Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has welcomed the ceasefire agreement for Gaza reached between Israel and Hamas on January 15, 2025.
MOFA expressed hope that the truce, announced by Qatar and the United States, will pave the way for a permanent ceasefire and allow for increased humanitarian assistance to affected Palestinians.
Condemning the “indiscriminate use of force” by Israeli forces, Islamabad highlighted the unprecedented loss of life, the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians and the widespread destruction of property.
He described Israel’s expansionist policies as a destabilizing factor for the entire region.
“Pakistan reiterates its unwavering support for a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to the Palestinian issue,” the statement said.
Islamabad advocates the establishment of an independent and sovereign State of Palestine based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.
Peace in Gaza in sight as Hamas and Israel sign ceasefire agreement
Qatar and the United States announced a ceasefire agreement on Wednesday to suspend the devastating 15-month war in the Gaza enclave as of Sunday, after Hamas and Israel agreed to an exchange of hostages and prisoners.
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, acting Hamas head in Gaza Khalil al-Hayya, US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump confirmed the ceasefire agreement after intense talks in the capital of Qatar.
However, confirmation of the agreement from the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was still awaited. Israeli officials said final details were still being worked out, while President Isaac Herzog called on Netanyahu to approve the deal when it was presented to him.
In announcing the agreement, US President Joe Biden said a six-week ceasefire would allow negotiations to achieve a permanent end to the war, adding that it would stop the fighting in Gaza, increase much-needed humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians and reunite the hostages with their families.
