Leaders from Egypt, Türkiye, and Iran rallied calls for regional stability and youth-driven economic growth at the D-8 Summit in Cairo, spotlighting Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria conflicts.
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi kicked off the 11th D-8 Summit by condemning Israel’s war in Gaza and highlighting crises in Lebanon and Syria. 🔥 \"The world is witnessing a rise in protectionism and double standards,\" he warned, urging collective action.
Iran’s Historic Return
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian—the first Iranian leader to visit Cairo in 11 years—accused Israel of using starvation as a \"weapon of war\" and demanded D-8 nations halt aggressions in Gaza. 💔 \"We must stand together,\" he declared, calling for unity amid global instability.
Türkiye Pushes Expansion
Turkish President Erdogan stressed rebuilding Syria and expanding D-8’s influence, welcoming Azerbaijan as its newest member. 🌱 \"We need strategies to recover from crises,\" he said, advocating for youth-focused SME investments to shape tomorrow’s economy.
Indonesia’s Rallying Cry
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto urged nations to \"work as one force\" under international law for sustainable development. Meanwhile, Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati questioned discussing economic cooperation while \"Israeli aggression continues.\" 🤝
The summit closed with a renewed focus on youth empowerment, aligning with its theme: \"Investing in Youth and Supporting SMEs: Shaping Tomorrow's Economy.\" 📈
