Preparatory Meeting Ahead of Riyadh Summit on Gaza and Lebanon
A crucial preparatory meeting for the upcoming Arab-Islamic summit was held in Riyadh, chaired by Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan. The meeting focused on strategies to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, both of which are currently facing severe Israeli military actions. The summit, scheduled for Monday, November 11, 2024, aims to unify Arab and Islamic nations in their response to the ongoing conflict and to advocate for the protection of civilians in these regions.
Key Discussions and Participants
The agenda for the summit includes discussions on adopting a unified stance against Israeli aggression and finding ways to support the Palestinian and Lebanese populations. Leaders from various Arab and Islamic countries, including Nigeria and Lebanon, have begun to arrive in Saudi Arabia for the summit. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is also expected to advocate for an immediate ceasefire and address the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict.
Impact of Israeli Aggression
Since the onset of the conflict on October 7, 2023, the Israeli military actions have led to significant casualties and displacement in both Gaza and Lebanon. Reports indicate that over 146,000 people have been killed or injured in Gaza, while the situation in Lebanon has resulted in approximately 3,136 deaths and over 1.4 million displaced individuals. The summit seeks to address these humanitarian crises and press the international community for immediate action to halt the violence.
