Arab Parliament condemns Israeli plan to seize control of Gaza
CAIRO (WAM) Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, President of the Arab Parliament, condemned the Israeli occupation's plan to impose control over the Gaza Strip, describing it as a "blatant violation" of international law and legitimate international resolutions.In his statements, Al Yamahi affirmed that the continued massacres against civilians in Gaza constitute a crime against humanity, warning that the implementation of such plans would lead to a dangerous escalation and destabilisation of regional security.
He described the situation in Gaza as a "humanitarian catastrophe" and a challenge to the global conscience, calling on the international community, the UN Security Council, and human rights organisations to act immediately to stop the violations and provide international protection for the Palestinian people.
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