MAKKAH: The Muslim World League has welcomed Armenia’s formal recognition of the State of Palestine.

Dr. Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, secretary-general of the MWL, said Armenia’s decision reflects a “significant shift in international awareness” regarding the Palestinian cause. He emphasized that such resolutions highlight growing global recognition of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and statehood.

Al-Issa praised countries that have taken this “important and just” step and urged all nations to follow suit and stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people.