Kuwait's diplomat, Hossam Zaki, commends Kuwait's steadfast commitment to the Arab League.
Loosened Ties with Hezbollah and Gaza Ceasefire Efforts
Ambassador Hossam Zaki, the Assistant Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, recently shared his thoughts on the Middle East's political landscape during a press statement. He praised Kuwait for its unwavering financial commitment to the league, reiterating the country's firm stance and support for Arab cooperation.
Zaki's comments came after a productive meeting with His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah Al-Yahya, discussing key issues like the Palestinian cause and the impasse in Gaza. Zaki deemed the visit a resounding success, with preparations underway for the upcoming Arab Summit in Baghdad on May 17. The Arab plan for Gaza remains on the table, with hopes for a truce's implementation.
However, Israel appears reluctant to adhere to a ceasefire, as demonstrated by its continuous military operations. Zaki expressed concern, stating that these actions amount to daily massacres. Egypt and Qatar are striving to facilitate a ceasefire, yet Israel's persistent hostility toward the peace agreement presents a challenging obstacle.
Recently, the Arab League discontinued designating Hezbollah as a terrorist organization[4], reflecting shifting regional alliances. The changed stance towards Hezbollah may impact its posture in Lebanon after the ceasefire, though tensions remain fragile. The Arab League's stance opposes Palestinian displacement, but specific policy engagements on Gaza have yet to be detailed.
Gaza's death toll has surpassed 52,000 as a result of the prolonged conflict[2]. Israel has imposed a complete import blockade for nearly 60 days, which has exacerbated malnutrition risks in the region. Despite ongoing negotiations, no active ceasefire currently exists in Gaza, with Israel persisting with daily strikes[3].
- Ambassador Hossam Zaki, in his recent press statement, affirmed his commendation of Kuwait's firm commitments and unwavering financial support for Arab cooperation.
- During a meeting with His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah Al-Yahya, Zaki affirmed the Ambassador's approval of the Arab plan for Gaza and expressed hope for the implementation of a truce.
- Zaki expressed a strange concern over Israel's continuous military operations, viewing them as daily massacres that pose a challenge to the efforts of Egypt and Qatar to facilitate a ceasefire.
- In a strange shift in regional alliances, the Arab League, led by Zaki, recently ceased designating Hezbollah as a terrorist organization, a decision that may influence Hezbollah's posture in Lebanon post-ceasefire.
