West Asia Conflict: NC Chief Farooq Abdullah Urges For Return To...

Key Highlights

• He emphasised that such violence deepens mistrust and suffering, particularly for the people of the Global South who already face its worst humanitarian and economic consequences.
• Urging for a return to dialogue and diplomacy, the former Union minister appealed to all countries, especially the peace-loving ones and the members of the United Nations, to come together to de-escalate tensions and uphold international law, justice and human dignity.
• He said war only begets further conflict and that sustainable peace in West Asia can only be achieved through respectful negotiations, mutual understanding and the protection of civilian lives.
• Abdullah urged governments worldwide to support efforts towards an inclusive peace process that respects the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries like Iran, addresses the legitimate concerns of people across the Middle East and rejects actions that fuel division and instability in the region.
• Meanwhile, the NC passed a resolution extending condolences and sympathies to Iran on Khamenei’s “martyrdom”, a party spokesperson said.