Dar reaffirms support for Palestinian state in talks with Iran's FM

Dar described the reported plans to displace Gaza’s population as 'deeply troubling and unjust.'

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for the establishment of a sovereign and independent Palestinian state during a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Sunday.

According to a statement from the Foreign Office, the two leaders discussed the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, particularly the situation in Gaza. Dar reiterated Pakistan’s position in favor of a Palestinian state based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.

The foreign minister also condemned proposals to displace Gaza’s population, describing them as concerning. He emphasised that Palestinian land belongs to its people and called for a resolution to the conflict through the implementation of a two-state solution, in line with UN Security Council resolutions.

Additionally, Dar expressed Pakistan’s support for convening an Extraordinary Meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Ministers to address the issue.

Both officials agreed to maintain close coordination in the coming days to monitor regional developments. Pakistan has consistently advocated for a peaceful resolution to the Palestinian issue based on international law and justice.

Earlier this week, Foreign Office issued a strong response to US President Donald Trump's remarks regarding Gaza, calling them unjust and unacceptable.

During the weekly media briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan reaffirmed Pakistan’s firm stance on Palestine, stating that its policy has remained unchanged since 1947.

"Any statement suggesting the forced removal of Palestinians from their land is unjust. Pakistan stands firmly with the Palestinian people and condemns Israel’s violations of the Gaza ceasefire agreement," Khan stated.

He called upon the international community to take action against Israel’s repeated violations and reaffirmed Pakistan’s consistent stance on Palestine since 1947.