The Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Dr. Yusuf A. Al-Othaimeen, sent a letter to his counterpart at the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, in which he affirmed the organization’s position in support of the Palestinian cause. He expressed his concern about Israel’s violations against the residents of East Jerusalem, especially in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood, and called on the United Nations to pressure Israel to end its violations against the Palestinians of Jerusalem and allow them to run for and vote in the Palestinian elections, in line with international resolutions and signed agreements. For further details, click here