Arab Nations Push for UN Suspension of Israel Over Gaza and Doha Strike
Arab and Islamic leaders have called for Israel’s suspension from the United Nations, citing ongoing actions in Gaza and a recent airstrike on Qatar as violations of the UN charter. The move follows an emergency summit in Doha, where leaders from the League of Arab States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation convened to discuss the matter. In their statement, the leaders urged member nations to assess the compatibility of Israel’s UN membership with its charter and coordinate efforts to suspend the country from the organization. The summit comes after the Israeli airstrike on Doha, which killed six people, including a Qatari security officer. The leaders accused Israel of escalating tensions and undermining international mediation efforts, as Qatar had been a key venue for peace talks between Hamas and Israel. They called on all states to review diplomatic and economic relations with Israel and take legal measures to stop Israeli actions, including sanctions and the suspension of arms exports. Israel has denied the accusations, stating that the Doha strike targeted Hamas officials. However, Arab and Islamic leaders have condemned the attack as a dangerous escalation of hostilities.
The ongoing Israeli offensive in Gaza, which began on October 7, 2023, has resulted in significant casualties and has drawn widespread international condemnation. Many countries, including Russia and the UN Secretary-General, have criticized Israel’s actions, with the UN calling the Doha strike a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty. The conflict continues to strain diplomatic relations and fuel global debates over the use of force and international law in the region.