Arab League Chief Backs US-Led Gaza Peace Board, Cites Need to Try for Ceasefire
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News18•31-01-2026, 01:15
Arab League Chief Backs US-Led Gaza Peace Board, Cites Need to Try for Ceasefire
- •Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit defended supporting the US-led Board of Peace on Gaza, viewing it as a rare opportunity for a ceasefire after failed diplomatic efforts.
- •Aboul Gheit highlighted Gulf countries' consistent opposition to military escalation and advocacy for diplomatic solutions, despite skepticism surrounding the Board of Peace framework.
- •He contrasted the current US administration's commitment to peace with a previous president who openly identified as a Zionist and vetoed UN ceasefire resolutions.
- •The Arab League chief also warned against military action on Iran, stating it would be a "disaster for the peace of the world," and discussed the long-standing US military presence in the Gulf.
- •Aboul Gheit met with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi and expressed optimism about India-Arab ties, noting India's potential and the large Indian workforce in Gulf countries.
Why It Matters: Arab League chief supports US-led Gaza peace initiative as a necessary attempt for ceasefire despite reservations.
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