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Muslim Ministers Decry Israel's Gaza Strikes, Warn of Instability

2/2/2026

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Muslim Ministers Condemn Israel

Eight Muslim foreign ministers condemned Israel's Gaza airstrikes as ceasefire violations.
A letter signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and others argues the strikes jeopardize regional stability.
The Israel Defense Forces said the strikes targeted Hamas and Islamic Jihad commanders in response to a ceasefire breach.
Israel announced a ban on Doctors Without Borders (MSF) for not complying with new security requirements.
MSF plans to cease operations in Gaza by the end of February.

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Ali Shaath Urges Ceasefire

Ali Shaath, head of the National Committee for Gaza (NCAG), expressed condolences and urged all parties to maintain the ceasefire.
The National Committee for Gaza aims to manage civil services but has yet to operate within Gaza.
Israeli attacks have killed 524 people and injured 1,360 since October 10, with 90% of Gaza's civilian infrastructure devastated.
The United Nations estimates reconstruction costs could reach $70 billion.

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Muslim Ministers Condemn Israel

Eight Muslim foreign ministers condemned Israel's Gaza airstrikes as ceasefire violations.
A letter signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and others argues the strikes jeopardize regional stability.
The Israel Defense Forces said the strikes targeted Hamas and Islamic Jihad commanders in response to a ceasefire breach.
Israel announced a ban on Doctors Without Borders (MSF) for not complying with new security requirements.
MSF plans to cease operations in Gaza by the end of February.

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