Pakistan and seven other Muslim nations have strongly condemned the actions of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir against Gaza flotilla activists during their detention in Israel.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan, the countries described Ben Gvir’s treatment of the activists as “appalling, degrading, and unacceptable.” The joint statement accused the Israeli minister of deliberately humiliating detainees and violating international humanitarian and human rights laws.
The statement was jointly issued by the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Türkiye, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
Countries Condemn Public Humiliation of Activists
The ministers stated that Ben Gvir’s actions represented a serious attack on human dignity. They stressed that the public humiliation of detainees violated Israel’s obligations under international law.
The statement further condemned what it described as extremist acts of incitement and violence by Israeli forces against Palestinians in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
The eight Muslim countries warned that such provocative actions increase hatred and extremism while damaging international efforts aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace in the region.
Call for Accountability Against Ben Gvir
The joint statement demanded accountability for Ben Gvir’s actions and called for concrete measures to stop repeated provocations and violations.
The ministers also urged the international community to ensure protection of human rights and guarantee humane treatment of all detainees.
They emphasized the importance of respecting international law in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and preventing further actions that could threaten regional peace and stability.
Support for Two State Solution Reaffirmed
The countries reiterated support for a peaceful resolution based on the two state solution. They stated that inflammatory actions and violence continue to obstruct diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the conflict.
The statement came amid growing international concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza Strip and increasing tensions between Israel and pro Palestinian activists attempting to deliver aid through flotilla missions.
The joint declaration was issued in Islamabad on May 24, 2026.