The Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, said his country would continue to mediate for peace in Gaza, saying, the international community bears responsibility for its failure to stop the catastrophe in Gaza.
The Amir of Qatar told world leaders at the UN General Assembly that after almost a year of conflict, it is no longer tenable to speak of Israel’s right to defend itself without being complicit in justifying their actions.
Speaking at the Assembly’s high-level debate, Thani described the “blatant aggression” against Palestinians in Gaza.
“This is not a war as commonly understood in international relations, but a crime of genocide, by means of sophisticated weapons against a people trapped in a detention camp, where there is no escape from a barrage of aerial bombing.
“With all that has taken place and continues to take place, it is no longer tenable to speak of Israel’s right to defend itself in this context without being complicit in justifying the crime.”he said.
He said it was unfortunate that the Security Council failed to enforce its ceasefire resolution in Gaza and did not grant full UN membership to the State of Palestine, in spite of a General Assembly resolution.
“The State of Palestine’s full UN membership neither establishes its sovereignty nor ends the occupation, but at least it sends a clear message to the far-right government involved in challenging international legitimacy that force does not eliminate rights.
“In addition to its humanitarian efforts, Qatar has engaged in mediation alongside Egypt and the United States to end the conflict in Gaza and secure the release of prisoners and detainees,”he said.
Thani said that in spite of the challenges and attempts to obstruct these efforts, they will continue to mediate to resolve the disputes through peaceful means.
He also expressed concern over the escalation in Lebanon, particularly the targeting of communication devices with complete disregard for the identity or location of those affected.
Thani also referred to other conflicts and crisis, including Yemen, Syria, Sudan and Libya, and the war between Russia and Ukraine.
He urged peaceful settlements of dispute, in line with UN Charter and international law.
The emir reaffirmed Qatar’s commitment to working with international partners and the United Nations to strengthen peace, security, sustainable development, human rights, and the rule of law, to achieve a better future for all. (NAN)
