Riyadh – Ministers from Arab and Muslim countries will embark on a tour starting in China, announced Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan. The tour is part of the Islamic Ministerial Committee’s efforts to implement decisions made during the Arab-Islamic summit held in Riyadh earlier this month.
Prince Faisal, speaking at the IISS Manama Security summit in Bahrain, emphasized that the visit to China is the initial step in a series of visits to various capitals. The objective is to convey a strong message advocating for an immediate ceasefire and the facilitation of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs shared Prince Faisal’s comments on its official Twitter account, along with a video clip of his statement. In the video, Prince Faisal highlights the urgency of ending the fighting and emphasizes the need to alleviate the suffering of Gaza’s population.
Additionally, Prince Faisal engaged in discussions with European Union foreign policy official Josep Borrell to address the developments in Gaza. Following the meeting, Prince Faisal expressed his concerns regarding the insufficient attention given to the necessity of an immediate ceasefire, despite the international community’s consensus on the importance of peace.
“While our long-term goal remains the establishment of a Palestinian state that ensures security for all in the region, our current priority is to end the ongoing fighting,” stated Prince Faisal during the press briefing. He stressed the imperative of collaborative efforts to halt the violence and alleviate the civilian suffering endured daily in Gaza.
The conflict in Gaza has witnessed relentless bombardments and a ground offensive by Israel, resulting in a devastating toll. As per the latest reports, the death toll has reached 12,300, and over one million people have been displaced.
The upcoming diplomatic tour of Arab and Muslim ministers to China and other capitals signifies a concerted effort to bring about an immediate ceasefire and pave the way for the entry of vital humanitarian aid into Gaza. The international community continues to closely monitor the situation, hoping for a swift resolution that will bring lasting peace to the region.
