Eight countries ‘strongly denounce’ ongoing Israeli violations in Gaza
Foreign ministers from eight Arab and Muslim nations have issued a joint statement condemning Israeli military actions in Gaza, specifically targeting the destruction of healthcare infrastructure. The group demands immediate protection for medical facilities and the unhindered delivery of aid.
Why it matters
This unified diplomatic stance increases international pressure on Israel regarding its conduct in the Gaza conflict and the humanitarian crisis.
Foreign ministers of Arab and Muslim nations slam Israel’s targeting of Gaza’s hospitals, demand action to protect medics and patients.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info An Israeli air strike targeted the medical supplies and pharmaceuticals warehouse of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah, central Gaza, on August 1, 2026 [AFP] By Al Jazeera Staff Published On 6 Aug 2026 6 Aug 2026 Eight Arab and Muslim countries have issued a joint statement expressing their “strongest condemnation and denunciation” of ongoing Israeli violations in the besieged Gaza Strip.
The foreign ministers of the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Egypt reserved their strongest condemnation for the targeting of healthcare facilities and medical infrastructure, alongside attacks on civilian areas and the continued killing of Palestinians, including women and children.
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