Arab Parliament President Mohamed Al-Yamahi declared on Saturday that sustainable solutions to regional crises can only be achieved through comprehensive political processes that preserve national unity, safeguard sovereignty, and alleviate people's suffering - free from external interference that only exacerbates complexities.

The remarks came during his closing address at the First Session of the Fourth Legislative Term, held at the Arab League headquarters in Cairo.

Key Points from Address:

1. On Palestinian Cause

   • Reaffirmed as the "central Arab issue and our unhealed wound"

   • Condemned Israel's escalation of crimes against Palestinians in Gaza

   • Denounced targeting of civilians in breadlines as "death traps"

   • Praised Egypt's humanitarian role in receiving wounded Palestinians

2. Regional Developments

   • Warned against military escalation between Iran and Israel

   • Rejected violations of Arab states' sovereignty (reference to Iran-Qatar tensions)

   • Urged permanent ceasefire as pathway to stability

3. Arab Parliament Achievements

   • Adopted strategic resolutions and parliamentary initiatives

   • Strengthened international parliamentary diplomacy

   • Amplified Arab voice in global forums

Full Statement Highlights:

"We meet today bearing immense responsibility that transcends words and demands action during this delicate regional phase marked by successive crises. The Palestinian cause remains our foremost priority - the central Arab issue and our unhealed wound."

"While the world focused on Iran-Israel tensions, the occupation escalated its crimes, even targeting civilians waiting for food aid. Our delegation witnessed this brutality firsthand during yesterday's visit to Rafah."

The president:

• Saluted Egypt's leadership for its humanitarian stance

• Called for urgent international aid to Palestinians

• Urged UN Security Council action to "end this open massacre"

• Highlighted ongoing crises in Yemen, Syria, and Libya

Closing Remarks:
"This session yielded substantive achievements through committee work and parliamentary diplomacy, strengthening the Arab voice globally while serving our nation's interests."