Over 90 Muslim scholars, imams, and community leaders in the U.S. have called on Muslim-majority countries to act decisively against what they perceive as genocide in Gaza. Their joint statement urges Arab nations to utilize political and economic pressure, including cutting ties with Israel and imposing embargoes. The signatories recommend blocking the use of their airspace for Israeli operations and facilitating humanitarian aid to Gaza. The leaders express that waiting for international consensus is not viable amid escalating violence, emphasizing immediate action is necessary for Muslim governments.
More than 90 Muslim scholars, imams, community leaders, and institutions in the U.S. have issued a joint statement calling for immediate action to end genocide in Gaza by Israeli forces.
The signatories urged Muslim-majority countries, particularly Arab states, to leverage political and economic influence, including severing ties with Israel and imposing embargoes.
The statement emphasizes that international affairs must change, asserting that Muslim-majority nations should not wait for the 'international community' to take action.
Among the signatories, key organizations include the Council on American-Islamic Relations and the U.S. Council of Muslim Organizations, highlighting widespread concern.
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