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Iran's Foreign Minister Calls for Muslim Countries to Boycott Israel and Impose Sanctions

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The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called on Muslim countries to take decisive action against Israel's genocidal war against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. In an address to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation's (OIC) Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Araghchi emphasized the need for Muslim states to stop making "hollow and inactive condemnations" and instead impose sanctions on Israel, pursuing accountability for its war crimes in the blockaded territory.

Key Takeaways:

  • Abbas Araghchi, the Iranian Foreign Minister, urged Muslim countries to boycott Israel and impose sanctions on the country for its war crimes in Gaza.
  • Islamic countries must mobilize all political, economic, and legal tools, including sanctions, boycotts, and coordinated international pressure against Israel.
  • Araghchi emphasized the need to pursue Israel's accountability at all levels, including in international courts, for its genocide and human rights abuses in Gaza.
  • The Iranian diplomat criticized Israel's attempts to ethnically cleanse the Palestinian territory and annihilate its people.
  • Araghchi called on all nations, regardless of religion or geography, to stand with the Palestinian people in their struggle for justice and dignity.
  • The Gaza offensive is ongoing, with Israel killing over 62,740 Palestinians and injuring at least 158,250 others since October 2023.
  • A mass starvation is gripping the Gaza Strip due to Israel's blockade, with essential supplies being prevented from entering the territory.

Statistics:

  • Over 62,740 Palestinians have been killed by Israel since October 2023, mostly women and children.
  • At least 158,250 Palestinians have been injured since October 2023.
  • Israel's blockade of Gaza has led to a mass starvation in the territory, with essential supplies being prevented from entering the territory.

Sources:

  • Abbas Araghchi, Advice to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation's (OIC) Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (no date provided).
  • Press TV. "Iran's foreign minister calls for Muslim nations to boycott Israel". (no date provided).
  • "The Ministry of Health in Gaza". (no date provided).

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