Kuwaiti analyst calls on Arabs to pressure Israel to stop war on Gaza

Kuwaiti political analyst Walid Al-Ahmad has called on Arab countries that have diplomatic and economic ties with Tel Aviv to “take decisive and effective steps to pressure the Israeli occupation to stop the war on Gaza.”

In an interview with the Kuwaiti national TV which aired yesterday, Al-Ahmad stressed the necessity of considering options to stop the war “such as withdrawing ambassadors or threatening to stop trade and economic dealings,” explaining that “these measures, if implemented effectively, could have a painful impact on the Israeli economy, which may prompt Tel Aviv to reevaluate its policies and meet Arab demands.”

He pointed out that pressure should also be directed at the United States; Israel’s main supporter.

While strengthening economic and diplomatic relations with global powers such as Russia and China can be a powerful tool to send a clear message to Washington about the need to review its policies in support of Israel.

The political analyst said that despite Kuwait’s “small size, is a large country in its contributing and positions”, adding that it was the first among the Gulf and Arab countries to strengthen its relations with China, which highlights its pioneering role in changing the balance of economic power.

“In light of the current situation, where the United States dominates most global agreements, tenders and treaties, Kuwait’s move towards China is a smart strategic move, and through this step, Kuwait has paved the way for other Gulf countries to consider cooperation with China, which enhances the diversity of strategic economic options in the region,” he said.

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