Istanbul: Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Jarwan, President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, emphasized the importance of upholding international law and enhancing joint parliamentary action to address the growing challenges threatening regional and international security and stability. In his address at the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, held in Istanbul, Trkiye, he highlighted the need for responsible positions based on dialogue and cooperation rather than escalation, noting that peace is a political and legal choice grounded in respect for state sovereignty and adherence to international law.
According to Emirates News Agency, Al Jarwan condemned the attacks launched by Iran on Gulf and regional countries, which resulted in casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure. He stressed the need for an immediate halt to any actions that threaten state security or endanger civilians and called for de-escalation and a return to diplomatic pathways.
He further underlined the strategic importance of international maritime corridors, especially the Strait of Hormuz, as a vital artery for global trade and energy supplies. He affirmed that ensuring freedom of navigation and protecting these routes is a collective responsibility of the international community, and stated that any threat to them impacts the global economy as a whole.
On the Palestinian issue, Al Jarwan reiterated the right of the Palestinian people to establish an independent state in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions. He stressed that achieving a just and comprehensive peace remains the cornerstone of stability in the Middle East, and asserted that lasting solutions must be built through dialogue and adherence to international law.
Additionally, Al Jarwan emphasized the importance of supporting Lebanon's full sovereignty over its territory, enhancing its internal stability, and preventing any external interference. He praised the announcement of a ceasefire in Lebanon, affirming that the Lebanese people deserve security, peace, and stability.