An emergency meeting of the Organization of Islamic
Cooperation (OIC) convened in Istanbul at the request of Iran,
as tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv continue to rise. The summit served as
a platform for Muslim-majority nations to express solidarity with Iran,
emphasizing the need for unity in the face of regional instability and foreign
aggression.
Iran Urges Global Condemnation of
Israeli Attacks
Speaking on the sidelines, an Iranian diplomat stationed
in New Delhi urged the Indian government to strongly condemn Israeli
military operations, calling them a clear breach of international law.
The diplomat emphasized that silence on such acts undermines the global legal
framework and promotes aggression over diplomacy.
Iran Stands Firm on Nuclear Rights
Iranian President Masoud Peshmerga, during a
discussion with French President Emmanuel Macron, reiterated Tehran’s
unwavering position: Iran will not surrender its nuclear rights, even
under the threat of war. In response, Macron posted on social media platform X,
stating that Iran must fully guarantee the peaceful nature of its nuclear
activities to avoid further escalation.
Erdogan Condemns Israeli Actions, Calls
for Muslim Unity
In a powerful address, Turkish President Recep Tayyip
Erdoğan denounced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu,
likening his actions to “dragging the entire region toward destruction.”
Erdoğan stressed that Muslim nations must set aside internal divisions and
present a united front, warning that the Netanyahu administration poses the
greatest threat to peace in the region.
Diplomatic Engagements and Regional
Coordination
Multiple high-level bilateral meetings took place on the
sidelines of the OIC summit. Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin
Abdulrahman Al Thani held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas
Araqchi, discussing the escalating Israeli aggression against Iranian
territory. The Qatari Foreign Ministry issued a statement labeling
Israel’s actions as a direct violation of Iran’s sovereignty and
international law.
In a follow-up meeting, President Erdoğan and Foreign
Minister Araqchi discussed the urgent need to restart nuclear
negotiations. The Turkish government expressed its readiness to act as a
mediator, advocating for renewed diplomatic dialogue between Iran and the
United States. Erdoğan called for the immediate cessation of Israeli
hostilities, emphasizing that technical-level and high-level talks must
resume without delay to prevent further conflict.
OIC Urges Peaceful Resolution and
Upholding International Law
The OIC Secretary General condemned the continued
aggression by Israel against both Iran and Gaza, calling it unacceptable
and counterproductive to regional peace. He reminded the international
community that, under United Nations resolutions, every nation has the
right to defend its sovereignty—but also a responsibility to pursue
peace.
Iran Denounces Preemptive Israeli
Strike Before June Talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi further criticized
Israel’s airstrikes, which occurred just two days before scheduled nuclear
discussions on June 15. He called the timing of the attack a direct blow
to diplomacy, suggesting that Israel's actions are aimed at undermining
peaceful negotiations before they even begin.
Key Developments You Should Know
- OIC
Summit in Istanbul united Muslim nations in support
of Iran, emphasizing diplomatic solutions over conflict.
- Iran
refuses to compromise on its nuclear program,
despite growing external pressure.
- Erdogan
compared Netanyahu to Hitler, declaring the
Israeli government a major threat to Middle East stability.
- Qatar
condemned Israel’s actions as violations
of Iran’s sovereignty and urged immediate de-escalation.
- Talks
to resume nuclear negotiations between Iran
and the U.S. may gain momentum with Turkey offering to mediate.
- OIC
leaders reaffirmed international law, stressing that
peaceful solutions must replace unilateral military actions.
- Tensions
remain high with risks of escalation, but
diplomatic efforts show signs of revival through regional coordination.
- The
world watches closely as Muslim leaders push for unity,
peace, and dialogue in a region on the edge of crisis.
