Iraq condemns escalating violence in Gaza
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) — The Iraqi government has strongly denounced what it described as the continued crimes being carried out by the Israeli military in Gaza, calling on the international community to take decisive action in response to the growing humanitarian crisis.
In a statement issued by government spokesman Basim Alawadi, Iraq reiterated its firm condemnation of the targeting of Palestinians and the systematic obstruction of humanitarian aid deliveries to the besieged enclave.
'More than seventy martyrs have fallen and hundreds have been wounded in the past 24 hours alone,' Alawadi said, referring to ongoing Israeli bombardments. 'Among these were disgraceful crimes committed against desperate civilians gathered at aid distribution points, seeking food for hundreds of thousands of families deprived of life's most basic needs.'
Iraq holds the international community responsible for its failure to address the root causes of the conflict. The statement cited the global inaction on establishing a political solution based on the Palestinian people's right to their historic homeland as a key factor enabling continued aggression.
Baghdad reiterated its support for a just and comprehensive solution grounded in international law and UN resolutions, particularly the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. It warned that any alternative path that ignores these principles will only prolong regional instability.
In addition to its political stance, Iraq demanded the immediate and unhindered entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza and condemned the use of starvation as a method of warfare.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Shafaq News
24 minutes ago
- Shafaq News
Pezeshkian: No peace without Immediate End to Israeli airstrikes
Shafaq News/ Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned, on Friday, that de-escalation hinges entirely on an 'immediate and unconditional stop' to Israeli military operations. Pezeshkian stressed that Iran seeks peace but will not remain passive under attack, stating on X, 'We have always pursued regional stability, but if the aggression persists, our response will intensify. The enemy [Israel] will come to regret its actions.' ما همواره در پی صلح و آرامش بوده‌ایم، اما در شرایط فعلی تنها راه پایان جنگ تحمیلی، «توقف بی‌قید و شرط» تجاوز دشمن و تضمین قطعی برای پایان ماجراجویی‌های تروریست‌های صهیونیستی برای همیشه است. در غیر این صورت پاسخ‌های ما به دشمن سخت‌تر و پشیمان‌کننده‌تر است. — Masoud Pezeshkian (@drpezeshkian) June 20, 2025 Earlier today, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reaffirmed that Iran would not engage in dialogue with any party while Israeli airstrikes persist.
Shafaq News
2 hours ago
- Shafaq News
Israeli Army: We are preparing for escalation against Iran
Shafaq News/ Iran can continue launching attacks against Israel, and the army is working to eliminate these threats, Israeli military spokesman Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin said on Friday. 'Iran has military capabilities and will strike us again in the future. We are prepared to confront it,' Defrin stated in a press briefing. He emphasized that 'the security and safety of Israeli citizens remain our top priority,' adding that Israel is facing days filled with challenges. 'The Israeli army is engaged on seven fronts, including Hamas in Gaza, and we are working to remove all threats.' The spokesman noted that military operations will continue and expand until our objectives are achieved. 'We cannot live under the shadow of a nuclear Iran. We will fight until our goal is accomplished,' he concluded. ✈️ The IAF continues its mission to maintain aerial superiority in Iranian airspace. Fighter jets struck several Iranian missile systems and radar installations in the areas of Isfahan and Tehran, which were intended to target IDF aircraft and disrupt their operations. This… — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) June 20, 2025
Shafaq News
2 hours ago
- Shafaq News
Israeli Defense Minister warns Hezbollah: Israel's patience has run out
Shafaq News/ Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning to Lebanon's Hezbollah on Friday, calling on the group to learn from past confrontations and avoid further escalation. In a post on X, Katz wrote, 'I advise Hezbollah to be careful and realize that Israel's patience has run out with terrorists who threaten it.' He further claimed that Hezbollah's leadership 'has not learned from the fate of those before them,' accusing the group's deputy leader, Naim Qassem, of 'taking orders from the Iranian dictator Ali Khamenei.' Katz warned that any action from Hezbollah 'will mean its total elimination.' מזכ"ל החיזבאללה לא לומד לקח מקודמיו ומאיים לפעול נגד ישראל בהתאם להוראת הדיקטטור האיראני.אני מציע לפרוקסי הלבנוני להיזהר ולהבין שישראל איבדה את הסבלנות כלפי טרוריסטים שמאיימים עליה.אם יהיה טרור - לא יהיה חיזבאללה. — ישראל כ'ץ Israel Katz (@Israel_katz) June 20, 2025 His remarks came a day after Hezbollah's Naim Qassem said the United States and Israel would not succeed in subduing Iran. He affirmed Tehran's right to self-defense and urged resistance groups to raise their voices and display strength and courage. Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei posted on his official X account, writing, 'The Zionist enemy is being punished — it is being punished right now.' — الإمام الخامنئي (@ar_khamenei) June 18, 2025
