Pakistan condemns Israeli attack on Qatar, hails Amir’s leadership, and calls for immediate Gaza cesefire

By Sadiq Abdulfatah

The speech of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the Amir of Qatar, at the opening session of the United Nations General Assembly represents the conscience of the Arab and Islamic Ummah and reflects the shared sentiments of humanity against the continuing atrocities in Palestine. Pakistan fully aligns with HH Amir’s vision of peace and stability in the region and beyond.

Pakistan reiterates its strong condemnation of the recent treacherous Israeli attack on a residential area in Qatar, which was a blatant violation of international law and a shocking act of aggression against a country that has consistently pursued peace and mediation. Such an act, committed while Qatar was engaged in sincere efforts to mediate for an end to the bloodshed in Gaza, amounts to nothing less than a betrayal of humanitarian values, international norms and diplomacy.

The extraordinary Arab-Islamic Summit convened in Doha on September 14–15 under the leadership of HH the Amir was a historic moment of unity, in which the Ummah expressed its firm rejection of Israel’s aggression and its solidarity with the people of Palestine. Pakistan pays tribute to Qatar for its decisive and principled leadership at this critical juncture.

We fully endorse HH the Amir’s bold and principled stance at the UNGA for a rule-based international order, particularly his call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and for renewed commitment to the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on the principles of justice and international legality.

Pakistan reiterates its complete solidarity with the brotherly State of Qatar. We stand shoulder to shoulder with Qatar in its efforts for peace, justice, and the protection of innocent lives. Pakistan will continue to support Qatar’s tireless mediation role as well as its broader vision to consolidate peace, security, sustainable development, human rights, and the rule of law at all levels.

Source: The Gulf Time