Uganda President Yoweri Museveni spoke about the Middle East crisis as leader of the Non-Aligned Movement. He holds this position from 2024 through 2027. Museveni released a five-page statement calling for Iran and Israel to stop fighting. He wants both countries to use talks instead of weapons. The statement comes during a shaky ceasefire between the two nations.
Museveni blamed four groups for the region's problems. He pointed to Western powers, Islamic extremists, Christian extremists and failures from Arabs and Israelis. The Ugandan leader said these groups refuse to accept historical facts. He believes they have made the situation worse over many years. Each group has contributed to the ongoing violence.
The president defended Israel's right to exist based on religious texts. He said Jews suffered everywhere they went after Romans forced them out. Museveni called the United Nations decision to split Palestine correct. He criticized some Arabs and Iranians for rejecting this solution. The leader also blamed Israel for refusing a two-state plan.
Museveni attacked America for overthrowing Iran's government back in 1953. He said this action created anger that led to religious leaders taking power. The president recalled talking with a former Iranian leader about lost history. He warned against all types of religious extremism. Both Islamic and Christian fundamentalism worry him.
The statement ended with calls for peace talks. Museveni urged both sides to use force only for defense. He asked Middle Eastern leaders to pray and work together. The president signed as Uganda's leader and Non-Aligned Movement chairman.
Museveni blamed four groups for the region's problems. He pointed to Western powers, Islamic extremists, Christian extremists and failures from Arabs and Israelis. The Ugandan leader said these groups refuse to accept historical facts. He believes they have made the situation worse over many years. Each group has contributed to the ongoing violence.
The president defended Israel's right to exist based on religious texts. He said Jews suffered everywhere they went after Romans forced them out. Museveni called the United Nations decision to split Palestine correct. He criticized some Arabs and Iranians for rejecting this solution. The leader also blamed Israel for refusing a two-state plan.
Museveni attacked America for overthrowing Iran's government back in 1953. He said this action created anger that led to religious leaders taking power. The president recalled talking with a former Iranian leader about lost history. He warned against all types of religious extremism. Both Islamic and Christian fundamentalism worry him.
The statement ended with calls for peace talks. Museveni urged both sides to use force only for defense. He asked Middle Eastern leaders to pray and work together. The president signed as Uganda's leader and Non-Aligned Movement chairman.
