Qatar participated in an emergency Arab League session to address Israeli aggression against Palestinians, prompted by a request from Palestine. The session condemned recent violent acts by Israel and sought to reinforce international obligations to protect the Palestinian population. It also stressed the importance of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, achieved through cooperation between Qatar and Egypt.
On Wednesday, the State of Qatar participated in an extraordinary session of the Council of the League of Arab States in Cairo, requested by the State of Palestine. This session aimed to discuss Arab and international efforts to urge Israel to cease its aggression against the Palestinian people, in alignment with international law and pertinent resolutions.
The delegation from Qatar was led by HE Tariq Ali Faraj Al Ansari, Qatar’s Ambassador to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the League of Arab States. In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Ambassador Al Ansari denounced the recent brutal actions of Israeli forces against Palestinian civilians during Ramadan, characterizing these acts as continuing genocide and crimes against humanity.
He noted that the session sought to develop a resolution that reflects the principles outlined in the Cairo Declaration from the Extraordinary Arab Summit held on March 4. The draft resolution condemned the recent violence by Israeli forces and called on the international community to fulfil its legal obligations to protect the Palestinian people.
Furthermore, the resolution emphasized the importance of maintaining the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, which was facilitated by Qatar and Egypt. The text also called for ongoing efforts by relevant nations and the Arab Islamic Committee to ensure that this ceasefire is effectively established and adhered to.
The extraordinary session was convened in response to escalating Israeli aggression, which has resulted in over 400 fatalities and numerous injuries in the Gaza Strip, compounded by the blockade of humanitarian assistance, medical supplies, and electricity.
In conclusion, Qatar’s participation in the Arab League’s emergency session highlights its commitment to championing the Palestinian cause. The session underscored the urgency of halting Israeli aggression and emphasized the collective responsibility of the international community to protect Palestinian civilians. Additionally, it reaffirmed the importance of maintaining the ceasefire in Gaza, facilitated by cooperative efforts between Qatar and Egypt.
Original Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com
