Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for Palestine’s right to an independent state, emphasising the importance of the pre-1967 borders.
Speaking at the United Nations High-Level International Conference on “The Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution” in New York, Dar highlighted his nation’s long-standing stance on the Palestinian issue.
“For over 75 years, the Palestinian people have endured occupation, displacement, and the denial of their fundamental rights,” said Dar, addressing the assembled diplomats and officials.
Statement by Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar*
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan
*At the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution*
(28 July 2025)
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— Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the UN (@PakistanUN_NY) July 28, 2025
The Foreign Minister condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza, particularly the deaths of over 58,000 Palestinians, calling it “an unconscionable breach of international humanitarian law.” He stated that the situation violates United Nations resolutions and the binding decisions of the International Court of Justice.
Dar urged for an “unconditional, immediate, and permanent ceasefire” across Gaza and all Palestinian-occupied territories, stressing the importance of protecting civilians and adhering to international laws.
In addition, Dar called for “full and unimpeded humanitarian access,” particularly the delivery of life-saving food and medicines to Gaza. He also highlighted the need for the protection of humanitarian teams working on the ground.
