Ramallah (UNA/WAFA) – The resumption of the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, which has resulted in the martyrdom and injury of hundreds so far, has been widely condemned by Arab and international organizations.
In this regard, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Arab Republic of Egypt, Belgium, Australia, Norway, Turkey, China, Jordan, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, the Arab Parliament, the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, the Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, the United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Muhannad Hadi, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, and the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, condemned the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed the Kingdom's condemnation and denunciation in the strongest terms of the Israeli occupation forces' resumption of aggression against the Gaza Strip, and their direct bombardment of areas populated by defenseless civilians, without the slightest regard for international humanitarian law.
The Kingdom emphasized the importance of an immediate halt to Israeli killing, violence, and destruction, and the protection of Palestinian civilians from Israel's unjust war machine. It also emphasized the importance of the international community fulfilling its responsibilities by intervening immediately to put an end to these crimes and end the severe humanitarian suffering endured by the brotherly Palestinian people.
The Arab Republic of Egypt condemned the Israeli occupation's raids targeting the Gaza Strip early this morning, which resulted in the deaths of more than 400 civilians, most of them women and children. This constitutes a flagrant violation of the ceasefire agreement and a dangerous escalation that threatens to have dire consequences for the stability of the region.
In a statement, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its complete rejection of all Israeli attacks aimed at re-escalating tensions in the region and thwarting efforts to de-escalate and restore stability.
She called on the international community to intervene immediately to halt the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip, to prevent the region from relapsing into a renewed cycle of violence and counter-violence. She urged the parties to exercise restraint and allow mediators the opportunity to complete their efforts to reach a permanent ceasefire.
Belgium condemned the Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds, warning of "severe" humanitarian repercussions.
Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévost stressed in a post on X that the ban on humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians constitutes a serious violation of international law.
He said: The second phase of the ceasefire agreement must be implemented, which should pave the way for reconstruction and peace for all.
He explained that Arab countries, with the support of the European Union, have proposed a plan to achieve this, saying, "Let's not go backwards."
The Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, said that the violent Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip at dawn left horrific scenes of civilians killed, including children, calling for a return to the ceasefire agreement.
"Horrific scenes of civilians, including children, killed in Gaza after waves of violent Israeli bombing overnight," Lazzarini added in a post on his X account.
He explained that Israel's resumption of its genocidal war on Gaza "increases the suffering and despair," adding, "We must return to the ceasefire."
The Arab Parliament condemned the Israeli occupation's resumption of military operations in the Gaza Strip, which resulted in the deaths of 404 civilians, most of them children and women, and the injury of dozens more.
The Arab Parliament affirmed in a statement today that this aggression and the continued targeting of civilians in the Gaza Strip, including children, women, and the elderly, and the demolition of homes, represent a clear disregard for the rules of international law, an official evasion of the obligations of consolidating the cessation of the war of extermination, and a disruption of international efforts supporting the ceasefire, the reconstruction plan, and the establishment of the Palestinian state.
In turn, the Speaker of the Arab Parliament, Mohammed Al-Yamahi, said that the continuation of this escalation will exacerbate the humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip, where more than two million Palestinians are living under bombardment, with a severe shortage of basic needs, as part of the occupation’s starvation policy, preventing the entry of aid into the Strip, especially during the holy month of Ramadan, destroying the foundations of daily life in the Gaza Strip, and eliminating the Palestinian presence as part of a systematic plan to destroy what remains of the Strip, and impose a new reality in line with its goals of displacing its population.
He called on the international community, the Security Council, and influential countries to shoulder their responsibilities and pressure the occupation to stop the genocidal war it is committing against civilians, hold those responsible for these crimes accountable as war criminals, provide protection for civilians, and expedite the entry of humanitarian and medical aid into the Gaza Strip to reduce famine and the tragic conditions in the Strip. He also called for a firm international stance to ensure an immediate cessation of the aggression, leading to an end to the aggression and an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.
The UN Humanitarian Coordinator for the occupied Palestinian territories, Muhannad Hadi, said that the citizens of the Gaza Strip have endured unimaginable suffering.
His remarks came in response to the Israeli occupation's resumption of its aggression on the Gaza Strip since dawn on Tuesday, which has so far resulted in the martyrdom of more than 250 citizens and the injury of hundreds more.
He continued: "What is happening in the Gaza Strip is unimaginable, and the ceasefire must be restored immediately."
Hadi added, "Ending hostilities, providing sustained humanitarian assistance, releasing hostages, and restoring basic services and people's livelihoods are the only way forward."
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said today that Israel has significantly expanded and annexed settlements in the occupied West Bank, as part of its ongoing annexation of these territories, in violation of international law.
She added that a report on this matter will be submitted to the UN Human Rights Council later this month.
Australia called for adherence to the terms of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, following Israel's resumption of its war of extermination.
This came in a post by Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on the X platform, in light of Israel's resumption of its war of extermination in the Gaza Strip.
Wong stressed the need to protect civilians, respect the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, and fully implement the agreement's obligations.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre condemned the recent Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians, including children and women.
"It's a huge tragedy for the people of Gaza. They are virtually defenseless. Many of them are living in tents and in the rubble of what has been destroyed," the prime minister told Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation.
Storr urged the international community to call for an end to the bombing of areas inhabited by unprotected people.
He added, "There is reason to believe that Israel has the green light, it also has the weapons to do so, and it also has an air force."
For his part, Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said: “This is a nightmare for the financially strapped Palestinian civilian population, who need peace.”
Turkey said that Israel is defying humanity with the most heinous violation of international law and universal values by resuming its aggression on the Gaza Strip, marking a new phase of genocide.
The Turkish Foreign Ministry explained in a statement that the massacre committed by Israel against hundreds of Palestinians by resuming its aggression on the Gaza Strip since dawn today demonstrated the beginning of a new phase in the policy of genocide pursued by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
She added that at a time when efforts to seek peace and stability are intensifying globally, this aggressive stance adopted by the Israeli government threatens the shared future of the region.
She called on the international community to take a decisive stance against Israel in order to ensure a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and the delivery of humanitarian aid.
Türkiye affirmed that it will continue to stand by the Palestinian people in their just cause and will support efforts aimed at ensuring peace and stability in the region.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk expressed his horror at the Israeli airstrikes and shelling of Gaza, which have killed hundreds of civilians, most of them children and women.
"I am horrified by the Israeli airstrikes and shelling on Gaza last night, which killed hundreds, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. This will add tragedy to tragedy," Turk said in a statement.
China called for the continued effective implementation of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, after Israel violated it again this morning.
This came in a comment by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Mao Ning regarding the occupation's aggression on the Gaza Strip, which resulted in the martyrdom and injury of hundreds, most of whom were women and children.
"China is closely monitoring the situation," Mao said, adding, "We hope all parties will encourage the continued and effective implementation of the ceasefire agreement."
The Chinese spokesman stressed that steps that would increase tensions and cause a greater humanitarian disaster should be avoided.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his shock at the resumption of Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip, which has killed and injured hundreds of Palestinians.
In a statement, Guterres called for "respect for the ceasefire, the unhindered resumption of humanitarian assistance, and the release of the remaining hostages."
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned the Israeli occupation forces' resumption of their aggression against the Gaza Strip, which has resulted in hundreds of deaths, injuries, and missing persons, the majority of whom are children, women, and the elderly. The OIC considered this an extension of the war crime and genocide committed by the Israeli occupation against the Palestinian people.
The organization held Israel, the occupying power, fully responsible for these ongoing crimes against the Palestinian people. It also called on the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to assume its responsibilities by implementing an immediate cessation of Israeli aggression, opening the crossings, ensuring the delivery of humanitarian aid to all parts of the Gaza Strip, confronting attempts at annexation and the displacement of the Palestinian people from their land, and providing international protection for the Palestinian people.
The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates condemned Israel's resumption of its aggression against Gaza, launching airstrikes on various areas across the enclave that have resulted in the deaths and injuries of hundreds of civilians.
The ministry's official spokesperson, Ambassador Sufian al-Qudah, stressed the need for Israel to adhere to the ceasefire agreement in all its phases, which was achieved through Qatari, Egyptian, and American efforts. He warned of the potential for regional escalation if Israel continues its aggression against Gaza.
The judges called on the international community to assume its legal and moral responsibilities and compel Israel to immediately halt its aggression against Gaza, ensure the implementation of the ceasefire agreement in all its stages, restore electricity to Gaza, and open the crossings designated for the delivery of humanitarian aid to various parts of the Strip, which is suffering from an unprecedented humanitarian disaster.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit condemned the brutal Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, which killed and wounded hundreds of people, most of them women and children. He considered the resumption of the massacre in Gaza to be an inhuman act and a challenge to the international will that supported the ceasefire.
In a statement, Aboul Gheit asserted that the Israeli occupation leaders are waging an internal battle at the expense of the blood of children and women in Gaza, that they are risking the lives of Israeli hostages in the Strip, and that they are ignoring the ceasefire agreement, which was supposed to enter its second phase these days.
He stressed the need for the international community to speak out loudly to stop this massacre targeting a people under siege and denied medical and humanitarian aid in an unprecedented campaign of starvation, systematic killing, and ethnic cleansing.
The Secretary-General called on the international community to pressure Israel to immediately stop military operations and return to ceasefire negotiations in order to achieve a comprehensive agreement stipulating the exchange of prisoners and a final end to the war.
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