Qatar, Arab and Muslim states condemn Israeli attacks in Gaza
Qatar and seven other Arab and Muslim nations issued a joint statement condemning Israeli military operations in Gaza, asserting that ongoing violations breach international law and obstruct implementation of a ceasefire agreement's second phase. The statement cited targeting of healthcare facilities and continued civilian casualties as key concerns undermining regional peace efforts.
Eight foreign ministers representing Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt released a coordinated statement on Thursday expressing strong condemnation of Israeli military actions in the Gaza Strip. The ministers argued that these operations violate international legal obligations and the terms of a comprehensive agreement designed to end the conflict, while simultaneously hampering broader diplomatic initiatives aimed at advancing the accord.
The statement specifically highlighted attacks on medical facilities and healthcare infrastructure, alongside the ongoing loss of civilian life, as violations of Israel's commitments. According to Gaza's Health Ministry, one Palestinian was killed and five injured in Israeli attacks during the preceding 24-hour period.
The joint condemnation emerged following Hamas and other Palestinian factions' acceptance of a phased disarmament framework, which U.S. President Donald Trump characterized as a significant development toward achieving peace and security. However, since this announcement, Gaza's Health Ministry reported at least 34 Palestinian deaths and 134 injuries from Israeli operations across the territory.
Hamas has stated it will not proceed with implementing the agreement unless Israel fulfills its obligations, particularly regarding full military withdrawal from Gaza and commitment to reconstruction efforts. The disarmament process, according to documentation reviewed by Al Jazeera, is contingent upon the gradual removal of Israeli forces.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly rejected the U.S.-backed peace proposal on Tuesday, declaring that Israeli forces would maintain their positions until Hamas is completely disarmed. Netanyahu stated Israel had not endorsed the proposal and had submitted alternative comments to American negotiators.
Military operations have persisted throughout the ceasefire period, which commenced on October 11. Gaza's Health Ministry documented 1,255 Palestinian deaths and 4,125 injuries since the ceasefire began, with 804 bodies recovered while numerous victims remain beneath collapsed structures inaccessible to rescue teams.
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