The Arab League, an organization of Arab countries, has called a very important meeting on Sunday, March 8. This meeting will be held through video conference because the security environment in the region is not good and airports are closed in many countries. Arab League officials have said that the main purpose of this meeting is to discuss the missile and drone attacks carried out by Iran on several Arab countries.
What major issues will be discussed in the meeting?
Arab League Assistant Secretary General Hossam Zaki has informed that this emergency meeting has been called on the demand of Saudi Arabia. Foreign ministers of 22 countries will participate in it. These main points will be discussed in the meeting:
To raise voice together on the attacks in countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait. To find a common diplomatic path to stop these attacks by Iran. To respect the borders of other countries under the rules of the United Nations (UN).
What is its impact on the general public and flights?
The ongoing tension in the Gulf countries is directly impacting the pockets of Indians and common people living there. According to the latest information, the situation is like this:
Impact Details Flights Qatar Airways and other regional airlines have halted their flights until 8 March. Petrol-diesel, crude oil (Brent Crude) has become expensive and has crossed $ 80 per barrel. Gas prices have increased by up to 50% due to stoppage of supply from Qatar.
What did Iran say in its defense?
On the other hand, Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued a statement saying that it is ‘saddened’ to target its neighboring countries. Iran says that these attacks have been carried out out of compulsion because of the American bases present there and they have no direct enmity with the Arab countries. However, the situation still remains tense and war risk insurance for maritime trade has also been stopped for the time being.