OIC Rejects Afghanistan Becoming ‘Terror Haven’

The OIC meets in Jeddah on Sunday. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The OIC meets in Jeddah on Sunday. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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OIC Rejects Afghanistan Becoming ‘Terror Haven’

The OIC meets in Jeddah on Sunday. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The OIC meets in Jeddah on Sunday. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) voiced on Sunday its concern towards the deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, where ongoing developments are displacing refugees and coronavirus pandemic repercussions continue to ail society.

The organization urged “the future Afghan leadership” and the international community to work together to ensure that Afghanistan is never again used as a platform or haven for “terrorists”.

“Terrorist organizations are not allowed to have a foothold (in Afghanistan),” said a final communique, issued after the Saudi Arabia-based organization held a special meeting in Jeddah called by Riyadh to discuss the situation in the country.

The OIC said it would seek to help achieve peace in Afghanistan and to facilitate evacuation operations from the country, affirming that it stands with Afghanistan at this critical juncture.

Recalling the severe suffering and hardship Afghanistan and its people went through due to protracted conflict and violence, the OIC stressed that efforts need to be directed towards the development and the welfare of the people.

“The meeting reaffirmed the OIC’s full commitment to support the Afghan-led and owned peace process and comprehensive reconciliation to reach a comprehensive and lasting political solution and ensure the support of this process by the main neighboring countries and the international community,” the communique read.

The communique focused on the importance of the OIC mission in Kabul cooperating and supporting the Afghan people in its primary humanitarian role.

It urged all parties to work to advance the interests of the Afghan people, renounce violence, maintain security in the Afghan society, and establish lasting peace. All this is meant to achieve the aspirations of the Afghan people, their hopes for stability and prosperity.

OIC Secretary-General Dr. Yousef bin Ahmed Al-Othaimeen told Asharq Al-Awsat that the organization’s meeting aimed at “crystallizing a unified position from the Islamic world.”

The OIC chief moved on to explain that Saudi Arabia calling for the OIC meeting proves the Kingdom’s keenness on Afghanistan’s humanitarian, political and security affairs.



MWL Secretary-General Congratulates Saudi Leadership on Successful Hajj

 This aerial view shows Muslims visiting the Grand Mosque in the Saudi holy city of Makkah on June 8, 2025, at the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. (AFP)
This aerial view shows Muslims visiting the Grand Mosque in the Saudi holy city of Makkah on June 8, 2025, at the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. (AFP)
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MWL Secretary-General Congratulates Saudi Leadership on Successful Hajj

 This aerial view shows Muslims visiting the Grand Mosque in the Saudi holy city of Makkah on June 8, 2025, at the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. (AFP)
This aerial view shows Muslims visiting the Grand Mosque in the Saudi holy city of Makkah on June 8, 2025, at the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. (AFP)

Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa extended on Sunday his congratulations to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, as well as to the Saudi people and the entire Islamic nation, on the success of this year's Hajj.

He said the pilgrimage was marked by security and seamless service integration.

On behalf of all MWL agencies, Al-Issa praised the generous care and exceptional attention provided to the pilgrims.

He highlighted the outstanding organization, smooth movement between the holy sites, and the unwavering commitment to ensuring pilgrims' comfort, allowing them to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility.