Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause during a high-level meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and an international conference co-hosted by Saudi Arabia and France in New York.

Teachings of Holy Prophet (PBUH) highlighted

Addressing the OIC session, Ishaq Dar paid tribute to the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), emphasizing peace, justice, mercy, and tolerance.

He underscored that the Prophet’s (PBUH) teachings align with the principles of the United Nations Charter, noting that historic events such as the Covenant of Medina, the Treaty of Hudaibiyah, and the Conquest of Makkah served as guiding examples for international law and interfaith harmony. He called these historic events a beacon for international relations in today’s era.

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Dar warned that injustices, including Israeli atrocities in Palestine, the situation in Kashmir, and rising Islamophobia, threaten global peace. He called on the OIC to intensify efforts to protect the rights of the Muslim Ummah and stressed the need for the Prophet’s message of mercy and compassion to be transformed into actionable policies.

While suggesting a partnership between the UN and the OIC as the need of the hour, Dar said Pakistan was determined to achieve these objectives in cooperation with the OIC and the international community.

International conference on Palestine

Later, Ishaq Dar attended the International Conference on the Implementation of a Peaceful, Dispute Resolution of the Palestinian Issue, jointly hosted by Saudi Arabia and France.

The conference reviewed ways to advance the two-state solution and push for recognition of Palestine at the global level. Pakistan fully participated and actively supported the adoption of the New York Declaration, which Dar described as part of a long-term and principled policy for a just and lasting peace.

Growing int'l recognition of Palestine

During his remarks, Dar welcomed recent announcements by France, Britain, Australia, Canada, Portugal, and other countries recognizing the State of Palestine. He urged countries that have not yet taken this step to do so in line with international law and justice.

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The foreign minister stressed the urgent need for coordinated international measures to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, condemning ongoing Israeli aggression and demanding an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire across all occupied territories. He also stressed on the provision of full and unhindered humanitarian assistance to the besieged Palestinian population.

Pakistan’s consistent position on Palestine

Pakistan has long supported the Palestinian cause, becoming one of the first countries to recognize Palestine in 1988. The Foreign Office spokesperson reaffirmed that Pakistan has consistently advocated for Palestine’s full membership at the United Nations and remains committed to a sovereign, independent, and viable Palestinian state.

Ishaq Dar’s participation in both the OIC meeting and the New York conference reaffirmed Pakistan’s solidarity with the Palestinian people and its call for the international community to take concrete steps toward peace.