In a powerful statement of solidarity and urgency, the leaders of the Arab and Islamic world have condemned the Israeli occupation’s aggression in Gaza and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem. The final communiqué of the joint Arab-Islamic summit has highlighted several key resolutions which demand an immediate cessation of the hostilities, the lifting of the blockade on Gaza, and a decisive UN Security Council resolution to halt the aggression and address humanitarian needs.
The condemnation extends to the portrayal of the war as self-defense, calling for a rejection of such narratives. The leaders have underscored the need for immediate and sustained humanitarian aid, supporting Egypt’s efforts in this regard. There is a strong call to the international community to halt arms sales to Israeli forces and to take a firm stand against the colonial occupation’s violation of international and humanitarian law.
The summit’s resolutions encompass a comprehensive approach including legal and political initiatives to hold Israeli authorities accountable for their crimes against the Palestinian people. This includes supporting the Palestinian state’s actions in international courts and reinforcing the role of the UN’s Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA).
In a clear stance against the occupation’s attempts to segregate Gaza from the West Bank, the leaders have emphasized the importance of Palestinian unity and sovereignty, with East Jerusalem as the capital. The summit also denounced the forced displacement of Palestinians and the targeting of civilians, viewing these actions as war crimes.
The Arab-Islamic summit has mandated immediate international action to launch a credible peace process based on international law and resolutions, and to support the Arab Peace Initiative of 2002. The call for a two-state solution is central to their demands, requiring an end to occupation and respect for Palestinian sovereignty and rights.
Additionally, the summit denounced the double standards in international law enforcement, which they perceive as undermining multilateral efforts and the credibility of states that protect Israeli actions from international scrutiny. The call to action includes a proposal for an international peace conference and financial safety nets to support Palestinian governance and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.Arab-Islamic Summit Resolutions on Gaza
The communiqué highlights the urgency of addressing over 75 years of conflict and the systematic undermining of a two-state solution by Israeli colonial settlements and international complicity. The leaders have called for an end to such crimes, which pose a severe threat to global security and peace.
The outcomes of the summit represent a significant collective stance from the Arab and Islamic states, outlining a path towards resolving the Palestinian issue and establishing peace and stability in the region.
For more comprehensive details on the summit’s outcomes and the Arab-Islamic perspective on the situation, please visit dzwatch.net.
