Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza. He also demanded the creation of a free and independent Palestinian state, stressing that justice and dignity for the Palestinian people are long overdue.
Dar made these remarks at the United Nations Security Council’s open debate in New York. The session focused on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the status of Palestine. Pakistan chaired the meeting as part of its presidency of the Security Council for the month.
Speaking to global leaders, Dar said that the world must act now to ensure lasting peace. He highlighted the urgency of ending the violence in Gaza and the occupied Palestinian territories. He stressed that peace can only come by following international law, rejecting violence, and promoting dialogue.
Dar described Gaza as a place of suffering for innocent people. He said international law has also been violated repeatedly. According to him, the crisis has become a serious test for the credibility of the United Nations.
The minister warned that ignoring the situation would encourage more violence and weaken global peace efforts. He called on the Security Council to act quickly and with unity. He emphasized that failure to respond would allow injustice to continue and damage the world’s trust in global institutions.
Dar listed key steps needed to help resolve the crisis. These include a complete ceasefire, the continuous delivery of aid to civilians, and the full enforcement of UN Resolution 2735. He also called for an end to forced displacement, the halt of illegal settlements in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, and support for rebuilding Gaza under the leadership of Arab nations and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
The foreign minister also underlined the importance of restarting a political process. He said a two-state solution, based on UN decisions and international law, is the only path to real and lasting peace. He said the world must support the creation of a sovereign Palestinian state along the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Dar welcomed the increasing support for recognizing Palestine as a full UN member. He said this momentum shows that the world is ready to support the rights of the Palestinian people. He also expressed strong support for the upcoming international conference on the two-state solution. This event will be co-hosted by Saudi Arabia and France and is seen as a chance to move forward with diplomacy.
Throughout his speech, Dar stressed Pakistan’s commitment to standing with the Palestinian people. He said justice, freedom, and dignity for them are essential for peace in the Middle East. He also said the time for action is now.
Dar’s speech comes at a time of rising tension in Gaza. Civilians continue to suffer from conflict, blockades, and lack of aid. Many global leaders have called for stronger international efforts to stop the fighting and protect human rights.
By urging the global community to act, Dar placed Pakistan at the front of a renewed push for peace in the region. His call at the United Nations reminded all member states of their shared responsibility to uphold justice and protect human lives.
