Doha - Media & Communication Dept. - 28 October

The State of Qatar expresses its deep concern over the Israeli ground incursion into Gaza Strip, and considers it a dangerous development that will have devastating security and humanitarian effects in the Strip, especially on the safety of civilians and hostages.

It also warns of the catastrophic repercussions on the security and stability of the region, in addition to the mediation and pacification efforts.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stresses that this incursion constitutes a flagrant violation of the resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly on the cessation of the war on Gaza Strip, aid access and the protection of civilians.

In this context, the Ministry calls for urgent action by the international community to respond to the resolution by approving a humanitarian truce in the Strip.

The Ministry warns that the catastrophic Israeli incursion into Gaza Strip is part of a policy of collective punishment and attempts to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from the Strip, forcing civilians to flee or take refuge in neighbouring countries, which is a new Israeli violation of international law and international humanitarian law.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates that the State of Qatar will continue its active contribution to the ongoing diplomatic efforts to find a way out that stops the bloodshed of the Palestinians and ensures a sustainable political solution in accordance with the well-known references.