wall A delegation consisting of foreign ministers of Arab and Islamic countries and the Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation visited China to discuss the “Israeli-Palestinian conflict” and “the solution to the Palestinian problem.” He was received by Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Al-Safadi, Egyptian Foreign Minister Samih Shukri, Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, Palestinian Foreign Minister Riyad Al-Maliki, and Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Hussein Ibrahim Taha. The delegation made contacts in Beijing. The authorities of the Arab and Islamic countries called for a “ceasefire” in Gaza.
China: We have always defended the just cause of the Palestinian people
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang said in a statement after the meetings, “The international community must act immediately and now and take effective and reliable measures to prevent the continuation of the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.” Wang continued, saying: “We are ready to work with our brothers in the Arab and Islamic world to stop the conflict and find a comprehensive, just and lasting solution to the Palestinian problem.”
Wang said that Beijing is “a good friend and brother of the Arab and Islamic countries” and that China “has always strongly defended the just cause of restoring the legitimate national rights and interests of the Palestinian people.”
Palestinian Administration: They hope to completely destroy Palestine
Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Al-Maliki said, “Israel says that the conflict in Gaza is the last war to end all wars. They hope to completely destroy the Palestinians.” Al-Maliki said: “They cut off water, electricity, and other basic needs, killed everyone who moved, and deprived people of their rights,” adding, “The siege on Gaza did not happen on October 7. Israel has turned Gaza into the largest country in the world.” ‘Open prison’ for 18 years.” “It started when he wanted to translate,” he said. Al-Maliki said Israel’s actions violate the two-state solution and the Palestinians’ right to self-determination and the establishment of their independent state.
Saudi Arabia: The humanitarian catastrophe is at our doorstep
Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhad Al Saud, who was in China as part of the talks, said, “We are here to send a clear message: We must immediately stop the conflicts and loss of lives, and immediately send humanitarian aid to China.” Gaza.”
Bin Farhan pointed out that the conflict in Gaza has caused a huge loss of life and the situation continues, and he said: “A humanitarian catastrophe is at our doorstep. The international community must be responsible and prevent Israel from violating the law and humanitarian law in Gaza.” Bin Farhan stated that they appreciate China for the decision taken by the United Nations Security Council and that they are ready to work with China to ease tensions. He said, “It is our humanitarian responsibility to take action instead of sitting and watching what happens.” “
Egypt: Major powers like China must play a stronger role
In the statement he made on behalf of the ministry’s social media platform, Egyptian Foreign Minister Samih Shoukry was quoted as saying: “We are looking forward to playing. Unfortunately, there are large countries that provide protection for Israel’s current attacks.”
Israel: We hope that the meetings will not lead to a halt to work
Israel’s Ambassador to China, Irit Ben Abba, evaluated the talks in her statement to the press on Monday, November 20. Ben Abba said that he hopes “that no statement regarding a ceasefire will come out of the talks, and now is not the right time for that.” The Israeli ambassador said that he hopes that the issue of people held hostage by Hamas will be discussed during the talks, and that he hopes that the participating countries will call for “the immediate release of the hostages without preconditions.” Ben Aba also stated that countries should talk about “Egypt’s role in facilitating humanitarian aid.” (foreign news)