Global Council Urges Dialogue, Law to Preserve Regional Stability and Peace

The President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace addressed the Inter-Parliamentary Union, emphasizing dialogue and international law as foundations for peace. He condemned recent attacks in the region and stressed the collective duty to protect vital maritime corridors like the Strait of Hormuz. On the Palestinian issue, he reaffirmed the right to an independent state as key to Middle East stability. He also called for supporting Lebanon's sovereignty and welcomed a ceasefire there.

Key Points: Global Council Stresses International Law for Regional Stability

  • Uphold international law and parliamentary action
  • Condemn attacks threatening regional security
  • Ensure freedom of key maritime trade routes
  • Support Palestinian right to independent state
  • Back Lebanon's sovereignty and stability
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Global Council for Tolerance and Peace stresses preservation of regional stability, international law

Council President Al Jarwan calls for dialogue, condemns attacks, and emphasizes maritime security and Palestinian statehood at IPU assembly.

"peace does not occur automatically but is a political and legal choice - Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Jarwan"

Istanbul, April 18

Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Jarwan, President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, stressed the importance of upholding international law and enhancing joint parliamentary action to address growing challenges threatening regional and international security and stability.

In his address at the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, held in Istanbul, Turkiye, he said the current phase requires responsible positions based on dialogue and cooperation rather than escalation, noting that peace does not occur automatically but is a political and legal choice grounded in respect for state sovereignty and adherence to international law.

Al Jarwan condemned the attacks launched by Iran on Gulf and regional countries, which resulted in casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure, stressing the need for an immediate halt to any actions that threaten state security or endanger civilians, and calling for de-escalation and a return to diplomatic pathways.

He also underlined the strategic importance of international maritime corridors, foremost among them the Strait of Hormuz, as a vital artery for global trade and energy supplies, affirming that ensuring freedom of navigation and protecting these routes is a collective responsibility of the international community, and that any threat to them impacts the global economy as a whole.

On the Palestinian issue, Al Jarwan reiterated the right of the Palestinian people to establish an independent state in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions, stressing that achieving a just and comprehensive peace remains the cornerstone of stability in the Middle East, and that lasting solutions cannot be imposed but must be built through dialogue and adherence to international law.

He also stressed the importance of supporting Lebanon's full sovereignty over its territory, enhancing its internal stability, and preventing any external interference, ensuring the protection of its institutions and enabling it to build a secure and stable future for its people. He praised the announcement of a ceasefire there, affirming that the Lebanese people, in all their components, deserve security, peace and stability.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The mention of the Strait of Hormuz is key for us in India. A huge portion of our energy imports pass through there. Any instability directly hits our economy and fuel prices. The international community must ensure freedom of navigation.
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Arjun K
Respectfully, while the principles are noble, the execution is always lacking. We hear these calls for international law and dialogue every time, but powerful nations still act unilaterally. Where is the accountability? The Council needs to name and shame violators more forcefully.
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Sarah B
Glad to see the Palestinian issue addressed directly. A just solution is long overdue and is indeed central to regional peace. The emphasis on solutions being built, not imposed, is the correct approach. Hope this leads to concrete action.
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Vikram M
Stability in the Gulf and West Asia is in India's core interest. We have millions of citizens working there and vital trade links. Condemning attacks on civilian infrastructure is a must. Hope the call for de-escalation is heeded by all sides. 🙏
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Karthik V
Supporting Lebanon's sovereignty is important. External interference has crippled so many nations in that region. A stable Lebanon is good for the entire Middle East. The ceasefire announcement is a positive first step.

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