Pakistan has expressed concern over the deteriorating situation in the occupied West Bank. Islamabad urged the United Nations to take immediate steps to prevent further escalation.
Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar, addressed an emergency UN Security Council meeting. The meeting focused on the worsening situation across the Middle East.
Pakistan Warns Against Rising Israeli Settlements
Asim said the situation in the West Bank was deteriorating rapidly. He warned that Israel sought to strengthen its control over the territory.
He also said such actions could damage prospects for establishing a Palestinian state. Furthermore, he described the expansion of Israeli settlements as alarming.
According to Asim, the settlements could divide Palestinian territory and further complicate efforts for peace. He urged international action to prevent the situation from worsening.
Islamabad Highlights Palestinian Displacement
Asim also highlighted the growing displacement of Palestinians from the West Bank. He described it as the largest mass eviction crisis since 1967.
Pakistan reiterated its concern during the emergency Security Council session. Islamabad stressed the need for immediate international measures to address the deteriorating situation.
The Pakistani representative called attention to developments affecting Palestinians across the occupied territory. He also warned that continued settlement expansion could further undermine prospects for a Palestinian state.
