Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi attended and delivered a speech at the extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on the Gaza crisis, currently underway in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Addressing the extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Jeddah, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that the tragedy of Gaza is not only related to Muslims but is a test for the world’s conscience — and history will not forgive delay. “Gaza cannot wait. The time to act is now,” he declared.
Emphasizing the catastrophic situation of the people in Gaza, Araghchi said that what is underway in this region is the planned destruction of a nation under the siege of an apartheid regime. He explained that the mass killing of civilians, the destruction of residential buildings, and the starvation of children constitute crimes that go beyond ordinary warfare and bear the hallmarks of genocide.
Araghchi added that the perpetrators of these crimes openly speak about complete military control, confinement, and a new round of displacement — actions that are being concealed under the guise of “security.” Meanwhile, he noted, a systematic attempt is underway at ethnic cleansing. Referring to international law and the Fourth Geneva Convention, the Foreign Ministry emphasized that such measures amount to war crimes and genocide.
He called on the Islamic world to break its silence and take practical measures — including sanctions, boycotts, and international pressure — to support the people of Gaza, hold the criminals accountable, and cut relations with the occupying regime. Araghchi also pointed to the complicity of certain nations in backing the regime and stressed the need to confront it.
Araghchi described Gaza as a symbol of resistance and human dignity, urging Muslim countries and the international community to prioritize justice and humanity over politics and fear through strong action and practical support. He reiterated that it is high time to act — Gaza cannot wait any longer.
The following is the full text of the top Iranian diplomat’s speech at the meeting;
In the name of God, the most companionate, the most merciful. Peace and blessings be upon you
Today, we have gathered at a moment when Gaza stands before our collective conscience like a shocking mirror. What is unfolding before our eyes is the organized destruction of besieged people by a ruthless apartheid regime that acts with complete impunity.
The people of Gaza are being massacred systematically, residential areas have been completely destroyed; hospitals have been turned into graveyards; and children are trapped in extreme famine and starvation, in blatant violation of every human standard. This is not a conventional war. It is collective punishment, a policy of domination, and an assault that bears all the hallmarks of genocide.
Now, the perpetrators of these crimes openly speak of their plans to establish permanent and total military control over Gaza. They talk of new blockades, new buffer zones, and new expulsions, and call it “security.” But we know its true name: “ethnic cleansing.” A systematic effort to fragment a nation until nothing remains of them but destruction or exile.
International law is unequivocal. Starvation and indiscriminate bombing are classified as war crimes and crimes against humanity. At the same time, the Fourth Geneva Convention prohibits targeting civilians, destroying homes, and forcibly displacing populations. This is the deliberate imposition of conditions designed to annihilate a people, and it has only one name: Genocide. What more evidence do we need?
History will ask us: Did the Muslim world speak with one voice when Gaza was being suffocated? Did we act, or did we wait for others to act and decide for us? Today, hollow and inactive condemnations are useless.
To establish peace and ensure the full withdrawal of the occupying forces from every inch of Gaza, we must commit ourselves to:
Mobilizing all political, economic, and legal tools including sanctions, boycotts, and coordinated international pressure.
Pursuing accountability at all levels, in every court, against all those involved in war crimes and genocide in Palestine or who have enabled them plus immediately severing all relations with the killers of our brothers and sisters in Gaza, who today entertain the absurd dream of “Greater Israel.” It is a proven reality that appeasement in the past has yielded no results and will not in the future.
Confronting the complicity of governments that arm the occupying regime, shield it from international condemnation, and veto justice. They are miles away from neutrality, even though neutrality in the face of crime is not neutrality at all, but complicity.
Dear colleagues
Gaza is more than a place under suffering. It is a witness and a symbol of resistance, a reminder that human dignity cannot be reduced to ashes by bombs. The people of Gaza await our meaningful support, and their perseverance calls upon us to stand with them not only in words but in decisive action.
The Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) taught us that the Islamic Ummah is like a single body and soul. Today, this body is in pain and soaked in blood in Gaza. To remain silent is to wound ourselves, and courageous action is the path to healing.
I sincerely hope that this gathering will be remembered in history as more than speeches and promises. Let it be a day when the Muslim world transformed from passive witness to decisive will, from silence to strong leadership. Let it be a day when we chose justice over fear, unity over doubt, and humanity over politics.
Let us remember that the tragedy of Gaza does not concern only Muslims. It is a test for the global conscience. Therefore, we call on all nations, regardless of religion or geography, to stand on the side of humanity, justice, and dignity, which is the right side of history. History will not forgive delay. Gaza cannot wait. The time for action is now.
Araghchi meets his Pakistani and Bahraini counterparts in Jeddah
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held discussions with Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar and Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani, on the sidelines of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
The talks focused on key bilateral and regional issues, particularly the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
Iran, Iraq foreign ministers call for urgent action to end Gaza crisis
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Iraqi counterpart, Fuad Hussein, have stressed the need for practical steps by Islamic and Arab countries to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
During a meeting on the sidelines of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) extraordinary session in Jeddah on Monday, both ministers strongly condemned the crimes of the Israeli regime in depriving the oppressed people of Gaza of access to basic necessities, particularly food, water, and medicine.
They underlined the urgency of breaking the blockade, delivering humanitarian aid to the besieged population, halting the ongoing genocide, and ensuring accountability for those responsible.
The two sides also reviewed bilateral relations, reaffirming their commitment to expanding cooperation across political and economic fields.
They emphasized the importance of fully implementing bilateral agreements, particularly the security memorandum of understanding and the completion of the Shalamcheh-Basra railway project.
Araghchi expressed gratitude to the Iraqi government and people for their warm hospitality toward Arbaeen pilgrims, calling the annual gathering a symbol of solidarity and the strength of Shias worldwide.
Iran, Saudi Arabia emphasize expansion of cooperation to boost regional stability
Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi met with his Saudi counterpart on the sidelines of the extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) held on Monday in Jeddah.
During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the latest regional and international developments, particularly the situation in Gaza and the continuation of Israel’s crimes against the Palestinian people. They emphasized the need for closer coordination among Islamic countries to immediately halt the crimes, facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid, and counter the regime’s dangerous plans to occupy Palestine.
The ministers also discussed the latest developments in Tehran–Riyadh relations. Both sides expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of recent interactions, underlined the need for continued consultations, and called for enhanced cooperation in political, economic, security, and regional fields.
Iran and Egypt stress need for continued consultations to maintain regional stability
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdelatty, have emphasized the need to continue consultations and consultations at bilateral and multilateral levels, as well as in regional and international forums, to prevent the escalation of crises and maintain stability in the region.
Araghchi and Abdelatty met and exchanged views before the start of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Jeddah.
In this meeting, the Foreign Ministers of Iran and Egypt discussed and exchanged views on the latest bilateral, regional and international developments, especially the critical humanitarian situation in Gaza due to the continued cruel siege of this strip and the Zionist regime’s aggressive plans to intensify attacks and completely occupy the Gaza Strip.
They emphasized the need for immediate and effective action by Islamic countries to stop the genocide and facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid into the region.
In this meeting, Araghchi emphasized the importance of utilizing the collective cooperation capacities of the Islamic countries to confront the hostile actions of the Zionist regime.
He added that solidarity and unity among Muslim countries against common threats, especially the expansionist policies of the Israeli regime, are of particular importance, and we must use all capacities to strengthen collective cooperation and effectively confront this genocidal regime.
Araghchi also briefed his Egyptian counterpart on the latest developments related to the nuclear negotiations with three European countries.
Araghchi arrives in Jeddah
Iran’s Foreign Minister is in Jeddah to attend OIC meeting on Gaza crisis.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to attend the extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
Upon his arrival at Jeddah Airport, he was welcomed by Saudi officials.
