The world is holding its breath in front of the dark and heartbreaking picture emerging in the Middle East, where war is raging and sowing death and devastation. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriate Affairs of Egypt, Badr Abdelatty, expressed unequivocal condemnation of the conflict that is ravaging Gaza and causing the loss of innocent lives, widespread destruction and instability in the region. His words resonate like a cry in the face of the horror unfolding before our eyes, affecting the security of international maritime routes.
These statements were made during the Minister’s participation in a meeting of BRICS foreign ministers, held on the sidelines of the meetings of the high-level segment of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. In his speech, the Minister highlighted the challenges facing the bloc’s countries, including geopolitical tensions, threats to peace and security, economic crises, high debt levels, climate change, and crises in the Middle East and the Arab region.
Egypt demands an immediate ceasefire and calls on Israel to respect international humanitarian law, ensuring the protection of civilians in line with its responsibilities as an occupying power. The Minister also stresses the need for unhindered access to humanitarian aid in the Gaza Strip, where the civilian population is suffering the ravages of war.
This diplomatic rhetoric highlights the urgency of the situation and the responsibility of the international community to act to end the violence and restore peace in the region. Calls for the implementation of durable solutions and respect for international law highlight the need for collective action to prevent further suffering and protect the fundamental rights of the affected populations.
In these tumultuous times, when tragedy intertwines with politics and violence seems to have become commonplace, it is imperative that dialogue, diplomacy and international cooperation prevail to pave the way for a more peaceful and just future. Commitment to peace and security must be at the heart of the actions of governments and international organizations, in order to avoid further tragedies and build a world where human dignity is respected and protected.