PM hails ICJ’s ruling on Palestine

F.P. Report

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday welcomed the decision of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on a petition filed against genocide in Palestine.

The prime minister paid tributes to the courage of the 13 ICJ judges who made the decision and thanked South Africa for filing the petition. In a statement, he reiterated Pakistan’s support for the Palestinians and pledged to continue fighting for their rights. He said Pakistan had extended support to the petition filed by South Africa.

The prime minister called upon the United Nations Security Council and the international community to immediately implement the International Court’s decision to stop the Israeli operation in Gaza. He also urged the international community to ensure the provision of humanitarian aid and relief to the people of Palestine, besides providing immediate access to the United Nations investigation commission to Gaza and Rafah. Pakistan would continue to play its role in protecting the basic human and legal rights of the Palestinian people, the prime minister assured.

Meanwhile, as the country observed the first International Day of the Markhor on Friday (May 24), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for the efforts to protect the national animal of Pakistan and other species which enrich the planet’s biodiversity.

The prime minister, in his message to the nation, said, “Let us work together to protect not only the Markhor but also all species that enrich our planet’s biodiversity. By doing so, we secure a sustainable future for generations to come.” He called upon all Pakistanis and the international community to reaffirm their commitment to environmental conservation. “Today, as we celebrate the first International Day of the Markhor, the national animal of Pakistan, we take pride in the majestic creature that symbolizes our rich natural heritage,” he remarked.