Pakistan Condemns ‘Naked Aggression’ in Qatar, Calls for UN Action Against Israel
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday took a firm stance against Israel’s military actions in the Middle East, urging the United Nations to suspend Israel’s membership for what he called “continued violations of international law and crimes against humanity.” Addressing the extraordinary Arab-Islamic summit held in Doha, Sharif strongly condemned Israel’s recent strike on Qatar, describing it as “naked aggression” that must not go unanswered.
The emergency summit, convened in response to Israel’s attack on Hamas leaders residing in Qatar, brought together over 50 leaders from the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Arab League. The summit aimed to coordinate a collective diplomatic response to the escalating crisis in Gaza and the broader region.
Sharif called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Palestine, reiterating Pakistan’s longstanding support for the two-state solution, with East Jerusalem as the capital of an independent Palestinian state.
“Injustices have reached an intolerable level,” he said, referring to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. He shared a poignant account of a 10-year-old Palestinian child who died after walking miles in search of bread, illustrating the desperation facing innocent civilians under Israeli bombardment.
The prime minister emphasized that Israel’s attack on Qatari soil was not an isolated event, but rather part of its “reckless and dangerous policies”. He praised Qatar for its consistent efforts to act as a mediator in global conflicts and expressed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the Gulf nation.
Sideline Diplomacy: Strengthening Ties and Solidarity
On the sidelines of the summit, Sharif engaged in a flurry of high-level diplomatic meetings. He met with:
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas
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Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
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Leaders from Egypt, Malaysia, and Tajikistan
In a particularly warm exchange, President Mahmoud Abbas embraced Sharif and thanked Pakistan for its consistent and vocal support for the Palestinian cause across all international forums.
The Pakistani delegation accompanying Sharif included Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, and Special Assistant on Foreign Affairs Tariq Fatemi.
The summit concluded with a unified call for the protection of Palestinian civilians, increased humanitarian assistance, and accountability for states that violate international norms. Pakistan’s call for Israel’s suspension from the UN was among the strongest diplomatic positions taken during the summit and received support from several other nations.
Sharif’s address not only reflected Pakistan’s principled stance on Palestine but also underscored the country’s growing role in regional diplomacy during times of crisis.
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