Makkah, December 28, 2024 — The Muslim World League (MWL) has issued a powerful condemnation of the Israeli occupation forces’ recent destruction of a hospital in the Gaza Strip, describing the act as a horrific violation of international and humanitarian laws. In a statement released on December 28, 2024, the MWL decried the burning of the hospital and the forced evacuation of patients and medical staff, highlighting these actions as part of a broader pattern of atrocities committed by Israel against civilians and civilian infrastructure in Gaza.
Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza, calling it a stark example of the Israeli occupation forces' flagrant disregard for the sanctity of human life and the protection of civilian facilities. "The Israeli occupation forces have relentlessly targeted hospitals, schools, and other civilian institutions, without any deterrence, in a direct violation of all established international and humanitarian norms," said Al-Issa in his statement.
The MWL expressed deep concern over the impact these continued attacks are having on the Palestinian population, particularly on vulnerable groups such as patients, medical personnel, and children. The destruction of hospitals and other critical infrastructure in Gaza is exacerbating the already dire humanitarian crisis in the region, which has been further compounded by ongoing violence and military operations.
Al-Issa emphasized that these actions represent a systematic violation of both international law and the principles of human dignity. He called on the global community to take urgent and meaningful steps to hold the perpetrators accountable for their actions. The MWL also urged international organizations and human rights bodies to intervene, ensuring that such attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure are brought to an immediate halt.
The League’s statement underscores its unwavering commitment to defending human rights, promoting justice, and supporting the Palestinian cause. Sheikh Dr. Al-Issa reiterated the MWL's dedication to working alongside the international community to safeguard the rights of innocent civilians and to ensure that the principles of international law are upheld in conflict zones.
As the situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, the MWL's call for accountability and international intervention reflects the growing urgency of addressing the escalating humanitarian crisis in the region. The League's statement further emphasizes the need for a just and lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, one that guarantees peace, security, and dignity for all people involved.