On November 14, 2026, the foreign ministers of 18 countries, including Djibouti, issued a joint statement condemning the Israeli airstrike on the Nasser medical complex in Gaza. The attack, which resulted in multiple casualties among patients and medical staff, was deemed a violation of international humanitarian law. The ministers called for a ceasefire, protection of civilians, and unhindered delivery of aid to the Palestinian population.
The joint statement was signed by Djibouti, Egypt, Qatar, Sudan, Libya, Palestine, Somalia, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Mauritania, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia, Algeria, Kuwait, and Lebanon. The countries expressed their concern over the escalation of the crisis and the fragility of the ceasefire. They also denounced the continued targeting of civilians, including those in tents and shelters for displaced persons.
The ministers emphasized that the attack on the medical complex constitutes a serious breach of international humanitarian law, which grants special protection to healthcare facilities and personnel. They also highlighted the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, particularly with the approach of winter, and the need for urgent assistance. The lack of shelter, water, sanitation, and healthcare services poses significant risks to the displaced populations, especially children and infants.
The joint statement called on Israel to respect its obligations under the ceasefire agreement, the plan proposed by US President Donald Trump, and UN Security Council Resolution 2803 (2025). The ministers demanded that Israel allow the entry of sufficient humanitarian aid, including equipment and supplies, in a safe, sustainable, and unhindered manner. They also urged the international community to intensify its efforts to ensure the respect of the ceasefire and the delivery of aid.
The countries emphasized that the satisfaction of urgent humanitarian needs should not depend on the progress of future phases of the plan. They also called on the US and the Peace Council to intensify their efforts to guarantee the respect of the ceasefire and the lifting of restrictions on aid. The ministers reaffirmed their commitment to coordinating with regional and international partners to consolidate the truce and ensure the implementation of the plan.
The joint statement highlighted the need for the UN and humanitarian organizations to be able to carry out their missions without restrictions. The ministers also emphasized that the credibility of the agreements and the consolidation of the ceasefire depend on the respect of the commitments made. The 18 countries reiterated their concern for the protection of Palestinian civilians and the alleviation of their suffering.
The condemnation of the Israeli attack on the Gaza medical complex reflects the growing concern of the international community over the escalation of the crisis. The joint statement by Djibouti and 17 other countries underscores the need for a collective response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the importance of respecting international humanitarian law.
Key points
- The attack on the Nasser medical complex in Gaza was condemned by 18 countries, including Djibouti, as a violation of international humanitarian law.
- The countries called for a ceasefire, protection of civilians, and unhindered delivery of aid to the Palestinian population.
- The ministers emphasized the need for Israel to respect its obligations under the ceasefire agreement and international humanitarian law.
