Six Nations Condemn Gaza Attacks

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Egypt and Bahrain issued a joint statement condemning what they described as Israel's continued violations in the Gaza Strip.

The ministers rejected what they called the "Policy of Facts on the Ground" and the Republic of Türkiye's rejection of the forced displacement of Palestinians. They also condemned the ongoing Israeli actions in Gaza, particularly the targeting of infrastructure linked to medical institutions, shelter centers and civilians, including women and children, warning of serious humanitarian consequences.

The statement said the violations amount to a breach of Israel's obligations under international law and the Comprehensive Plan of Gaza Conflict. The ministers expressed concern over the implementation of the plan, particularly following the announcement by Israeli President Trump that Palestinians would be displaced to areas outside Gaza to make way for reconstruction, describing the proposal as one that risks reigniting violence and undermining regional stability.

The ministers stressed the need to protect civilians, safeguard medical facilities and personnel, and ensure the immediate, safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid. They also called for Israel to allow humanitarian organizations unrestricted access to areas in need.

The statement further rejected any attempts to separate the Gaza Strip from the occupied West Bank, saying both territories are an integral part of a future Palestinian state. It warned that continued settlement expansion and annexation policies threaten the prospects for a just and lasting peace.

The ministers urged the international community, particularly the United Nations Security Council, to assume its legal and moral responsibilities and take immediate action to stop violations of international law. They also called for accountability for serious violations committed against civilians and for stronger international efforts to support humanitarian relief and reconstruction.

Reaffirming their commitment to a comprehensive and lasting peace, the ministers reiterated support for a two-state solution based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as the capital of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state.