Pakistan has condemned in the strongest terms the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound and the raising of the occupying power's flag within its courtyard by illegal Israeli settlers. Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi, in a statement, said these reprehensible acts constitute a blatant violation of international law, as well as of the sanctity and inviolability of the holy site. Such provocative steps also risk further escalating tensions in the region.
Pakistan's Call for Action
He said Pakistan calls for all possible measures to protect holy sites under Israeli occupation and to end the impunity of illegal settlers operating under its patronage. The Spokesperson said Pakistan continues to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people, reaffirms its unwavering support for their right to worship and reiterates its support for the establishment of an independent, viable, and contiguous State of Palestine based on the pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.
International Law Violation
The Foreign Office spokesperson emphasized that the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound is a clear breach of international law and the sanctity of religious sites. He urged the international community to take immediate steps to prevent such provocations and ensure the protection of holy places.
Regional Stability at Risk
Andrabi warned that such actions could further destabilize the region, already fraught with tensions. He reiterated Pakistan's commitment to peace and stability in the Middle East and called for restraint from all parties.
Pakistan remains steadfast in its support for the Palestinian cause and continues to advocate for a two-state solution as the only viable path to lasting peace in the region.
