Pakistan Prime Minister Reaffirms Support for Palestine’s Right to Self-Determination.

Riyadh: Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan's unwavering support for the State of Palestine, asserting its right to self-determination, independence, and Jerusalem as its capital within the 1967 borders. According to Saudi Press Agency, Prime Minister Sharif delivered this message during a speech at the Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit in Riyadh. He condemned the violations committed by Israel against Palestine and Lebanon, affirming Pakistan's solidarity with these nations. Sharif urged for an end to the hostilities, the lifting of the Gaza siege, and the provision of essential resources such as food, water, electricity, and medical aid to the affected regions. The Prime Minister emphasized the necessity of holding Israel accountable for its actions and urged compliance with United Nations resolutions. He stressed that achieving peace, ensuring justice, and preserving the sanctity of the holy lands hinges on recognizing and supporting Palestine's right to self-deter mination and independence.