-conflicts, driven by politics, and falling under the umbrella of general news.
- The participants of the joint statement, while focusing on the Gaza conflict, called for a united effort by Muslim countries in politics and expressed their support for diplomatic strategies like ceasefires and peace agreements, which are deemed essential for regional stability and global peace.
