Malaysia, 11 nations condemn Israeli airstrikes on Syria

Malaysia, alongside eleven other nations, has strongly condemned Israel's airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur military airbase in northwestern Syria. The joint statement, issued by the foreign ministers of Malaysia, Turkiye, Algeria, Indonesia, Jordan, Lebanon, Mauritania, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Somalia, labeled the attacks as an "extreme escalation" and a "blatant violation" of Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The nations expressed deep concern over Israel's continued actions against Syria, warning that they risk undermining the country's efforts to restore security, rebuild its institutions, and address the humanitarian consequences of the prolonged conflict. The statement was released amid rising regional tensions, with the twelve countries cautioning that sustained military actions within Syrian territory could jeopardize the peace and stability of the entire region.

Furthermore, the signatories emphasized the obligation of all parties, including Israel, to adhere to international law and the United Nations Charter to prevent further escalation. They called upon the international community to adopt a firm, clear, and principled stance against what they described as persistent aggressive actions targeting Syria. The countries urged concrete measures, in line with international law, to halt these violations.

Additionally, the statement called for full respect of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied areas. This, they stated, is crucial for de-escalating tensions and safeguarding regional peace and stability. The 1974 agreement, established after the 1973 Arab-Israeli War, delineates a buffer zone and troop separation, with the UN Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) monitoring its implementation.