Oman participated in an extraordinary OIC meeting addressing Israeli aggression in Palestine. H.E. Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi highlighted Oman’s support for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Gaza. Meetings with Iran and Uzbekistan’s foreign ministers focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and addressing regional developments.
Oman participated in an extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, focusing on the ongoing Israeli aggression in Palestinian territories. H.E. Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs and head of the Omani delegation, reiterated Oman’s commitment to the ceasefire, the full withdrawal of Israeli forces, and the return of displaced persons while ensuring humanitarian aid reaches all areas of Gaza.
H.E. Al-Busaidi emphasized the necessity of establishing an effective international mechanism to halt violations against civilians, lift the blockade on Gaza, and hold Israeli officials accountable for their actions. The extraordinary meeting was chaired by H.E. Lejeune Mbella Mbella, Cameroon’s Minister of External Relations, and included various foreign ministers from OIC member states.
Okey Omani attendees comprised H.E. Ambassador Sheikh Ahmed bin Hashel Al-Maskari, Head of the Gulf Cooperation Council and Regional Neighbors Department, and Minister Plenipotentiary Salem bin Mohammed Al-Busaidi, along with other officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Additionally, H.E. Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi engaged in discussions with H.E. Dr. Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, focusing on bilateral relations and strategies to enhance cooperation while addressing regional concerns.
In summary, Oman reaffirmed its strong position at the OIC meeting in Jeddah regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, advocating for humanitarian efforts and diplomatic solutions. The meetings with foreign ministers from Iran and Uzbekistan further reflect Oman’s commitment to fostering international cooperation and dialogue, emphasizing the importance of addressing regional issues in a constructive manner.
Original Source: timesofoman.com
