Arab Islamic Summit in Doha: United Stand Against Israeli Aggression
Venue & Timing – Arab Islamic Summit
- The Arab Islamic Summit took place today in Doha, Qatar, bringing together heads of state, prime ministers, and foreign ministers from nearly 50 Arab and Islamic countries.
- The emergency session was called in response to Israel’s recent airstrike on Qatar, which killed five Hamas members and a Qatari security officer.
Background – Arab Islamic Summit
- The Israeli attack on September 9, 2025, escalated tensions across the Middle East, drawing strong condemnation from Gulf nations and the wider Muslim world.
- Leaders emphasized that Israel’s actions violated international law and threatened not only Qatar’s sovereignty but also regional stability.
Participation – Arab Islamic Summit
- Attendees included Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Iran’s President, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, alongside top leaders from the Arab League and OIC member states.
- Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani stated in his opening remarks that Israel’s aggression represents “a grave violation of human rights,” urging the international community to take a fair stance on Palestine.
Draft Resolution – Arab Islamic Summit
- A draft resolution was circulated, condemning:
- Israel’s airstrikes on Qatar and Gaza,
- Expansion of settlements in the West Bank,
- The blockade of Gaza,
- Potential “crimes against humanity” and “genocide” claims.
- The draft also warned that Israeli aggression could derail normalization efforts with Arab states, including the Abraham Accords.
🇵🇰 Pakistan’s Position – Arab Islamic Summit
- Pakistan’s Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar strongly condemned Israeli actions, terming them a violation of international law and the UN Charter.
- He reaffirmed Pakistan’s solidarity with Qatar and Palestine, adding that the attack “is not only against one country, but a direct threat to regional peace and collective security.”
| Possible Measure | Details |
|---|---|
| Legal & Diplomatic Action | Arab states may push Israel’s case to the UN or International Criminal Court. |
| Economic Sanctions | Calls for sanctions or suspension of ties with Israel could gain momentum. |
| Humanitarian Access | Stronger pressure for aid corridors into Gaza, including food and medical relief. |
| Collective Security Measures | Proposal for a joint Arab-Islamic response or security cooperation initiative. |
Summary
The Doha Arab Islamic Summit marked a strong unified response to Israel’s attack on Qatar and its ongoing actions in Gaza. Leaders condemned violations of international law, warned of threats to normalization agreements, and called for concrete actions beyond rhetoric. Pakistan and several other countries urged for both legal pressure and humanitarian support to Palestinians.
