OIC regrets withdrawal of ESCWA's Report on Israeli occupation policies

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expressed his deep regret at the withdrawal of the report of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA),which objectively represents the reality of Israeli policies of occupation, oppression, settlement and apartheid.

The Secretary-General, Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen, emphasised that the withdrawal of the United Nations report on Israeli apartheid practices towards the Palestinian people is counterproductive and would avert the international community from reaching the conclusions of such a substantive and professional document, and encourages Israel to continue its apartheid policies. He stressed on the responsibility of the United Nations and the international community to take measures to put an end to Israel's racist policies and its continuing violations of international law and relevant United Nations resolutions.

He also expressed regret at the resignation of the Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and ESCWA Executive Secretary Rima Khalaf, commending her professional and balanced performance and her principled and well-appreciated position, which goes fully in line with the principles and Charter of the United Nations.