Amman: The foreign ministers of the Arab Ministerial Committee have reiterated the imperative to resist Israeli efforts aimed at altering the Arab, Islamic, and Christian identity of occupied Jerusalem. This collective stance was affirmed during a meeting held in Amman, where the ministers emphasized the unified position against Israeli policies affecting Jerusalem and its sacred sites.
According to Union of OIC News Agencies, the meeting saw participation from the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States and the foreign ministers of Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Malaysia. Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ayman Safadi, highlighted Israel's violations of holy site sanctities and restriction on freedom of worship. He asserted that Al-Aqsa Mosque is solely for Muslim worship and called for global action against Israeli violations.
Palestinian Foreign Minister Farsin Aghabekian Shahin warned of the severe stage of Israeli targeting in Jerusalem, exacerbated by ongoing conflicts in Gaza and increased settler activities in the West Bank. She called for a comprehensive rescue plan to protect Jerusalem's identity and reinforce Palestinian resilience. Shahin emphasized the absence of accountability for Israel's prolonged policies of annexation and settlement expansion.
Nabil Fahmy, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, cautioned against the rising threats to Jerusalem's historical and legal status, stressing the need for a diplomatic campaign to highlight the dangers of Israeli policies. He urged for the protection of Al-Aqsa and the inhabitants of Jerusalem against systematic displacement efforts.
Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan condemned Israeli violations in Gaza and called for international accountability of those inciting violence. He reiterated the nullity of unilateral actions such as settlement construction and land seizures.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar expressed concern over settlement expansion and called for decisive action against demographic changes in Palestinian territories. Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf highlighted the systematic Israeli plans to alter Jerusalem's character and urged for the support of Palestinian institutions to preserve their presence.
Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti emphasized the importance of preserving Jerusalem's identity and called for international legal obligations to protect Palestinian rights. He condemned actions aimed at altering the city's historical and demographic status.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty warned of the critical juncture of the Palestinian issue, emphasizing the necessity of a just solution for regional stability. He highlighted Egypt's mediation efforts in Gaza and the need for Israel to honor ceasefire agreements.
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein condemned Israeli violations and stressed the importance of respecting UN resolutions to maintain Jerusalem's historical and legal status. He called for effective international action to address the situation.
The Arab Ministerial Committee's meeting underscores the collective resolve to protect Jerusalem's identity and uphold Palestinian rights amidst ongoing regional tensions.