May 17, 2023
2 mins read

OIC: Palestinian Nakba a dark sign in human conscience

The Nakba Day is observed annually on May 15 by Palestinians to remember the expulsion of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians from their homes after the establishment of Israel in 1948…reports Asian Lite News

On the 75th anniversary of the Palestinian Nakba, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has said that the painful memory of Palestinian Catastrophe is still alive as a “dark sign in the human conscience” and a “setback for the values of freedom and justice.”

The Nakba Day is observed annually on May 15 by Palestinians to remember the expulsion of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians from their homes after the establishment of Israel in 1948.

The OIC recalled the human tragedies it caused, “mass displacement and denial of the legitimate national rights of the Palestinian people, and the repercussions of its chapters, which persist through the practices of Israel, a colonial occupation power.”

The Islamic inter-governmental organisation has recalled the “ethnic cleansing and systematic state terrorism against the Palestinian people, by committing more than 51 massacres that claimed the lives of about 15,000 Palestinian citizens, and the forced displacement of more than 950,000 others, as well as the complete destruction of 531 Palestinian villages.”

While welcoming UN resolution in November 2022 to commemorate the Nakba for the first time in the history of the United Nations, the OIC reaffirmed the responsibility of the international community and its political, legal humanitarian and moral duties to end the Israeli occupation, and activate international justice mechanisms to hold Israel accountable for its crimes against humanity.

It also called the global community to correct the “historical injustice that still hangs over the Palestinian people, and find a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to their cause, in accordance with the relevant international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.”

The OIC said it values the United Nations Relief and Works Agency’s role and its tireless efforts in providing basic services to the estimated 6.5 million Palestinian refugees.

Furthermore, it underlined the need for UNRWA’s continued role as a living witness to the tragedy of refugees, and the embodiment of  the commitment of the international community towards the implementation of UN resolutions and the need to find a just and lasting solution to the issue of the Palestinian refugees.

“The organisation expresses respect and admiration for the Palestinian people, who, despite the recurring chapters and repercussions of this painful catastrophe over the decades, were able to continue their just struggle in all its forms, in order to defend their land, the cradle of civilizations, cultures and monotheistic faiths, and to protect their national identity, while sustaining their efforts to embody their freedom, independence and sovereignty over their national territory,” the OIC said in a statement.

The OIC also reaffirmed its unwavering support for the “inalienable rights” of the Palestinian people, foremost of which their right to return, and the embodiment of the establishment of their independent state on the 4/6/1967 borders, with Al-Quds Ashariff as its capital.

ALSO READ: Sheikh Abdullah, UK Energy Secy review cooperation

Previous Story

Sheikh Abdullah, UK Energy Secy review cooperation

Next Story

Majority of Palestinians favour two-state solution, doubt leadership

Latest from -Top News

Trump Targets BRICS Allies with New Tariff

This move coincides with the ongoing BRICS summit being held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil…reports Asian Lite News US President Donald Trump has announced that an additional 10 per cent tariff will

BRICS Endorses India’s Stand on Terror

The treaty proposed by India within the UN framework aims to provide a comprehensive legal basis for combating terrorism….reports Asian Lite News The leaders’ joint statement, issued after the 17th BRICS summit

BRICS Slams US Tariff Hikes

The leaders criticised developed nations for using environmental issues to justify trade restrictions on developing countries….reports Asian Lite News Rio de Janeiro, July 7 (IANS) Embroiled in a trade war launched by

US Tariffs Pushed to August Amid Talks

In April, Trump announced a base tariff of 10 per cent on most of America’s trading partners and thereafter additional duties ranging up to 50 per cent….reports Asian Lite News US President

Indonesia Joins BRICS Bloc

This year’s BRICS Summit saw an expanded format, reflecting the grouping’s growing relevance in international affairs….reports Asian Lite News Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally welcomed Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto into the BRICS
Go toTop

Don't Miss

Palestine welcomes UN consensus on right to self-determination

Palestine has welcomed the consensus of the Third Committee of

Israel on high alert following deadly attacks

Israel is on heightened alert and has arrested dozens of