On October 21, 2023, leaders and envoys convened in Cairo to discuss the escalating Gaza Strip crisis.
Egypt's aim was to unite international perspectives, emphasizing humanity's shared values that reject violence and terror.
The summit highlighted the plight of innocent civilians in both Israel and Palestine and emphasized adhering to international humanitarian laws.
A critical point was the importance of ensuring the uninterrupted flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza's people.
The summit warned of the potential for the conflict to spread to other regional areas.
A major objective was to reassess strategies for addressing the longstanding Palestinian issue.
Egypt advocated for a renewed political will, aiming for the establishment of a Palestinian State along the 1967 borders.
It criticized past efforts as merely managing the conflict rather than seeking a permanent solution.
The text underscored the global inconsistency in addressing humanitarian crises and denouncing acts of violence.
Egypt emphasized the equal worth of all lives, lamenting the world's hesitation to condemn ongoing violence in Palestine.
Palestinians should have rights like others, including life, housing, healthcare, and education, and importantly, statehood.
Egypt expressed gratitude to the nations and organizations that attended the summit despite tight schedules.
The country affirmed its commitment to peace and supporting Palestinian rights, aspiring for a two-state solution.
Egypt warned against any attempts to undermine the Palestinian cause and vowed to protect its sovereignty and security.
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