In a rare show of unified diplomatic resolve, the foreign ministers of 21 Muslim-majority nations issued a joint statement strongly condemning Israel’s military aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran, calling for an immediate halt to hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy.
The statement, released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Office of the Spokesperson), comes in response to Israeli attacks on Iran that began on June 13, 2025, amid a wider surge in regional tensions. The signatories include countries from across the Arab and Islamic world, among them Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Pakistan, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates.
The ministers unequivocally rejected the attacks as violations of international law and the United Nations Charter, emphasizing the need to respect state sovereignty and territorial integrity. “The recent escalation poses a serious threat to regional peace and stability,” the joint communiqué warned, urging all parties to avoid actions that could trigger a wider conflict in the already volatile Middle East.
Reaffirming their commitment to nuclear disarmament, the ministers called for the establishment of a Middle East zone free of nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction, and pressed for all countries in the region to join the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). The statement also highlighted the dangers of targeting nuclear facilities, particularly those under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards.
In addition, the foreign ministers stressed the importance of preserving the freedom of navigation in international waters and maintaining maritime security, warning against any moves that could disrupt global trade routes.
The joint declaration concluded with a strong appeal for diplomacy over military confrontation. “Only negotiations, grounded in mutual respect and international law, can provide a sustainable resolution to the Iranian nuclear issue and restore peace in the region,” the statement affirmed.
As tensions escalate, the united stance of these 21 nations sends a clear message: diplomacy, not war, must prevail.
