OIC Urges UN Security Council to End Israeli Occupation of Palestine

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has issued a strong call to the United Nations Security Council, urging them to take decisive action beyond a mere ceasefire in Gaza. As reported by Utusan Malaysia, the OIC, represented by Turkey's UN envoy Ahmet Yildiz, emphasized the critical need to address the root cause of the conflict: Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories. This stance reflects the deep-seated concern within the Islamic world regarding the ongoing plight of Palestinians and the persistent Israeli occupation.

During an open debate at the UN Security Council concerning West Asia, Yildiz, speaking on behalf of the OIC, welcomed the existing ceasefire agreement in Gaza and the initiation of its second phase, which aligns with Resolution 2803. However, the OIC's primary focus remains on achieving a comprehensive and lasting solution that involves the complete cessation of the Israeli occupation. This highlights a perspective often articulated by OIC member states, which view the occupation as the fundamental obstacle to peace in the region.

From a Malaysian and broader OIC perspective, the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, is seen as having a moral and legal obligation to ensure the end of the occupation and the realization of Palestinian self-determination. While acknowledging steps like ceasefires as necessary, they are viewed as insufficient without a commitment to resolving the underlying issue of occupation. This viewpoint underscores a commitment to international law and human rights, advocating for a just and equitable resolution that respects the rights of the Palestinian people.

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pihaknya mengalu-alukan perjanjian gencatan senjata di Gaza serta permulaan fasa kedua perjanjian itu selaras dengan Resolusi 2803 Majlis