Pakistan has issued a firm condemnation of Israel’s latest strikes on Gaza, calling them a clear violation of the recently concluded peace accord signed in Egypt’s resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh. The Foreign Office in Islamabad said the renewed Israeli offensive has shattered hopes for regional calm and endangered the fragile truce that had offered brief respite to war-torn civilians in Gaza.
In a strongly worded statement released on Monday, the spokesperson for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the government is “deeply disturbed” by the reports of civilian casualties following Israel’s fresh air raids. “These attacks are not only a violation of the ceasefire agreement but also an assault on international humanitarian principles,” the statement added.
The spokesperson stressed that Pakistan is calling for the immediate cessation of Israeli military aggression and the complete restoration of peace in Gaza. The statement emphasized that Israeli operations directly contradict the spirit of the Sharm el-Sheikh peace accord, which had been established after long and difficult negotiations among multiple international mediators.
According to the Foreign Office, Islamabad has urged the international community to intervene urgently to prevent further escalation. “Global powers must act now to stop Israel’s repeated violations, ensure the safety of Palestinian civilians, and uphold the commitments made under the ceasefire,” the statement said. It further called upon the United Nations, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and human rights organizations to play their part in securing justice for Palestinians.
Pakistan reiterated its longstanding and unwavering support for the people of Palestine, reaffirming its stance on the creation of an independent Palestinian state within the *pre-1967 borders, with *Al-Quds Al-Sharif (Jerusalem) as its rightful capital. “Our solidarity with the Palestinian cause remains unshaken,” the statement concluded.
The background to this crisis dates back to *October 13, when after nearly two years of continuous conflict, *Israel and Hamas reached a ceasefire agreement in the Egyptian city of Sharm el-Sheikh. The peace accord was brokered by the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye, whose leaders jointly signed the document, hoping it would bring an end to the devastating war that had already claimed thousands of lives.
However, the optimism surrounding the deal was short-lived. Within just a few days, Israel accused Hamas of killing two of its soldiers and launched a *massive air and ground assault on Gaza, marking the most severe escalation since the ceasefire was signed. The strikes flattened several neighborhoods, leaving *at least 38 Palestinians dead and over 140 others injured, including women and children. Hamas strongly denied any involvement in the alleged attack, calling the Israeli claims “fabricated and baseless.”
Reports from Gaza’s official media office revealed that since the ceasefire came into effect, Israel has violated the truce at least 47 times, carrying out multiple air raids and restricting the entry of humanitarian aid convoys. The blockade has worsened the humanitarian situation, leaving thousands without access to food, clean water, and medical supplies.
Following international pressure and mediation efforts from Egypt and Qatar, Israel on October 20 announced that it would resume its commitment to the ceasefire, stating that its recent attacks were “limited defensive actions.” U.S. President Donald Trump later confirmed that the ceasefire had been reinstated and said Washington was monitoring the situation closely.
In a statement carried by Al Jazeera, the Israeli military claimed that the ceasefire “remains in force” and that its forces are working to “stabilize and reinforce” the agreement. It warned, however, that any future breach by Hamas or other groups would be met with a “strong and immediate military response.”
Despite these assurances, international observers say the situation remains tense and unpredictable. Humanitarian organizations have cautioned that even a small provocation could reignite large-scale conflict, as both sides continue to accuse each other of violations.
Analysts believe that Pakistan’s statement reflects growing frustration across the Muslim world over Israel’s continued military actions despite repeated peace commitments. They argue that Islamabad’s strong diplomatic response not only expresses solidarity with Palestine but also sends a message that peace agreements without accountability are meaningless.
As the global community watches closely, Pakistan has once again positioned itself as a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights, urging powerful nations to move beyond statements of concern and take practical steps to prevent further bloodshed in Gaza.