ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Pakistan Peoples' Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Jamaat-e-Islami amir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman at Prime Minister's House to address escalating situation in Gaza and Palestine.

Political leaders decided to express national solidarity with Palestinian people by observing 'Day of Solidarity with Palestine' on October 7.

Nationwide events, including gatherings and seminars, will be held to protest Israeli aggression and show support for Palestinians enduring ongoing violence.

In meeting, leaders resolved to raise their voices against brutalities inflicted on Palestinians, particularly in Gaza and announced an All Parties Conference to discuss crisis in depth.

APC will be hosted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Committee was formed to oversee arrangements for solidarity day and APC. Committee includes Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Sherry Rehman, Khawaja Saad Rafique and Nayyar Bukhari.

Bilawal welcomed decision, condemning "Ongoing oppression of innocent Muslims in Gaza and Palestine." He warned, "War, which began with brutal massacre in Gaza, now threatens to engulf entire region, including Lebanon." He urged nation to unite against "Imperialist Zionist agenda."

Meeting acknowledged Jamaat-e-Islami's strong stance in support of Palestinians. Both President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will participate in upcoming APC.

Published in The Daily National Courier, October, 05 2024

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