His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, on Monday, 15 September, delivered a powerful keynote address at the 15th Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit in Doha, State of Qatar.

Speaking on behalf of President Adama Barrow and the people of The Gambia, Vice President Jallow used the high-level platform to reaffirm The Gambia’s solidarity with Palestine, condemn the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and call for urgent international intervention to end the suffering of innocent civilians.

In his address, VP Jallow extended gratitude to His Highness Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the people of Qatar for hosting the summit, while also commending the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia for their efforts in defending the rights of Palestinians and the Muslim Ummah.

Highlighting the devastating toll of the war in Gaza, he revealed that more than 68,000 lives have been lost and over 300,000 children face famine and death. He stressed that “the blockade and lack of humanitarian aid is causing unbearable suffering,” and urged the UN Security Council to act swiftly to secure humanitarian corridors for aid delivery.

Vice President Jallow strongly condemned Israel’s attack on Qatar, describing it as a violation of international law and a threat to regional peace and security. He reaffirmed The Gambia’s unwavering support for Qatar’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity, urging the international community to prevent further escalation.

Reiterating The Gambia’s commitment to diplomacy and peaceful coexistence, VP Jallow emphasized that the Two-State Solution remains the only viable path to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East. He called on Arab and Islamic nations, alongside the global community, to mobilize resources for a durable ceasefire and to push for full international recognition and UN membership of the State of Palestine.

“The time has come for collective solidarity and decisive action,” he declared, urging world leaders to unite in ensuring humanitarian aid reaches those in need while advancing efforts for peace, justice, and security across the region.

The summit, convened at a critical moment for the Arab and Islamic world, also highlighted Qatar’s mediation role and the importance of global cooperation in resolving one of the most enduring conflicts of modern times.