Pakistan calls for de-escalation of hostilities & conflict resolution in the Middle East

ISLAMABAD, Oct 02 (SABAH): Pakistan has expressed deep concern over the escalating hostilities in the Middle East, urging all parties to prioritize peace.

According to a statement issued by Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, in recent months, Israel has increasingly acted in violation of international law and the UN Charter resulting in grave humanitarian crisis. Israel has endangered regional peace and security with the ongoing genocide in Gaza. The recent invasion of Lebanon has further intensified these tensions, affecting the lives of innocent civilians.

Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said that the people of Palestine, Lebanon, and the wider region deserve to live free from fear and violence. It is crucial for all sides to step back from the brink and for the international community to take swift action to de-escalate the situation. The prevailing culture of impunity and disregard for international law must be addressed urgently.

Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said that Pakistan reiterates its call for the United Nations Security Council to uphold peace and security in the region, safeguard Lebanon’s sovereignty, and put an end to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

FO spokesperson said that Pakistan has consistently advocated for a two state solution as the key to enduring peace in the Middle East with a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian question anchored in international law and in line with relevant UN and OIC resolutions