Jeddah, 1 November 2023 (WAI): The Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Hissein Brahim Taha, spoke with Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, in a noteworthy diplomatic conversation via telephone, about the heightening Israeli violence towards the Gaza Strip.
The conversation was a critical step in addressing the current issue and alleviating Palestinian suffering.
The Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation urged the European Union to take an active role on the world scene in protecting norms of international law and fundamental humanitarian values.
He underscored the importance of putting an end to Israel’s military assault against the Palestinian people, as well as the importance of creating humanitarian corridors to enable the safe and ongoing supply of humanitarian supplies to Gaza.
Furthermore, he asked the EU to defend the vulnerable Palestinian population and push Israel to comply with its international humanitarian law commitments.
One of his primary aims was the EU’s assistance to the peace process, which would eventually lead to forming an independent Palestinian state in conformity with international law and United Nations resolutions.
In response, EU High Representative Josep Borrell emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire to end the ongoing bloodshed and ensure continuous access to crucial humanitarian supplies for needy people.
He reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to collaborating with regional partners to protect and help civilians by ensuring access to basic supplies such as food, water, medical care, and fuel for Gaza people.
The EU’s representative also stressed the critical significance of finding a just and comprehensive political solution to the Palestinian issue to ensure regional and global peace and security.
This diplomatic interaction demonstrates the commitment of both the OIC and the EU to addressing the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and finding a path to long-term peace.
It emphasizes the need for international collaboration in bringing about a ceasefire of hostilities, providing much-needed humanitarian help, and working toward a comprehensive resolution that solves the region’s long-standing difficulties.
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As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to be a source of global concern, the commitment of major international entities such as the OIC and the EU to actively participate in resolving the conflict is critical.
The telephone contact between the two represents a significant advancement in global endeavors toward fostering peace stability and preserving human rights in the region.
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