During the recent Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Executive Committee ministerial gathering held in Jeddah, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar delivered a powerful statement reaffirming his nation’s steadfast dedication to achieving a just, comprehensive, and enduring solution to the longstanding Palestinian conflict. Highlighting the pivotal role of the OIC, Dar stressed the organisation’s significance in fostering peace, economic development, and unity among Muslim countries worldwide.
In his address, the Foreign Minister vehemently condemned Israel’s ongoing expansionist policies, describing them as not only unacceptable but also as a direct threat to international peace and security. He urged the global community to urgently acknowledge and respond to Israel’s unlawful actions, emphasizing the critical need to uphold and protect the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people. Dar specifically pointed out the repeated breaches of the Gaza ceasefire, labeling these violations as intolerable and calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities to alleviate the worsening humanitarian crisis.
The minister painted a grim picture of the situation on the ground in Gaza, where relentless Israeli military operations have led to devastating loss of life, widespread destruction of infrastructure, and the displacement of millions of innocent Palestinian civilians. He underscored the urgent necessity for coordinated international efforts to address the dire humanitarian needs and to prevent further deterioration of the region’s stability.
Further elaborating on Pakistan’s stance, Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Islamabad’s continuous engagement with allied and brotherly nations to facilitate the establishment of a sustainable and lasting ceasefire in Gaza. He condemned the violence in the region as tantamount to a “genocide,” highlighting the severity of the crisis. Pakistan remains resolute in its support for the creation of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state, a goal that Islamabad has championed consistently on international platforms.
Dar also pledged that Pakistan will persist in its efforts to contribute to the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Gaza’s war-torn communities. He warned that Israel’s territorial ambitions have not only destabilized Palestine but have also jeopardized peace across the broader Middle East region. The Foreign Minister called upon major global powers to enforce strict compliance with ceasefire agreements and to take decisive action to prevent any further escalation of violence, which could have catastrophic consequences for regional and international security.
In conclusion, Pakistan’s message at the OIC meeting was clear: the country stands firmly with the Palestinian people and remains committed to working through multilateral platforms to promote peace, justice, and stability in the Muslim world. The ongoing conflict demands urgent attention and collective responsibility to ensure a peaceful future for Palestinians and the entire region.
