Religious Leaders Seek Global Action After Iranian Strikes Breach Sovereignty

The Muslim Council of Elders issued a formal condemnation on Monday, 31 August, following Iranian missile attacks directed at the United Arab Emirates and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The Council described the military action as a blatant violation of national sovereignty and a direct threat to the safety of civilians and residents within both nations. Violations of International and Islamic Law In a statement released from Abu Dhabi, the Council affirmed that targeting neighboring states and intimidating innocent populations are strictly prohibited under Islamic law. The organization noted that these acts are criminalized under international conventions and legal norms, asserting that the strikes contradict universal humanitarian and moral values. The Council stated that the aggression against the UAE and Jordan constitutes a serious breach of territorial integrity. It called on the international community to move beyond rhetoric and adopt firm, deterrent measures to prevent the recurrence of such security violations in the region. Regional Solidarity and Security Measures The Abu Dhabi-based Council expressed full solidarity with the leadership, governments, and peoples of…