Islamic leaders call for an immediate cessation of ‘israel’s’ actions in Gaza and Lebanon

During a speech at the joint meeting of the Arab League and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Monday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman denounced the “massacre perpetrated against Palestinian and Lebanese populations.”

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has called on Israel to “abstain from any additional aggressive actions,” emphasizing the importance of restraint in regional conflicts.

Ahmed Aboul Gheit, the Secretary-General of the Arab League, aligned with the Saudi Crown Prince in denouncing Israel’s military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, which they have characterized as a campaign of death and destruction. Aboul Gheit emphasized the severe suffering of the Palestinian people, stating that “words cannot express the plight” they endure.

Israel’s measures against the Palestinian populace are reportedly hindering initiatives to secure a durable peace, according to recent statements. Observers emphasize that achieving enduring peace is contingent upon the establishment of justice.

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During the summit, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas issued a call to action, urging Arab and Islamic nations to demonstrate solidarity with the Palestinian people.

He further called for the enforcement of a United Nations resolution aimed at stopping Israeli military actions in Gaza and ensuring the passage of humanitarian assistance into the region.

King Abdullah II of Jordan has denounced Israel’s military operations in Gaza, as well as the escalating conflict extending into Lebanon. He has also urged the international community to increase humanitarian aid to the Palestinian territory, which is currently under siege.

In a recent address, Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati issued a stark warning, stating that Lebanon is experiencing an “unprecedented historical crisis.”

Prime Minister Mikati, referencing estimates from the World Bank, reported that Israeli actions have inflicted approximately $8.5 billion in damage to his nation. This figure encompasses both economic losses and the devastation of residential properties.

Over 50 leaders from Arab and Islamic nations have convened in Riyadh for a major summit gathering.

Prior to the upcoming meeting, Hamas has urged the establishment of a coalition comprising Arab and Islamic countries in an effort to exert pressure on Israel and its allies to cease the ongoing violence in Gaza and Lebanon.

President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran was unable to attend the meeting, citing urgent “executive matters” as the reason for his absence. However, in a telephone conversation with the Saudi Crown Prince, President Pezeshkian confirmed that Iran would be represented at the summit by its First Vice President, Mohammad Reza Aref.

The summit convenes one year following a comparable assembly of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Arab League, where leaders strongly criticized Israeli operations in Gaza, labeling them as “barbaric.”

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan presided over a preparatory ministerial meeting on Sunday afternoon, setting the stage for Monday’s session.

The Saudi Press Agency has reported that increasing violence in Palestinian and Lebanese regions, marked by what it described as severe Israeli aggression, has prompted swift action from Arab and Islamic leaders.

The main priorities are to cease hostilities, safeguard civilian populations, assist the Palestinian and Lebanese communities, consolidate positions, and urge the international community to enact definitive measures to halt the ongoing assaults and foster enduring peace and stability in the region.