In a powerful show of unity and compassion, Arab leaders gathered in Baghdad on Saturday with a heartfelt message: the violence in Gaza must end, and help must reach those suffering—without conditions or delays. Their collective call wasn’t just political—it was deeply human. They pledged to rebuild the shattered lives and communities in Gaza, committing real support to healing a place torn apart by war.
The summit, attended by regional heavyweights including Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, resonated with urgency and empathy. El-Sissi, speaking with unmistakable conviction, stressed that no matter how many diplomatic ties are formed, lasting peace in the Middle East will remain out of reach without justice for Palestinians. “A Palestinian state, grounded in international law, is the only path forward,” he said.
Support for Gaza wasn’t limited to promises. Iraq’s Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced the creation of an Arab fund for Gaza’s reconstruction, with Iraq contributing $20 million—matching another $20 million for Lebanon. He didn’t mince words, describing the ongoing war as a “genocide” marked by “levels of ugliness not seen in modern history.”
The summit wasn’t just about politics—it was a collective plea to restore humanity. Leaders demanded an immediate end to Israeli aggression and insisted that humanitarian aid be allowed to flow freely into Gaza. “Enough is enough,” read the final declaration, delivered with gravity by Iraqi Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein. “The innocent must no longer pay the price of politics.”
The leaders also stood firm against any attempt to force Palestinians from their homes, calling such actions “crimes against humanity” and “ethnic cleansing.” Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas urged internal unity as well, calling on Hamas to relinquish control of Gaza and work with the Palestinian Authority for a better future.
Though overshadowed by U.S. President Donald Trump’s regional visit—one that failed to produce a ceasefire—this summit brought a different kind of power to the table: one rooted in shared pain, shared hope, and a shared duty to protect lives.
The closing message was clear: It’s time to stop the bloodshed, support the survivors, and rebuild Gaza—not as a symbol of destruction, but of dignity and resilience.
