New york: A multilateral summit bringing together the leaders of the United States and eight member states of the Arab League and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was held at the United Nations Headquarters. This meeting took place on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
According to Emirates News Agency, the summit was initiated by Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, and co-hosted by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of Qatar. The gathering included notable figures such as His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey, President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan, Prime Minister Moustafa Kamal Madbouly of Egypt, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan from the United Arab Emirates, and Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia.
The leaders expressed gratitude to President Trump for convening the sum
mit and discussed the dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. They highlighted the severe humanitarian challenges and the high human toll in Gaza, emphasizing its broader regional impact. The leaders collectively rejected any form of forced displacement and called for the return of displaced individuals.
The discussions underscored the necessity of ending the ongoing conflict through an immediate ceasefire. The leaders stressed the importance of releasing hostages and facilitating the entry of humanitarian aid as initial steps toward achieving a just and lasting peace. They pledged to work collaboratively with President Trump, acknowledging his pivotal role in ending the conflict and fostering a pathway to peace.
A significant focus was placed on developing a detailed stabilization plan, ensuring stability in the West Bank and safeguarding Jerusalem’s Holy Sites, while also supporting Palestinian Authority reform initiatives. The leaders advocated for a comprehensive reconstruction plan for Gaza, bas
ed on existing Arab and OIC frameworks, with international support to bolster Palestinian leadership.
In conclusion, the summit participants committed to maintaining momentum following the meeting, aiming to initiate a process that paves the way for future peace and regional cooperation.