Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy has strongly condemned Israel's intensified attacks on the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank, accusing the Israeli leadership of deliberately attempting to sabotage a ceasefire agreement and mediation efforts. In statements made on Monday, Fahmy asserted that the Israeli bombardment and military actions reflected a clear attempt to undermine a detailed 15-point roadmap for the second stage of the ceasefire.
Fahmy stressed the necessity of holding Israel fully accountable for its violations against the Palestinian people and its overt attempts to thwart peace initiatives. He emphasized that Israel should not be permitted to achieve its objectives of prolonging and expanding its occupation in Gaza, driven by internal agendas of its leadership. He also condemned statements by Israeli 'Defense' Minister Israel Katz concerning the establishment of three new military-linked outposts in northern Gaza, viewing them as indicative of a plan to reoccupy parts of the territory and a contradiction to peace proposals and UN Security Council Resolution 2803.
He urged the international community to adopt a firm stance to halt Israeli violations, ensure accountability for those responsible, and support efforts to consolidate the ceasefire and alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people. The statements come amid ongoing conflict and discussions surrounding a potential withdrawal from Gaza.