Eight Muslim states condemn Israel's 'repeated violations' of Gaza cease-fire

Eight Muslim states, including Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, have condemned Israel's "repeated violations" of the Gaza ceasefire, which was established on October 10, 2025. In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of these nations expressed concern that Israel's actions have resulted in the deaths and injuries of over a thousand Palestinians, warning that these breaches threaten to escalate tensions and undermine efforts to restore stability in the region. Recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have led to significant casualties, with reports indicating that at least 23 to 31 Palestinians were killed on January 31, 2026, marking one of the highest death tolls since the ceasefire began. The cumulative death toll in Gaza since the ceasefire has reached at least 556, according to Gaza's health ministry. The strikes have predominantly affected women and children, including infants as young as 10 days old. Hospitals in Gaza are overwhelmed by the influx of casualties, raising serious concerns about the humanitarian situation. The Israeli military stated that the airstrikes were a response to gunfire from Palestinian militants that critically wounded one of their soldiers. Both Israel and Hamas have accused each other of violating the ceasefire agreement, contributing to a tense atmosphere in the region. The ongoing violence has also resulted in the deaths of three journalists, highlighting the dangers faced by media personnel in conflict zones. As the humanitarian crisis deepens amid ongoing military actions, the Rafah border is set to reopen, which is viewed as a potential step forward in ceasefire negotiations. However, the recent violence complicates these efforts, underscoring the fragility of the ceasefire arrangements and the long-standing cycle of conflict that has characterized Israeli-Palestinian relations.