Makkah, January 16, 2025 – The Muslim World League (MWL) has expressed its strong approval of the recently announced ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, offering gratitude to the State of Qatar, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the United States of America for their instrumental roles in facilitating this critical step toward peace. The ceasefire represents a significant moment in addressing the devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the MWL has voiced its hope that this agreement will bring an end to the ongoing suffering of the Palestinian people.
In a formal statement issued today, Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, emphasized the dire humanitarian toll the conflict has taken on the Gaza Strip. He expressed hope that the ceasefire would mark the end of the horrific tragedy that has befallen the region, with its multifaceted humanitarian and economic consequences. Dr. Al-Issa acknowledged the catastrophic impact of the brutal aggression Gaza has endured and called for sustained efforts to ensure that the suffering of its people ceases, leading to lasting peace.
Dr. Al-Issa further stressed the importance of full commitment to the terms of the ceasefire agreement, urging all parties to ensure a complete cessation of hostilities and for Israeli occupation forces to withdraw from Gaza and all Palestinian territories. He underscored that adherence to the agreement is crucial not only for humanitarian relief but for the restoration of peace and stability in the region.
In addition to the immediate cessation of violence, Dr. Al-Issa highlighted the necessity of addressing the root causes of the conflict. He reiterated the MWL's long-standing position that the Palestinian people must be granted their full rights, with the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state being the foremost of these rights. Dr. Al-Issa reaffirmed the MWL's unwavering support for the Palestinian cause, particularly the establishment of a Palestinian state along the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital—an aspiration that has been central to the pursuit of peace and justice in the region.
The MWL's statement reflects the organization's commitment to advocating for the rights and dignity of the Palestinian people, emphasizing that a just and lasting peace in the Middle East can only be achieved by upholding international principles of fairness and equity. As the ceasefire agreement takes effect, the MWL hopes that it serves as the first step toward resolving the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict, ultimately leading to peace, stability, and the fulfillment of the Palestinian people's rightful aspirations.