Pakistan condemns Israel’s attack on Qatar at the UN, calling it a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability. UN council’s weak response draws criticism.
Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar, strongly denounced Israel’s strike on Qatar during an emergency session of the UN Security Council on the Middle East. He called the strike a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and the UN Charter, further warning that such aggression undermines regional peace and stability. Geo.tv
According to Ambassador Iftikhar, the attack came at a critical moment when diplomatic efforts toward a Gaza peace deal were gaining momentum. He described the Attack on Qatar — a key mediator and participant in the talks — as a deliberate move to sabotage diplomacy and intensify the suffering of civilians. Geo.tv
While the UNSC condemned the Attack on Qatar, the statement did not explicitly name Israel. All 15 members, including the United States, supported that condemnation. Geo.tv
Iftikhar reaffirmed Pakistan’s full support for Qatar’s mediation role and reiterated his country’s commitment to the two-state solution. He asserted that Israel’s pattern of aggression poses a serious threat to both regional stability and the prospects of achieving a fair and enduring peace. Geo.tv
Additionally, he raised concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty with India, stressing that water should never be weaponized — warning that sharing crucial water flow data is essential and unilateral suspension of obligations could have dangerous consequences. Geo.tv
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