Saudi Arabia, Arab and Islamic countries condemn Israeli strike on Gaza hospital

Saudi Arabia and 17 other Arab and Islamic countries on Saturday condemned an Israeli airstrike on Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, calling on Israel to uphold the Gaza ceasefire and protect civilians and medical facilities. In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of the 18 countries denounced the strike, which caused casualties among patients and medical personnel, saying it violated international humanitarian law, which provides special protection for hospitals and healthcare workers.

For the latest updates on the Israel-Palestine conflict, visit our dedicated page. The 18 countries are Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Jordan, Sudan, Libya, Palestine, Djibouti, Somalia, Algeria, Lebanon, Mauritania, Turkey, Pakistan and Indonesia. The foreign ministers condemned continued Israeli attacks on Palestinian civilians, including strikes targeting tents and other shelters housing displaced people, warning that such attacks undermine the ceasefire and efforts to restore security and stability in Gaza.

The statement expressed grave concern over restrictions on humanitarian aid and shelter materials, including tents, caravans and mobile homes, as well as medical supplies. It warned that inadequate shelter and deteriorating water, sanitation and healthcare services are putting civilians, particularly children and infants, at risk as winter approaches. The ministers urged Israel to fully implement its commitments under the Sharm el-Sheikh agreement, US President Donald Trump's comprehensive plan and UN Security Council Resolution 2803 of 2025, without further delays or additional conditions.

They also called on Washington and the Peace Council to intensify efforts to ensure the full delivery of humanitarian assistance and the lifting of restrictions on aid entering Gaza. The statement reaffirmed the countries’ commitment to working with regional and international partners to consolidate the ceasefire, implement all phases of the plan and increase humanitarian assistance. Read more: Israeli strike kills six at southern Gaza hospital: Civil defense Advertisement Advertisement