Condemnation of Bombardment: The Muslim World League (MWL) has strongly condemned the Israeli bombardment of the Al-Zaytoun neighborhood in southern Gaza, which resulted in the destruction of residential blocks and numerous fatalities, including two children.
Violation of Humanitarian Law: MWL Secretary-General Sheikh Dr. Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa denounced the attacks as severe violations of humanitarian and legal standards, highlighting the ongoing suffering of civilians and damage to infrastructure.
Call for International Action: Dr. Al-Issa urged the international community to urgently address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling for an end to the systematic violence against innocent civilians and advocating for global intervention and support.
Makkah, September 7, 2024 — The Muslim World League (MWL) has issued a strong condemnation of the recent bombardment conducted by Israeli occupation forces in the Al-Zaytoun neighborhood, located in southern Gaza. This devastating attack has resulted in the destruction of entire residential blocks, leading to numerous casualties, including the tragic deaths of two children. The ongoing crisis has also left several individuals missing and trapped beneath the debris, exacerbating the humanitarian emergency.
In an official statement released by the MWL General Secretariat, Secretary-General Sheikh Dr. Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa expressed profound outrage and condemnation of these brutal operations. He highlighted that such attacks on civilian areas and infrastructure represent a severe breach of international humanitarian law and standards. The Secretary-General emphasized that these actions constitute grave violations of the rights and safety of innocent civilians.
Dr. Al-Issa called for immediate and decisive intervention from the international community to address the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. He urged global leaders and organizations to take concrete steps to halt the ongoing violence and ensure the protection of civilians. The MWL’s statement underscores the urgent need for international solidarity and action to prevent further escalation and to support the affected populations during this critical time.