Jeddah: The Council of Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) reaffirmed the centrality of the Palestinian cause to the Islamic Ummah. They emphasized support for the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent State of Palestine with Al Quds AlSharif as its capital, based on the borders of June 4, 1967.
According to Qatar News Agency, this resolution was issued during the 21st Extraordinary Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the OIC, held to address the ongoing Israeli aggression against Palestinians. The session took place at the OIC General Secretariat's headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and included participation from Qatar.
The resolution called for an immediate end to military operations in the Gaza Strip and the lifting of the blockade to allow access for relief agencies and humanitarian organizations. The Council supported efforts by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States to achieve a ceasefire, aiming for a prisoner exchange agreement to alleviate suffering.
The Council condemned the occupying forces' refusal to engage with mediators and emphasized that the continued escalation undermines chances for a settlement. They also highlighted the need to end Israeli aggression, facilitate displaced persons' return, and hold a reconstruction conference in Cairo.
The resolution rejected plans by occupying forces to control the Gaza Strip, deeming them an unacceptable escalation. It called for accountability for war crimes and condemned the targeting of civilian infrastructure, which has contributed to a humanitarian disaster.
The importance of the international community's response to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification declaration regarding famine in Gaza was underscored, holding occupying authorities responsible. The Council called for legal measures to end the blockade and allow humanitarian aid entry.
The resolution rejected statements by the Israeli Prime Minister regarding a "Greater Israel Vision" and condemned settlement plans that undermine the two-state solution. It stressed the need for the Palestinian government to assume responsibilities in all occupied territories, with full support from OIC Member States and the international community.
The Council welcomed international positions against Israeli occupation control over Gaza and commended countries recognizing or planning to recognize the State of Palestine. It also acknowledged efforts by the Joint Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee to mobilize international responsibility against Israeli aggression and support the two-state solution.