Eight Muslim-majority nations condemn Katz and Ben-Gvir proposals on Gaza emigration

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Qatar, Egypt, Indonesia, and Pakistan issued a joint statement condemning proposals by Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to encourage the emigration of Gaza residents. The nations labeled these statements as provocative, warning that such rhetoric could lead to grave consequences. The statement further emphasized that these positions undermine international efforts to establish peace and stability in the region. According to the Times of Israel, this diplomatic response follows growing international concern regarding potential plans for the forced displacement of the population in Gaza.