Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza, condemning Israel’s actions. He addressed at the Council of Foreign Ministers’ Preparatory meeting in Riyadh. The session was held in advance of the Second Arab-Islamic Summit on the Middle East situation.
Dar strongly condemned what he described as Israeli war crimes and crimes against humanity. He demanded accountability for the ongoing attacks on Palestinians. “The death toll has surpassed 44,000, with over 100,000 injured and millions displaced,” Dar said, highlighting the severe toll the conflict has taken on civilian lives.
Targeting Civilian Infrastructure
In his remarks, Dar emphasized that Israel’s military actions had deliberately targeted civilian infrastructure. “Homes, schools, hospitals, and humanitarian shelters have been destroyed,” he stated. He expressed deep concern over the suffering of innocent civilians, many of whom have lost their homes and access to basic services.
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
Dar also highlighted the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. He pointed out that international aid access has been severely restricted, making it difficult to provide assistance to those in need. The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) recently declared Gaza the most dangerous place in the world for aid workers. Dar stressed that the restrictions on humanitarian efforts were exacerbating the crisis and causing further suffering for the Palestinian people.
Heavy Israeli Bombardment Kills 40 in Lebanon
Israel’s Expanding Aggression
The Deputy Prime Minister expressed alarm over Israel’s increasing aggression in the region. He claimed that Israel’s military actions were jeopardizing peace and security not only in Gaza but across the broader Middle East. Dar noted that the conflict had already spread to Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, with Israeli military strikes against these countries. He called these actions flagrant violations of international law and the UN Charter.
In response to the escalating situation, Dar proposed the nomination of a Joint Arab-Islamic Special Envoy. The envoy would help coordinate efforts to implement resolutions adopted at previous summits, ensuring that international efforts to address the conflict are unified and effective.
Pakistan’s Commitment to Palestine
Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for Palestine, emphasizing the country’s commitment to advocating for a sovereign Palestinian state. He called for the creation of a Palestinian state based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital. Pakistan has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause and continues to push for international recognition of Palestinian statehood.
Dar commended the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Arab League for their continued dedication to the Palestinian cause. He praised their efforts to bring attention to the suffering of Palestinians and to push for diplomatic solutions to the conflict.
Pakistan-Turkey Cooperation
On the sidelines of the Council meeting, Dar also met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The two leaders discussed the ongoing situation in Gaza and agreed on the need for the international community to unite in efforts to halt Israel’s attacks on Palestinians. Both leaders emphasized the importance of a coordinated international response to address the humanitarian crisis and work towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict.
Follow Day News on Google News, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Whats App, and TikTok for latest updates
