Eight Nations Condemn Israel for Gaza Ceasefire Violations

A coalition of eight Arab and Muslim nations has jointly condemned Israel for what they describe as serious violations of a ceasefire in Gaza, warning that continued military operations threaten to derail a U.S.-backed peace plan. The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, Pakistan, and Indonesia issued the statement on Thursday, August 6, 2026.

The ministers strongly condemned ongoing Israeli attacks targeting healthcare facilities, civilian infrastructure, and Palestinian civilians, including women and children. They stated these actions constitute a clear breach of international law and the "Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict," a roadmap announced after U.S. President Donald Trump stated Palestinian factions had accepted its framework. The group warned that the continuation of military campaigns undermines efforts to implement the plan's second phase, risks reigniting escalation, and deepens the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.

According to Gaza health authorities cited in one report, more than 1,200 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks since a U.S.-mediated truce took effect in October 2025. The...