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- Leaders expressed their firm rejection of Israel’s collective punishment against the Palestinian people
LONDON: Jordan’s King Abdullah and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi have jointly welcomed the announcement of a temporary humanitarian truce in Gaza, Jordan News Agency reported.
During a meeting in Cairo, the leaders emphasized the urgent need for a permanent cease-fire and the continuous delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza.
They expressed their firm rejection of the policies of starvation and collective punishment imposed on the Palestinian people. They also opposed any attempts to internally or externally displace Palestinians from Gaza.
Both leaders reiterated their countries’ unwavering support for the Palestinian cause. They urged the international community to take advantage of the current truce to provide relief to those suffering in Gaza and to help alleviate the humanitarian crisis.
Discussions also focused on efforts aimed at regional stability that must begin with a political process working toward securing Palestinians’ legitimate rights and establishing an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital.
King Abdullah highlighted the crucial role of the humanitarian truce in preventing the conflict in Gaza from escalating and in supporting efforts to end the war. He praised Egypt and Qatar for their roles in achieving the truce.
The king also lauded Egypt’s efforts in increasing aid to Gaza, treating injured Palestinians, and evacuating foreign nationals. Meanwhile, he expressed concern over the potential catastrophic consequences if Israel’s ground operations in Gaza continue or expand.