Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in New York. During their discussions, both leaders emphasized the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and reiterated their commitment to the establishment of a Palestinian state.

“The time has come when we all must come together and demand an immediate ceasefire and the creation of the State of Palestine as without that peace will not return in this part of the world. If this is allowed to linger on, then God forbids, things will become very very tense,” the prime minister told the reporters along with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas after they held a meeting.

“I am here to convey the feelings of the people of Pakistan that our hearts beat together. We strongly condemn this barbaric act. During the last year, 41000 Palestinian people have been martyred. Cities after cities, towns, villages, hospitals, schools, and infrastructure have been razed to the ground. This kind of barbarism hasn’t been witnessed not only in the recent past but since ages,” he added.

The Prime Minister stated that his visit to the Palestinian president was to express Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people. He condemned the atrocities and genocide being perpetrated by Israel in Gaza, which have resulted in the deaths of young boys, girls, babies, men, and women.

He affirmed that the sacrifices, resilience, and courage of the Palestinian people would ultimately lead to the establishment of the State of Palestine.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas remarked that Pakistan has consistently supported Palestine since before 1948, providing extensive assistance to the Palestinian people. He noted that Pakistan’s support extends beyond just students and includes a strong pro-Palestine stance in international forums.

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