Middle-East tensions

While Iran and Saudi Arabia have locked horns, Muslim countries seem to be complacent with the situation. The OIC has once again failed to play the role of an intermediary. The tension between the two major Muslim countries entails serious consequences for Muslims and the world at large.

We have adopted a very mature stance during the recent visits of the Saudi foreign and defence ministers, yet simply avoiding taking sides is not enough, as described by the news report, ‘Pakistan bound to provide defence support to Saudi Arabia, says Sartaj’ (January 15). As a leading Muslim country, we should try to bring the two countries closer. Our leadership should visit Riyadh and Tehran frequently, and persuade the two governments to deescalate tensions for the cause of peace and religious harmony. Friendly relations between the two major Middle Eastern countries are not only necessary for regional stability but also for the unity of the Ummah.

Siraj M

Lower Dir