By : JD staff editor
Jordan Daiy – Foreign ministers of more than 20 Middle Eastern and Islamic countries issued a joint statement condemning Israel’s recent military strikes on the Islamic Republic of Iran, warning that the escalation could trigger severe consequences for regional stability.
In the wake of what they described as “unprecedented levels of tension” following the Israeli attacks that began in the early hours of June 13, the ministers called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urged all parties to respect international law and the sovereignty of states.
The statement was signed by the foreign ministers of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Bahrain, Brunei, Turkey, Chad, Gambia, Algeria, Comoros, Djibouti, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Somalia, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Libya, Egypt, and Mauritania.
“Grave Concern” Over Regional Escalation
The ministers expressed “grave concern” over the potential consequences of the Israeli strikes, stressing the need to avoid further escalation. “The timing of these attacks comes at a moment of heightened tension across the Middle East,” the statement said. “Urgent efforts are required to de-escalate and reach a comprehensive ceasefire.”
Call for Nuclear Disarmament and Protection of Civilian Sites
Reaffirming support for a nuclear-free Middle East, the signatories emphasized the importance of all regional countries joining the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) without exception.
They also warned against targeting nuclear facilities, particularly those under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), calling such actions a “blatant violation of international law and humanitarian law” under the 1949 Geneva Conventions.
Return to Negotiations Urged
The joint statement underlined the need for a swift return to negotiations as the “only viable path” to reaching a lasting agreement on Iran’s nuclear program.
Maritime Security and Diplomatic Solutions
The ministers reiterated the importance of upholding freedom of navigation in international waterways and cautioned against any actions that could endanger maritime security.
They concluded by emphasizing that the only sustainable solution to the region’s crises lies in diplomacy, dialogue, and adherence to the principles of good neighborliness. “There is no military solution to the current crisis,” the statement said.
