Israel Gaza City Occupation Plan: Strong Condemnation and Rising Humanitarian Concerns at 1st time
Israel Gaza City Occupation Plan – Condemnation & Support
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday strongly condemned the Israeli cabinet’s approval of a plan to seize control of Gaza City, calling it a dangerous escalation in an already devastating war. His statement came hours after Israel’s political-security cabinet gave the green light to take over Gaza City a move that has been widely criticized by human rights groups and the international community.
According to Reuters, this decision followed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s announcement that Israel aims to take complete military control of the Gaza Strip.1
PM Shehbaz’s Strong Condemnation
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Shehbaz wrote:
“We strongly condemn the Israeli cabinet’s approval of a plan to take illegal and illegitimate control of Gaza City. This amounts to a dangerous escalation in an already catastrophic war against the people of Palestine.”
He warned that intensifying military operations would only worsen the humanitarian crisis and derail any remaining hopes for peace.
Shehbaz Sharif reminded the world of the root cause of the conflict: Israel’s prolonged and illegal occupation of Palestinian territory. He said peace will remain impossible unless the occupation ends.
Pakistan’s Consistent Support for Palestine
The prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for:
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Palestinian people’s right to self-determination
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The establishment of an independent Palestinian state
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Al-Quds Al-Sharif as the capital of Palestine
These demands align with United Nations (UN) and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) resolutions. Shehbaz also called for urgent international intervention to halt Israel’s aggression, protect civilians, and ensure humanitarian aid reaches Gaza without obstruction.
18th Humanitarian Aid Shipment to Gaza
Pakistan continued its relief efforts by sending its 18th humanitarian aid consignment to Gaza on Friday. The consignment was dispatched from Islamabad International Airport in a ceremony officiated by Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar.
The shipment, organized by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) under PM Shehbaz’s directives, included:
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Dry ration packs
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Meals Ready-to-Eat (MREs)
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Medicines and essential supplies
With this latest delivery, Pakistan’s total humanitarian aid to Gaza now amounts to 1,815 tons of critical relief materials.
Grim Reality in Gaza
Since October 7, 2023, Israeli strikes have:
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Killed 61,258 Palestinians
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Injured 152,045 others
According to the Gaza Media Office, 88% of Gaza has been destroyed. Israel now faces genocide accusations from multiple international bodies.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently reported that 99 people have died from malnutrition this year in Gaza, but warns the actual number is likely much higher. UN agencies continue to caution about famine risks.
International Reaction & Diplomatic Pressure
The Israeli plan has drawn harsh criticism worldwide. Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) described it as:
“Another flagrant violation of international law and UN Security Council resolutions, showing the occupying power’s intention to expand its genocidal military campaign.”
The FO warned that this step will further aggravate the humanitarian situation and undermine ongoing peace efforts.
Internal Divisions in Israel
Reports suggest Israel’s military chief opposed Netanyahu’s proposal to seize additional parts of Gaza not yet under their control. Despite this, Netanyahu faces domestic and international pressure to justify the prolonged military operation.
Bigger Picture: Palestine’s Right to Freedom
The Gaza City takeover plan is widely seen as another attempt to permanently displace Palestinians from their land. Pakistan and several other nations argue that peace will only be possible once the occupation ends and Palestinian sovereignty is recognized.
Until then, the cycle of violence, destruction, and human suffering is likely to continue.
Conclusion
The Israel Gaza City Occupation Plan represents both a political challenge and a humanitarian disaster. While Pakistan condemns the move and continues to send aid, the crisis shows no signs of easing. The international community faces a critical choice act to uphold justice and humanitarian values, or remain silent in the face of ongoing atrocities.
