The National Assembly on Monday adopted a unanimous resolution, once again strongly condemning the ongoing heinous wave of atrocities by the Zionist Israeli regime in Gaza.
The resolution, moved by Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, noted that the latest Israeli offensive resumed on March 18 has resulted in the killing of 1600 innocent Palestinians bringing the total toll to over sixty five thousand deaths in Gaza.
It severely rebuked the ruthless destruction of complete civil infrastructure including houses, hospitals, schools and places of worship by the barbaric Israeli bombing.
The House expressed unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian brothers and sisters in their just struggle and reaffirmed their inalienable right of self-determination and to their motherland.
It was dismayed over the persistent failure of the international community to halt Israeli aggression and called urgently for an immediate permanent and comprehensive ceasefire along with the delivery of uninterrupted and sustainable humanitarian assistance to the besieged and beleaguered Palestinians.
The National Assembly demanded the immediate and unconditional withdrawal of Israeli occupying forces from the Gaza strip in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2735 of 2024.
The resolution urged the international community to take concrete steps towards recognition and admission of the state of Palestine as a full member of the United Nations.
Talking the floor, Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar emphasized that the entire nation stands united on the issue of Palestine. He highlighted that atrocities are being perpetrated against innocent Palestinians in Gaza.
The Minister said Pakistan has unique distinction as its passport is not valid for Israel, reaffirming Pakistan's stance of not recognizing Israel.
He reiterated that Pakistan has consistently raised its voice against Israeli oppression. He said Israel is engaging in war crimes and violating international laws.
Attaullah Tarar reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for an independent Palestinian state based on pre-1967 borders.
Discussing Pakistan’s relief measures for the oppressed people of Palestine, he shared that approximately 200 Palestinian students are currently pursuing medical education in Pakistan with free accommodation. He also mentioned that Pakistan has sent relief assistance amounting to thousands of tons to aid Palestinian brothers and sisters.
Among others, who spoke on the occasion, include Abdul Qadir Patel, Sher Afzal Khan Marwat, Usman Badini, Hameed Hussain, Ali Muhammad Khan, and Barrister Gohar Ali Khan.
The session has now been prorogued.