Key Points
- The foreign ministers of these countries reject the Israeli proposal to transfer Gaza residents to Egypt
- Ministers call for full implementation of Trump Plan to support Palestinian Rights and regional stability
- Ministers support a two-state solution, aiming for an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Indonesia, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar have issued a joint statement expressing deep concern over recent Israeli statements regarding the opening of the Rafah Crossing in one direction.
These remarks suggested the possibility of transferring residents of the Gaza Strip to Egypt, a move the Ministers vehemently oppose.
The Foreign Ministers categorically rejected any attempts to forcibly expel Palestinians from their land, reaffirming their commitment to ensuring the right of the Palestinian people to remain in their homeland.
They emphasised the need for the full implementation of the US-proposed plan, often referred to as the “Trump Plan,” which includes provisions for keeping the Rafah Crossing open in both directions, thereby ensuring the free movement of Gaza’s residents and preventing any forced displacement.
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The Ministers also underscored the importance of creating conditions that would allow Palestinians to stay in Gaza, contribute to building their homeland, and improve their humanitarian situation. They stressed that these steps should be part of a larger comprehensive vision aimed at restoring stability in the region.
Appreciating US President Donald Trump’s commitment to regional peace, the Ministers called for the swift and unimpeded implementation of the Trump Plan to achieve security, peace, and regional stability. They emphasized the need to sustain the ceasefire, alleviate civilian suffering, and ensure the unrestricted entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip.
They urged early recovery and reconstruction efforts and the creation of conditions for the Palestinian Authority to resume its duties in Gaza, which will help pave the way for a new era of security and stability in the region.
The Ministers reaffirmed their countries’ willingness to continue working with the United States, as well as regional and international partners, to ensure the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2803 and other relevant UNSC resolutions.
They reiterated their support for a just, comprehensive, and sustainable peace in line with international legitimacy and the two-state solution, aiming for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
