Multi-party conference in Pakistan calls for ceasefire and support for Gaza

dawn.com October 7, 2024, 03:00 PM UTC

A multi-party conference in Islamabad, excluding the PTI party, expressed strong support for Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire. This comes one year after the Israeli invasion that resulted in over 41,900 Palestinian deaths. The conference, attended by senior political leaders, condemned Israeli actions and demanded accountability for violations of international law. The resolution emphasized the right of Palestinians to self-determination and called for increased humanitarian aid. President Zardari and other leaders highlighted the need for international intervention to restore peace. They reiterated Pakistan's commitment to supporting an independent Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital.


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