Pakistani people, its Parliament and government stands with Palestinians as ever before says NA speaker
Islamabad – 20 October,2023 (Adnan Hameed) : Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan and Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that genocide, massacre and ethnic cleansing of Palestinian men, women, children and elderly in Gaza and adjoining areas is condemnable and reprehensible. He also underscored that the barbaric and inhumane atrocities committed by Israel are in stark contradiction to settled international laws and tantamount to war crimes. Further , He emphasized, “The world must not be a silent spectator in this darkest hour of human’s history. It must come forward immediately and play its due role not only in stopping the mayhem and barbarity of Zionist forces but in resolution of the Palestinian issue in accordance with the UN Security Council and OIC Resolutions.” He expressed these views during his visit to the Embassy of Palestine in Islamabad, today.
During his meeting with Palestinian Emissary to Pakistan Mr. Ahmed Jawad Rabei, the Speaker pledged unwavering support and reiterated “Pakistani people, its Parliament and its government has always supported the Palestinian cause and each Pakistani would continue to support Palestine .He also expressed,”Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto always remained steadfast to this noble cause and following their footsteps, we shall never leave the people of Palestine alone till they attain their inalienable right to statehood.” He also said that every Pakistani has same sentiments for Palestinian people and ready to sacrifice everything for the cause of Palestine.”
While expressing his resolve to stand with people of Palestinians, he said that stopping aid to Gaza is violation of basic human rights .The Speaker voiced his disapproval of the “double standards” exhibited by champions of Human Rights regarding Israeli aggression. He said that the “manipulation of facts and the politicization of the situation by a few parties to draw misleading comparison between Palestinian victims and Israeli aggressors are extremely reprehensible.
Raja Pervez Ashraf also expressed profound admiration for the courage and sacrifices made by the Palestinian people, including children who are steadfastly resisting oppression with determination and an unwavering spirit.
The Palestinian Ambassador thanked the Speaker for visiting the Embassy of Palestine and extending unwavering support to the Palestine in these disturbing times. He also added, ” Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah till present leadership across political parties always supported Palestinians.” He said that the sentiments of Pakistani people and its leadership has imparted bravery and courage to each Palestinian.”
The Speaker also inscribed his comments in the condolence book at the Palestinian embassy, conveying his heartfelt sympathy to the people of Palestine and the families of the martyrs who tragically lost their lives in the ruthless Israeli attacks. He also prayed that Palestine would emerge victorious out of this war.
