MPR deputy speaker calls on OIC to step up pressure on Israel
The People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) has called for stronger sanctions against Israel from the Organization for Islamic Cooperation (OIC), criticizing the group for failing to move beyond normative statements as Israeli politicians increasingly campaign on Palestinian displacement ahead of the upcoming election.
The People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) has urged the Organization for Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to intensify pressure on Israel, criticizing the group for solely issuing normative statements. This call came in response to a joint statement from eight OIC members, including Indonesia, which condemned a Gaza displacement proposal proposed by Israeli security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
MPR deputy speaker Hidayat Nur Wahid pointed out that repeated diplomatic statements have not managed to influence Israel's actions, which continue to contravene international laws, particularly in Jerusalem. He emphasized that these nations should not merely repeat statements but must demonstrate their commitment by severing economic ties with Israel, including those that have "normalized" relations.
Indonesia, although maintaining unofficial channels with Israel, has no official diplomatic ties with the country. Meanwhile, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, and the UAE have retained diplomatic relations with Israel despite their strong criticisms of its actions against Palestinians.
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