Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, 21 Muslim-majority countries have issued a strong joint condemnation of Israel’s recent military actions against the Islamic Republic of Iran, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to diplomatic dialogue.
The joint statement, released on June 17, 2025, was shared publicly by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar via X (formerly Twitter). It represents a unified stance by Foreign Ministers from countries including Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and the UAE, among others, in response to Israeli strikes that began on June 13.
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The signatories denounced the Israeli attacks as clear violations of international law and the UN Charter. Emphasizing the importance of respecting national sovereignty and peaceful conflict resolution, the statement also warned of the severe threat these escalations pose to regional peace and stability.
Additionally, the statement voiced strong opposition to any targeting of nuclear facilities, noting such actions would breach international law and the Geneva Conventions. The ministers urged all regional actors to join the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and highlighted the need for a nuclear-free Middle East.
The declaration concluded with a call for renewed diplomacy, urging all parties to prioritize dialogue and international law over military action as the only sustainable path to regional stability and peace.
