The Arab League (AL), the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and ten Muslim countries, including Bahrain, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Nigeria, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Turkey, signed a statement sharply condemning the decision of the Israeli parliament (Knesset) to officially annex the West Bank of the Jordan River to the Jewish state. This decision was deemed completely contrary to international law and the resolutions of the UN Security Council.
According to research, this move by Israel has caused widespread outrage in the international community, and it is reiterated that the rights of Palestine to its land, including East Jerusalem, should remain unchanged. Studies in international law and human rights have shown that this decision contradicts existing legal standards and the national rights of Palestinians.
International Reaction and International Law
The statement emphasizes that there has been significant reaction from the international community to Israel's decision to annex the territories of the West Bank. Arab states and the OIC have viewed this action as an attempt to occupy the legitimate land of the Palestinians. International organizations, particularly the UN, are urging the adoption of economic and political measures against Israel.
Occupation of Palestine: Struggling for Hope between Israel and Palestine
The statement also notes that the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, should take action against Israel's occupation policies towards Palestinians. The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Knesset’s document, which contradicts international law, is considered as "a new declaration of war against the Palestinian people."
The West Bank and East Jerusalem: Legal and Human Rights Information
The Israel-Palestine conflict has been ongoing since 1967, and any political agreement must be associated with the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. These agreements carry enormous political significance on a global level. Any steps towards ensuring peace must be linked to the achievement of Palestinian independence and the recognition of East Jerusalem as its capital.
For the creation of an independent and legitimate Palestinian state, it is crucial to respect international commitments, uphold international law, and ensure the implementation of relevant decisions. If these decisions are overturned, it will lead to political issues and raise new questions in international relations.
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