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Muscat Daily
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Muscat Daily
GCC demands urgent global action to end Gaza blockade
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has called for immediate international action to end the siege on Gaza and ensure the entry of humanitarian aid, amid what it described as ongoing crimes by Israeli forces against Palestinians. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, Secretary General of the GCC, said the member states condemned the blockade, which has prevented the delivery of essential aid, resulting in a worsening humanitarian crisis. He said the situation reflected a clear breach of international humanitarian law and the Geneva Conventions. 'The Israeli occupation bears full responsibility for the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, including its policy of collective starvation,' Budaiwi said. 'This constitutes a war crime that requires urgent accountability.' He urged the international community, including states, institutions, and organisations, to take immediate steps to stop the siege, end the violence, and open the crossings to allow urgent humanitarian relief into Gaza. Budaiwi reaffirmed the GCC's support for the Palestinian people and their right to freedom, dignity, and self-determination, as well as a just and lasting peace based on UN resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. Meanwhile, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) warned of extreme food shortages in Gaza. 'We are receiving desperate messages of starvation from Gaza, including from our colleagues,' the agency said in a statement on Monday. UNRWA reported a 40-fold increase in food prices, highlighting a receipt showing 1kg of sugar priced at $100, with flour, rice, and lentils each costing between $23 and $30. The cost of these four basic items totalled $183. The agency said it has enough food stockpiled just outside Gaza to support the population for over three months, but the aid has not been allowed to enter. 'The suffering in Gaza is manmade and must be stopped,' UNRWA stated, calling for an end to the blockade and the immediate and large-scale entry of aid.
Sharjah 24
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
UAE FM attends Extraordinary Meeting of GCC Ministerial Council
The meeting was attended by foreign ministers of the GCC member states, as well as Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The council discussed the latest developments following the Iranian attack targeting the State of Qatar. The convening of the meeting reaffirmed the unity of the Gulf states in standing with Qatar and underscored that the security and stability of Qatar are an integral part of the security and stability of the GCC. His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan strongly condemned and denounced the Iranian attack on Qatari territory, describing it as a blatant violation of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace and a clear breach of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. His Highness affirmed the UAE's full solidarity with the State of Qatar, praising the country's efficient and professional response to the attack to safeguard the safety of its citizens and residents. His Highness also commended Qatar's commitment to restraint and wise handling of the current situation. His Highness Sheikh Abdullah noted that the ministerial meeting reflects the unity of the Gulf ranks and the depth of solidarity among GCC countries in facing the challenges and threats targeting their security and stability. His Highness stressed that the Arab Gulf states stand together to protect their sovereignty and the interests of their peoples, based on their brotherly ties and shared destiny, and will continue their developmental journey with confidence to ensure long-term security, prosperity and well-being. His Highness added that adopting dialogue and diplomatic means remains the best approach to resolving regional crises, contributing to the restoration of peace and stability, and safeguarding regional and international security.
Dubai Eye
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
GCC condemns Iran's attack on Qatar, reaffirms regional solidarity
The Ministerial Council of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has denounced the Iranian missile attacks on the Al Udeid air base in Qatar, describing it as a "blatant violation of Qatar's sovereignty", during an "extraordinary meeting" in Doha. It was attended by foreign ministers of the GCC member states, including Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, GCC Secretary-General. It took place amid heightened regional tensions and served as a platform for the Gulf states to demonstrate their unified stance, stating that the strikes violated Qatar's airspace, international law and the United Nations Charter. Discussions at the Council meeting included the latest regional and international developments, particularly the need to strengthen joint Gulf action and uphold regional security through peaceful means. The Council also condemned the ongoing Israeli aggression in Gaza, denouncing the killing of civilians, the expansion of military operations across the Strip, and the obstruction of humanitarian aid. It called for the immediate resumption of negotiations to achieve a lasting ceasefire and ensure urgent aid delivery to affected civilians. The Council also welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire brokered by US President Donald Trump between Iran and Israel. It acknowledged Qatar's mediatory role in supporting ceasefire efforts and stressed the urgency of seizing this opportunity for de-escalation. The Council praised Oman's facilitation of US-Iran negotiations on nuclear issues and encouraged continued international mediation. Moreover, the Council reiterated the importance of the GCC's Joint Security Vision, unveiled in March 2024, which emphasises diplomacy and dialogue as central pillars for overcoming conflict. Finally, the Council highlighted the necessity of securing regional airspace, maritime routes and energy infrastructure, while voicing concern over attacks on commercial vessels and threats to international trade. It reaffirmed the GCC states' commitment to safeguarding energy markets and promoting regional and global stability.
Al Etihad
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Abdullah bin Zayed attends 49th Extraordinary Meeting of GCC Ministerial Council in Doha
25 June 2025 00:26 DOHA (WAM)His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tuesday participated in the 49th Extraordinary Meeting of the GCC Ministerial Council, held in the State of meeting was attended by foreign ministers of the GCC member states, as well as Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation council discussed the latest developments following the Iranian attack targeting the State of convening of the meeting reaffirmed the unity of the Gulf states in standing with Qatar, and underscored that the security and stability of Qatar is an integral part of the security and stability of the Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan strongly condemned and denounced the Iranian attack on Qatari territory, describing it as a blatant violation of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace, and a clear breach of international law and the Charter of the United affirmed the UAE's full solidarity with the State of Qatar, praising the country's efficient and professional response to the attack to safeguard the safety of its citizens and residents. He also commended Qatar's commitment to restraint and wise handling of the current Abdullah noted that the ministerial meeting reflects the unity of the Gulf ranks and the depth of solidarity among GCC countries in facing the challenges and threats targeting their security and stressed that the Arab Gulf states stand together to protect their sovereignty and the interests of their peoples, based on their brotherly ties and shared destiny, and that the states will continue their developmental journey with confidence to ensure long-term security, prosperity, and well-being. He added that adopting dialogue and diplomatic means remains the best approach to resolving regional crises, contributing to the restoration of peace and stability, and safeguarding regional and international security.
Filipino Times
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Filipino Times
UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other GCC countries strongly condemn Iran's strike on Qatar
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have condemned Iran's missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, calling it a clear violation of Qatar's sovereignty and a threat to regional security. GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi stated that the attack poses a direct threat to all member states and urged the international community and the UN Security Council to take action to prevent further escalation and maintain regional peace. 'At a time when Qatar and the GCC states are strongly condemning Israeli attacks on Iranian territory and are exerting every effort toward achieving a ceasefire and mediating a resolution, they are taken by surprise by this Iranian missile attack, which constitutes a breach of all international norms, treaties, and laws,' he said. Iran launched several missiles at the American military base in Qatar on Monday in retaliation for a U.S. strike on its nuclear facilities. Qatari officials confirmed that all missiles were intercepted and no casualties were reported. In separate statements, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain also denounced the attack, expressing solidarity with Qatar. The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reaffirmed its strong rejection of any attack that threatens Qatar's safety and called for diplomatic solutions to stop military escalation. 'The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of Al Udeid Air Base in the State of Qatar by the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, considering it a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Qatar and its airspace, which constitutes a clear violation of international law and the UN Charter,' MoFA said in a statement. 'The UAE reaffirmed the urgent need to halt military escalation, and warned against continued acts of provocation that threaten to destabilize regional security and risk dragging the region into dangerous paths with catastrophic repercussions for international peace and security,' it added. Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia echoed the same stance, stressing that Qatar's security is part of their own and that they stand united in safeguarding peace and stability in the Gulf.
