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Arab leaders gathered in Doha to show support for Qatar amid Israel's recent strikes on Gaza, but their summit resulted in a vague condemnation without concrete action, highlighting the limited influence of Arab nations despite their wealth and strategic alliances, especially with the US, in addressing the Gaza conflict.
The Arab League unanimously called for Hamas to disarm, end its rule in Gaza, and release hostages to facilitate the establishment of a Palestinian state, amid ongoing conflicts and international efforts at peace negotiations. The declaration, supported by the EU and other countries, also proposed a UN-led international stabilization mission, but Hamas and Israel remain opposed to the conditions and recognition efforts, complicating prospects for peace.
Hamas declared that Palestinian resistance will continue until 'the occupation' ends and an independent Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital is established, responding to international calls for disarmament and a two-state solution amid ongoing conflict and regional diplomacy.
The Arab League has for the first time condemned Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel and called for Hamas to disarm, aligning with the EU and other countries in a UN declaration that also discussed a two-state solution, amid varying international responses to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Arab and Muslim states, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, have jointly called for Hamas to disarm and relinquish control of Gaza, advocating for governance by the Palestinian Authority and supporting a two-state solution, in a rare unified stance amid ongoing conflict. The declaration also condemned Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel and proposed a UN-led international stabilization mission.
The EU, Arab League, and other countries reaffirm their support for a two-state solution to end the Gaza conflict, calling for Hamas to disarm and for international efforts to recognize Palestine and establish a phased plan for peace, amid ongoing violence and international debates.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocide" during a summit with Arab and Islamic leaders in Riyadh. He criticized Israel's military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, calling for an immediate ceasefire and denouncing the banning of aid agencies. The prince also warned against further attacks on Iran and emphasized the need for a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. Other leaders, including Egypt's President Sisi and Turkey's President Erdogan, echoed calls for action against Israel's policies.
Egypt's Foreign Minister warned of "catastrophic repercussions" if Israel were to attack Rafah in southern Gaza, urging for an immediate ceasefire and criticizing some nations for turning a blind eye to the suffering in Gaza. Foreign ministers from Arab League countries also condemned the "brutal crimes" of the Israeli occupation forces and called for an end to the "unprecedented human disaster" in Gaza, while highlighting the deteriorating situation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
Arab states, including Jordan, the Palestinian Authority, and the Arab League, have condemned Dutch far-right politician Geert Wilders for his statements suggesting that Palestinians should be relocated to Jordan. The Palestinian Authority called the remarks an escalation of aggression and interference in their affairs, while Jordan and other Arab nations labeled them as irresponsible and condemned the interference in their internal affairs. Wilders, known for his support of Israel, has previously advocated for Israeli settlements in the West Bank and proposed that Jordan is Palestine, proposing the dislocation of Palestinians as a solution to the conflict.
A delegation of Islamic and Arab nations is touring the five permanent United Nations Security Council member states to bring a ceasefire to the war on Gaza, increase humanitarian aid, and seek support for Palestinian statehood. The delegation's first stop in China may be an attempt to gather global support and signal a shift away from the United States as a major ally in the region. While some experts question the efficacy of the trip, Arab leaders recognize that the power to stop the violence lies with the US and are seeking to galvanize global support and pressure the Israeli government.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended an emergency meeting of the Arab League and the Organisaton for Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing Türkiye's role in resolving the Palestine-Israel conflict and calling for an immediate cease-fire. Erdoğan criticized Israel for committing war crimes and urged the international community to take concrete action. He highlighted the need for the establishment of an independent Palestine state with East Jerusalem as its capital for lasting peace in the region. The summit resulted in a joint declaration that recognized Israeli settlers as terrorists and called for a nuclear nonproliferation conference. Erdoğan pledged Türkiye's commitment to finding a solution and providing humanitarian aid, while also planning diplomatic efforts to garner support from countries that abstained from a recent UN vote on a cease-fire.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, along with leaders from the Arab and Islamic worlds, called for an immediate end to the Israeli aggression in Gaza during the Joint Arab-Islamic Extraordinary Summit in Riyadh. The summit aimed to address the worsening situation in Gaza and the Israeli violations of international laws and norms. Leaders emphasized the need for a comprehensive ceasefire, the protection of Palestinian civilians, and the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. They also condemned the forced displacement of Palestinians and called on the international community to take action against Israel's actions.
Saudi Arabia will host an extraordinary joint Islamic-Arab summit in Riyadh on Saturday in response to the exceptional circumstances in Gaza. The summit was originally scheduled to include the Organization of Islamic Cooperation summit and the Arab League summit.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared war on Hamas, launching a large-scale military operation in response to Hamas' unprecedented multifront attack on Israel. The conflict has resulted in thousands of casualties, with both Israeli and Palestinian lives lost. African leaders have reacted to the conflict, with divisions emerging on the source of the conflict and who is to blame. Some African nations, such as Tanzania and Kenya, have condemned Hamas' assault and called for de-escalation, while others, like Morocco and Algeria, have expressed support for Palestine. South Africa has called for a credible peace process and offered to mediate in the conflict, while Nigeria has called for a ceasefire through dialogue.
The recent resurgence of protests in Syria, particularly in the southern part of the country, coincides with Syria's reintegration into the Arab world after a decade of isolation. However, this does not signify a normalization of the situation within Syria itself, as the country remains ravaged by war and repression. The population's audacity to challenge Assad's rule is met with military and ideological fragility, but the regime is protected by its backers, Russia and Iran.