Amman, July 16 – A wave of outrage is sweeping across the Middle East as several countries, including Jordan, Qatar, Iran, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, have come together in solidarity to condemn the recent Israeli airstrikes near the southern Syrian city of Sweida.
The Israeli government claimed the strikes were intended to protect the Druze community in Syria, citing what they described as a “deep fraternal alliance” with Israel’s own Druze citizens. But for many in the region, that explanation fails to justify what they view as an unlawful and dangerous attack on a sovereign nation.
In a firm statement, Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs labeled the attack as a “flagrant violation of international law” and a “dangerous escalation” that risks Syria’s sovereignty and the stability of the entire region. Ambassador Sufian Al-Qudah didn’t mince words—he called for an immediate halt to the aggression, stressing that Syria’s security is vital to the stability of the Middle East.
Qatar echoed this concern. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, said Qatar was deeply troubled by the developments in As-Suwayda. He emphasized the urgency of civil dialogue over conflict and warned that the Israeli attacks are not just a violation of Syrian sovereignty, but also a serious breach of international law and the UN Charter.
Iran, too, raised its voice in condemnation. Esmail Baqaei, spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, expressed sorrow over the civilian deaths and criticized what he called the “persistent inaction” of the United Nations Security Council. His message was clear—silence and inaction only serve to embolden continued aggression.
Kuwait joined the chorus, urging the global community and the UN Security Council to take responsibility and stop these violations. The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry’s statement was unequivocal: the Israeli actions are part of a troubling pattern of disregard for international law.
Saudi Arabia went further, condemning the airstrikes as not only a direct threat to Syria but also an illegal interference in its internal affairs. The Kingdom renewed its call to the international community to support Syria and put an end to what it calls a “series of violations.”
What emerges from these unified voices is a plea—not just for Syria, but for peace and justice across the region. These nations are not just reacting to one incident—they are standing up for the principle that no state should have the power to bomb another with impunity. It’s a call to the world: enough is enough.
