Arab, Muslim nations condemn Israel's plan for Gaza City takeover
Some 20 countries, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, said the plan constituted "a flagrant violation of international law, and an attempt to entrench the illegal occupation and impose a fait accompli... in contravention of international legitimacy".

Women and children look out from a damaged building as Palestinians carry aid supplies that entered Gaza through Israel, in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, August 2, 2025. Photo: Reuters
Several Arab and Muslim countries on Saturday (9 August) condemned as a "dangerous escalation" Israel's plan to take control of Gaza City.
Some 20 countries, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, said the plan constituted "a flagrant violation of international law, and an attempt to entrench the illegal occupation and impose a fait accompli... in contravention of international legitimacy".