TEHRAN The 21st Session of the D-8 Council of Ministers assembled in the middle of the continuous humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, resulting from Israeli aggression.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi provided a strong declaration emphasizing the D-8s unwavering commitment to supporting Palestine and Lebanon.
He highlighted the organizations swift condemnation of Israels ongoing war in Gaza which began in October of 2023, followed by a special ministerial meeting in Istanbul in June 2024, and the upcoming special summit focused on Palestine and Lebanon.Araghchi highlighted the international communitys failure to hold Israel accountable, associating this to the U.S.s assistance of the Israeli routine.
He specified, The global community has embarrassingly failed to stop acts of hostility, war criminal offenses, crimes versus humanity, and genocide by the Zionist regime.
This is largely credited to the political, military, intelligence, and financial support by the U.S.
administration to Israel.
The upcoming top, he stressed, should send out a powerful message requiring an instant end to Israeli aggressiveness in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, holding Israel and its allies liable.
He likewise required a long-term ceasefire in Gaza, unhindered humanitarian gain access to, realization of Palestinian self-determination, prevention of land addition, instant Israeli withdrawal from occupied areas, and D-8 support for Palestine and Lebanon to overcome the difficulties triggered by the conflict.While acknowledging the draft Cairo Declaration describing improved D-8 cooperation, Araghchi stressed the need for greater financial durability among member states in the face of future shocks, especially considering the opportunities and difficulties provided by new technologies.He concluded by revealing his appreciation for the efforts of the D-8 Secretary General and his team in organizing the summit.Bilateral meetingsThe Iranian Foreign Minister held different bilateral conferences on the sidelines of the D-8 summit in Cairo, concentrating on strengthening relationships with essential partners amidst intensifying regional tensions.In a meeting with Malaysias Minister of Higher Education, Abdul Qadir Zambri, Araghchi highlighted the enduring friendship in between Iran and Malaysia, highlighting Irans clinical and technological developments regardless of Western sanctions.He revealed optimism for enhanced cooperation in innovation, science, culture, industry, and commerce, stating, The D-8 top comes at a crucial time for regional advancements, making it essential for major Islamic nations to unite and synergize efforts versus the hostilities dealt with by Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.
Zambri echoed this belief, stressing Malaysias dedication to closer ties with Iran, especially in education, and its assistance for the Palestinian cause.Both ministers revealed wish for the effective execution of existing arrangements through the Joint Economic Commission.Separately, Araghchi met with Pakistans Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar to go over the intensifying circumstance in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.
Araghchi condemned the Israeli routines actions, blaming the U.S.
and Western nations for offering comprehensive support to Israel.He specified, We are seeing the aggressive Israeli regime destroying the defensive and financial infrastructure of Syria while continuing its criminal offenses in Gaza and Lebanon, and revealed concern about a potential U.S.
and Israeli style to divide and damage Islamic nations, potentially leading to a revival of ISIS.Dar, in reaction, applauded Irans hosting of the recent ECO top and reiterated Pakistans condemnation of Israeli hostility, calling for greater cooperation amongst Islamic countries.
He asserted, We must strengthen our assessments to collectively condemn these aggressions and support individuals of Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria.