RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is set to host an Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, focusing on Israel’s ongoing attacks on Gaza and Lebanon. Leaders from various Arab and Islamic nations will gather to discuss strategies for halting the violence and supporting affected civilians. The summit, which will begin in the coming hours, aims to foster a unified stance and prompt global action on the escalating conflict.
Leaders Arrive in Riyadh
Leaders and representatives from several nations have already arrived in Riyadh. Saudi state broadcaster Al-Ekhbariya aired footage of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati landing in the capital. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif are also expected to participate, underscoring the summit’s significance for the region.
Urgent Action on Gaza and Lebanon
The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) has emphasized the urgency of the summit, describing Israel’s actions in Gaza and Lebanon as an “aggression” that necessitates immediate intervention. SPA outlined the summit’s primary goals, stating, “Key priorities include halting the aggression, protecting civilians, providing support to the Palestinian and Lebanese people, unifying positions, and exerting pressure on the international community to take decisive steps to end the ongoing attacks and establish lasting peace and stability in the region.”
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Calls for a Unified Stand and International Pressure
Saudi Arabia is pushing for a collective response that could influence international opinion and press key players to act. By rallying leaders from across the Arab and Islamic world, Riyadh aims to amplify the region’s voice on the global stage and push for a resolution that addresses the humanitarian toll in Gaza and Lebanon.
The summit reflects a renewed commitment among Arab and Islamic nations to engage diplomatically and work toward ending the cycle of violence. However, whether these efforts will lead to concrete action or remain symbolic gestures remains a critical question.
Previous Summit on Israel-Gaza Conflict
This summit comes almost exactly one year after a similar meeting in Riyadh between the Arab League and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). During that gathering, leaders condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza as “barbaric.” However, they stopped short of agreeing on specific actions against Israel, despite calls from some members to sever economic and diplomatic ties. This history of division underscores the challenge of reaching a consensus on how to respond effectively to Israel’s policies.
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