The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has condemned Israeli military incursions into Syrian territory and the shelling of the southern governorates of Quneitra and Daraa, describing the actions as a violation of Syria's sovereignty and international law.
In a statement issued on Monday, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi said the Israeli operations constituted a "dangerous escalation" that risked increasing regional tensions and instability.
He said the continued military actions undermined regional and international efforts to achieve peace and called for respect for Syria's sovereignty, as well as compliance with international law and international humanitarian law.
Albudaiwi also reaffirmed the GCC's support for Syria's security, stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The six-member bloc reiterated its rejection of any actions that violate Syria's sovereignty or threaten its security.
