MUSCAT: The Sultunate of Oman has appealed to the international community to conduct an impartial investigation into Israeli actions in the Gaza Strip, the Oman News Agency reported on Tuesday.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi, urged for Israel to be held responsible for targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure.
The minister noted Oman’s dedication to political solutions and adherence to international law and the need for international intervention to halt the Israel-Hamas war.
Al-Busaidi pointed out that violence would never provide a solution to the Palestinian or Arab-Israeli conflicts and said political dialogue and a strong commitment to peace was required.
He also made a plea for responsible media coverage of the conflict.
In addition, Muscat has called for an immediate ceasefire, the establishment of a monitored truce by UN observers, and the development of plans to provide humanitarian aid directly and immediately to the Gaza Strip.
Al-Busaidi added that Oman and its fellow Gulf Cooperation Council countries were dedicated to supporting humanitarian relief operations in the Gaza Strip and addressing the root causes that have led to the ongoing crisis.
