Cairo: Regional and international opposition is mounting against Israel's declared intentions to establish full military control over the Gaza Strip and forcibly displace its Palestinian population.
According to Qatar News Agency, Al-Sharq newspaper reported that an extraordinary session of the Arab League Council was held at the League's headquarters in Cairo with participation from the State of Qatar. Concurrently, an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council took place in New York, initiated by the United Kingdom, Denmark, France, Greece, and Slovenia, with backing from Russia, China, Somalia, Algeria, and Pakistan. This meeting aimed to address Israel's announcement regarding its plans to occupy Gaza and relocate its residents to camps.
In Madrid, eight European countries jointly issued a statement condemning and rejecting Israel's strategy to seize control of Gaza City. The statement warned of severe humanitarian consequences, including the potential deaths of numerous civilians and the forced displacement of nearly one million Palestinians. Al-Sharq highlighted the importance of translating these unified voices into firm actions, such as imposing international sanctions on Israel, to deter its government from actions that threaten regional and international peace.
Al-Watan newspaper echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the rejection by Arab and Muslim countries and various organizations of Israel's decision to occupy Gaza. The editorial described the move as a "continuation of genocide and a violation of international law." The newspaper noted condemnations from Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, and New Zealand, calling for these words to be backed by concrete actions like severing diplomatic ties and halting arms sales to Israel. Al-Watan argued that Western countries hold significant leverage to pressure Israel into adhering to international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative, which advocates for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Meanwhile, The Peninsula newspaper shifted focus to local developments in Qatar, noting the conclusion of the 2025 Student Activities Summer Camps. Organized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Youth and other institutions, these camps provided over 1,800 students with activities to enhance their physical, social, and cognitive skills. The National Human Rights Committee also concluded its annual training program targeting summer centers. Educational initiatives continued with Qatar National Library's Summer Camp, fostering a love of reading among children and youth.