The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has issued a strong condemnation of the recent missile and drone attacks launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran against several sovereign states in the Middle East.
In a statement released from the AU headquarters, Mr. Youssouf characterized the strikes which targeted Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia as a “clear violation of sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
The Chairperson expressed deep concern that these military actions risk further destabilizing an already volatile region.
He emphasized that the attacks occurred at a critical juncture when international calls for restraint are more urgent than ever.
The African Union Commission has formally declared its full solidarity with the governments and people of the affected Gulf nations as they navigate this security crisis.
As the conflict threatens to widen, Mr. Youssouf is urging all parties involved to step back from the brink of further violence.
The Chairperson’s recommendations for a path forward include:
An end to all kinetic military operations to prevent further loss of life.
A call for all state actors to avoid retaliatory measures that could trigger a broader regional war.
A swift pivot back to diplomacy as the “only viable path” toward lasting peace and stability.
Mr. Youssouf underscored the Commission’s “unwavering commitment” to peaceful coexistence and the resolution of international disputes through constructive engagement and respect for international law.
This intervention by the AU highlights the growing global concern over the weekend’s events, which have seen a significant exchange of strikes between Western allies and Iranian forces, disrupting global airspace and threatening economic security.
By 1960news.com
