Delhi Declaration: Arab Nations Ally with India, Condemn Cross-Border Terrorism

• The 'Delhi Declaration' from the India-Arab Foreign Ministers' meeting strengthens India's stance against terrorism, particularly cross-border terrorism, impacting Pakistan.
• Arab countries joined India in condemning the Pahalgam terrorist attack and reiterated a 'zero tolerance' policy against all forms of terrorism.
• The declaration urged dismantling terrorist infrastructure and funding networks, expressing concern over terrorists' use of drones and modern technology.
• It acknowledged Iraq's fight against Daesh (ISIS) and Syria's efforts against drug trafficking, welcoming the 'Algeria Guiding Principles' to prevent terror funding.
• India and Arab nations supported a 'two-state solution' for Palestine based on 1967 borders, welcoming peace efforts and Gaza reconstruction plans.

Why It Matters: The Delhi Declaration marks a significant India-Arab alliance against terrorism, isolating its sponsors globally.