The extraordinary OIC meeting in Jeddah highlighted the critical need for unity among Muslim nations to address the challenges facing the Palestinian people. By adopting a comprehensive resolution, the OIC underscored its commitment to supporting Palestinian rights and addressing humanitarian needs of civilians in the besieged strip.
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In March 2024, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) convened an extraordinary session of its Council of Foreign Ministers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to address the escalating Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people. The meeting brought together foreign ministers and representatives from various Muslim-majority countries, including Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, to discuss the urgent need for a unified Muslim response to the crisis in Gaza.
During the meeting, several prominent figures delivered impactful statements emphasizing the necessity of Islamic solidarity.
The Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Riadh al-Maliki detailed the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, labeling it as one of the worst forms of genocide. He condemned specific atrocities, such as the massacre at Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City, and expressed gratitude to nations like Saudi Arabia and Pakistan for their proactive roles in convening the extraordinary meeting.
The extraordinary OIC meeting in Jeddah highlighted the critical need for unity among Muslim nations to address the challenges facing the Palestinian people. By adopting a comprehensive resolution, the OIC underscored its commitment to supporting Palestinian rights and addressing humanitarian needs of civilians in the besieged strip. The collective actions outlined in the meeting's outcomes serve as a testament to the power of solidarity in confronting injustice and advocating for the oppressed.
Also in a sideline meeting of the conference, Iranian and Saudi Foreign Ministers highlighted necessity of Islamic unity as a major force in face of the atrocities against Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank and also plans for displacement of Palestinian civilians.
Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, underscored that Israel's actions in Gaza violate fundamental principles of justice and humanity, calling for Muslim nations to collaborate in halting these transgressions. Araghchi advocated for both diplomatic support and decisive actions to protect the rights and dignity of the Palestinian people.
Saudi Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan for his part emphasized that the plight of Palestinians is a profound concern for all Muslims, highlighting that inaction could have severe repercussions for both Palestinians and the broader Muslim community. Faisal stressed the importance of collective efforts to challenge Israeli policies and maintain the prominence of the Palestinian cause in global discourse.
The session culminated in a resolution that condemned Israeli Aggression. The OIC strongly denounced Israel's continued aggression in Gaza and the occupied Palestinian territories, calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire.
Supported Palestinian Rights
The resolution reaffirmed the Palestinian people's right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state within the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Addressed Humanitarian Concerns
The OIC urged member states and the international community to enhance support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), emphasizing its crucial role in providing humanitarian services to Palestinian refugees.
Promoted Media Accountability
The resolution praised initiatives like the international forum "Media and its Role in Fueling Hatred and Violence," organized by the Union of OIC News Agencies, which addressed bias and misinformation in international media concerning the Palestinian issue.
