وزراء القمة العربية الإسلامية يعبرون عن تأييدهم للبيان المشترك لقادة المملكة المتحدة وفرنسا وكندا حول الوضع في غزة والضفة الغربية.

Ministerial Committee Expresses Support for Humanitarian Aid in Gaza

The Ministerial Committee, created by the extraordinary Arab-Islamic summit regarding the situation in Gaza, has warmly welcomed the joint statement from leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Canada. This statement addressed the ongoing crisis in Gaza and the West Bank, emphasizing the urgent need to end hostilities and ensure immediate humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip.

In a recent statement, the Committee expressed its alignment with the firm stance taken by these three leaders against military operations and relentless aggression towards Palestinian civilians in Gaza. It voiced profound concern about the continuation of the Israeli blockade, which is obstructing vital humanitarian aid from reaching the region. The Committee called for a swift, consistent, and large-scale delivery of life-saving humanitarian aid to all individuals in need within Gaza, noting that the deliberate deprivation of essential supplies and the weaponization of humanitarian assistance have pushed the population to the brink of starvation.

The Ministerial Committee affirmed that the Israeli blockade constitutes a violation of the United Nations Charter, associated resolutions, treaties, and international humanitarian law. This blockade exacerbates the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and poses a severe threat to regional security and stability.

The Committee stressed that Israel must permit and facilitate the unobstructed entry of humanitarian aid through all land routes and crossings while also utilizing air and sea delivery mechanisms to alleviate the dire conditions in Gaza. It rejected any justification for withholding basic humanitarian needs from the Palestinian people living in the area.

Amid these pressing concerns, the Committee conveyed alarm regarding Israel’s reported intentions to allow what it termed "limited delivery of aid" to Gaza. It highlighted that this new model for aid distribution contradicts humanitarian principles and international law, aiming instead to exert control over life-saving resources as part of a military strategy. Agencies within the United Nations, along with humanitarian partners, have raised similar warnings.

The Committee emphatically rejected the politicization or militarization of humanitarian aid and condemned Israel’s plans for the forced displacement of the Palestinian population and the annexation of Palestinian territories.

Historically, the United Nations and its humanitarian partners have successfully delivered aid throughout Gaza, adhering to humanitarian principles since 2023, often at great personal risk. They have supported the expansion of humanitarian efforts following the ceasefire established in 2025, despite facing significant Israeli restrictions and harsh conditions.

The Committee acknowledged that the UN and its partners possess the capability and operational frameworks necessary for immediate action to ensure that aid can be directed straight to the Palestinian population in Gaza, ensuring marginalized groups receive support.

Reiterating its stance, the Committee called upon the international community to fulfill its moral and legal responsibilities and urgently intervene to exert pressure on Israel— as the occupying power— to lift the blockade, halt its aggression, cease violations, and comply with UN resolutions, international law, and humanitarian law.

Furthermore, the Committee underscored the immediate and sustained provision of humanitarian assistance to the entirety of Gaza, advocating for the removal of all restrictions and the prompt restoration of essential services, including electricity supplies, water desalination facilities, and healthcare services.

In addition to addressing the crisis in Gaza, the Committee called for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, aligned with UN resolutions, and the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement and prisoner exchange that came into effect on January 19, mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States. This would pave the way for early recovery and reconstruction efforts in the region while executing the Arab-Islamic plan and convening a ministerial conference in Cairo as soon as conditions permit.

The Committee expressed deep concern over Israeli military incursions into the occupied West Bank, coupled with illegal practices such as settlement expansion, house demolitions, and settler violence, all of which undermine Palestinian rights and threaten the quest for a just and lasting peace. These actions also deepen the roots of the ongoing conflict.

As the occupying power, Israel is obligated to protect civilians and fully adhere to international humanitarian law. The Committee firmly rejected any attempts at annexation or illegal unilateral actions aimed at altering the legal and historical status of holy sites in Jerusalem.

In conclusion, the Committee reiterated its unwavering commitment to achieving a political solution to the conflict that recognizes Palestinian rights, including the establishment of the State of Palestine. It aims to implement a two-state solution, allowing coexistence between Palestine and Israel in safety and peace. This objective is grounded in relevant UN resolutions, the Madrid Conference outcomes, the principle of land for peace, and the Arab Peace Initiative, paving the way for sustainable peace and coexistence among all peoples in the region.

Moreover, the Committee affirmed its dedication to actively participating in the high-level international conference scheduled to take place at the United Nations in New York in June, co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and France, to advance these goals.