Pakistan expresses concern over continued ceasefire violations in Gaza

Islamabad: Pakistan has expressed concern over continued ceasefire violations and the acute humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Speaking at an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on the humanitarian situation in Gaza, Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said the efforts of the Board of Peace, United Nations and INGOs are all being undermined by the unlawful actions of occupation authorities.

He said immediate, unhindered and unimpeded humanitarian access must be guaranteed in Gaza. All crossings, including Rafah, must be opened and kept fully operational for aid, commercial supplies, and medical evacuations.

The Ambassador also called for the lifting of blockade of Gaza.  He said attacks on humanitarian and medical personnel must cease immediately, and any unlawful detention must end.