Pakistan today condemned Israeli military actions in Gaza, emphasizing the dire consequences on Palestinian civilians and infrastructure. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement highlighting the deaths of dozens of Palestinians and the targeting of critical facilities, including hospitals.

The statement outlined concerns over Israel’s expanded ground operations and its declaration to control Gaza entirely. Pakistan stressed that these actions threaten peace efforts and stability in the region, exacerbating humanitarian crises by blocking aid to millions in urgent need.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed alarm, citing that one in five Gazans face starvation, with the population enduring acute food insecurity and potential famine.

Pakistan urged the international community to demand an immediate halt to Israeli operations and ensure unimpeded humanitarian aid delivery. The statement called for accountability for violations of international law and opposed displacement, settlement expansion, and annexation in Palestinian territories.

Reaffirming support for Palestinian self-determination, Pakistan advocated for an independent state based on pre-1967 borders with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.