Opt nations in the Middle East elevate diplomatic stance for Gaza, Turkey in the lead

In February, eight regional states—Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia—presented a unified diplomatic stance marking an escalation of criticism against the violation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. This collective move reflects the deep concern of strategic powers in the Middle East and South Asia, with Turkey playing a central role in orchestrating this regional response.

The toll of the tragedy: numbers that cannot be ignored

According to data reported by Jin10, Israel’s failure to respect the ceasefire agreement has caused devastating costs. Over a thousand Palestinian victims have fallen due to violations of the agreement’s clauses, a reality that has compelled the eight states to go beyond routine statements and call for concrete measures. This figure is not just a statistic—it symbolizes the failure of international mechanisms to protect civilians.

Threats to stability and the political process

The foreign ministers of the eight countries stated in their declaration that Israel’s actions not only cause immediate damage but also generate structural risks for the entire region. Escalating tensions in the Middle East could undermine efforts by the international community to strengthen peace. They emphasized that continued violations of the agreement threaten Gaza’s transition to a more stable phase and jeopardize the ongoing political process.

Turkey and its coalition: insistence on respecting the peace protocol

Turkey, along with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and other diplomatic partners, reaffirmed that the success of the next phase of the Gaza peace plan depends on the firm commitment of all actors. They called for renewed discipline in respecting international agreements and a deeper involvement of oversight mechanisms. The message from the eight states is clear: without mandatory compliance and consequences for violations, any peace plan remains only on paper.