Türkiye, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have issued a joint call for an end to Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories, emphasizing the need for a two-state solution to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East. Following a meeting of their foreign ministers in Istanbul, the countries released a statement condemning Israeli settlement activities in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem and voicing support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The statement highlighted the countries’ condemnation of violence, illegal settlement expansion, and the forced displacement of Palestinians. It also stressed the importance of unrestricted humanitarian assistance to Gaza and called for urgent reconstruction efforts in the region.
Addressing broader regional tensions, the four countries underscored the necessity of dialogue and diplomacy to prevent further escalation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. They urged all parties involved to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure, advocating for a negotiated settlement to promote stability.
The ministers also emphasized the significance of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, warning against disruptions that could threaten global supply chains of energy, fertilizers, and food. They called for maintaining safe and unrestricted maritime passage in the region.
In addition to Middle Eastern issues, the joint statement condemned Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, civilian infrastructure, and commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait, urging an end to military operations and calling on the Houthis to return to the political process.
Türkiye reaffirmed its commitment to supporting diplomatic initiatives and regional coordination to address security challenges and promote peace. The four countries agreed to continue consultations on regional conflicts, humanitarian concerns, and long-term stability in the region.