Cairo: The Arab League Council has called on the international community to take urgent measures to break the siege of Gaza and has requested a session of the UN Security Council to pressure Israel into allowing aid into the Strip. The Council of the League of Arab States, at the level of permanent representatives, urged immediate action to halt Israeli aggression in the Gaza Strip, recognizing the severe humanitarian crisis and famine occurring there.
According to Union of OIC News Agencies, the Council issued a resolution during an extraordinary session focusing on countering the starvation policies imposed on Gaza. The meeting, chaired by the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan at the request of the State of Palestine, highlighted the need for international intervention to deliver aid and support the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).
The Council emphasized the importance of implementing decisions from the Arab and Islamic Summit to lift the blockade, facilitate the entry of humanitarian convoys, and support international organizations working in Gaza. It called on the global community, especially the United States, to exert pressure on Israel to open crossings for humanitarian aid to help vulnerable groups affected by the ongoing conflict.
The resolution condemned the work of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, citing a lack of legal legitimacy and accusing it of being a tool for aggressive policies. It also criticized Israel's actions, including punitive economic measures against Palestine, and called for the immediate release of Palestinian tax funds.
The Arab League Council welcomed a statement from 28 countries, including several European Union member states, demanding an end to the Israeli aggression and calling for accountability for crimes against Palestinians. The Council stressed the need for recognition of the State of Palestine to protect Palestinian rights.
Solidarity was expressed with UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese and other officials facing pressure for supporting Palestinian rights. The resolution urged continued efforts to lift the siege on Gaza and requested that Arab League missions convey the resolution's contents to their respective capitals.
The Council decided to remain in session, tasking the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States with implementing the resolution and reporting on progress at the next session.
