Riyadh: In a significant address at the Arab-Islamic summit held in Riyadh, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan emphasized the global responsibility to halt Israeli aggression in Gaza and achieve peace in the region. His speech highlighted Jordan's steadfast position on the Palestinian issue and urged for immediate action to prevent further escalation and loss of life. According to Jordan News Agency, King Abdullah II called for decisive and urgent measures to stop the violence and destruction, save lives in Gaza, and ensure humanitarian aid reaches those in need. He cautioned that the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon could escalate into a larger war, affecting global stability, and urged the international community to intervene effectively to protect innocent lives. Politicians and academics remarked that the King's speech was comprehensive and bold, addressing the grave developments in the region due to Israeli actions in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon. The speech was seen as a call for influent ial nations to transition from mere statements to concrete actions, reflecting Jordan's commitment to fostering a unified Arab and Islamic stance. The speech also highlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the protection of holy sites, underscoring King Abdullah's significant role as the custodian of Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem. His Majesty condemned the extensive destruction inflicted on Gaza and criticized the international community's silence, which he argued has emboldened Israeli actions and opened a potential new front with Lebanon. Rafiq Kharfan from the Department of Palestinian Affairs noted the King's urgent call to cease the war immediately, warning against the broader conflict's dire consequences. Political analyst Munther Al-Hiwarat highlighted the speech's reiteration of Jordan's clear stance on the Palestinian issue and the international community's responsibility to act against Israeli violations. Mazen Riyal, secretary general of the Jordan Hasad Party, further comme nted on the King's remarks regarding the disproportionate value placed on Palestinian lives compared to Israeli ones. Professor Amin Mashaqbeh from the University of Jordan echoed this sentiment, stressing the importance of addressing future generations about the world's failure to halt the war.
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