Muslim nations, including Pakistan, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE, have expressed concern over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza. In a joint statement, foreign ministers of these countries urged the international community to pressure Israel to lift its blockade on Gaza. The statement emphasized the need for the restoration of basic infrastructure and hospitals in Gaza, as well as the reopening of the Rafah crossing.
Pakistan’s foreign minister stated that there is complete harmony and clear consensus between the civil and military leadership on this issue, and that the country cannot participate in any military operation. The joint statement by the foreign ministers of the eight Muslim countries pointed out that heavy rainfall and storms have worsened the humanitarian situation in Gaza, exposing the fragile state of the region. The harsh winter has turned tents into submerged shelters, and food shortages have increased the risks to human life.
The statement highlighted the inadequate access to Gaza, severe shortages of life-saving items, and the increasing risks of disease outbreaks. The foreign ministers also praised the efforts of the United Nations and other international organizations and called on Israel to allow unrestricted aid to Gaza and the West Bank. The foreign ministers reiterated their full support for US President Donald Trump’s comprehensive plan and appealed to the international community to pressure Israel to lift its blockade on Gaza and fulfill its legal and moral obligations.
Iran’s ambassador to the UN, Amir Saeed Iravani, has condemned US President Donald Trump’s comments as “unlawful and inflammatory” and demanded that the UN Secretary-General and the UN Security Council condemn them. Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has claimed that his company’s Chatbot, GruK, can provide better results in medical imaging, particularly X-rays and MRI scans, than doctors. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed concern over Israel’s decision.
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