JI kicks off ‘long march’ towards Islamabad against petroleum levy
Jamaat-i-Islami launched its protest march towards Islamabad on Sunday, with party chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman warning that if the government failed to abolish the petroleum levy, the protest could turn into one to oust the government. In the morning, Naeem addressed JI supporters at Karachi’s Cantonment Station before departing for Islamabad by train. As per […]
President Asif Ali Zardari announced on Monday that the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding had paved the way for de-escalation and a negotiated resolution of the conflict between Iran and the United States, coinciding with the International Day of Peace. Speaking on the occasion, Zardari emphasized Pakistan's dedication to dialogue, diplomacy, justice, and adherence to international law in achieving durable peace.
He highlighted the recent high-level talks in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, which built upon the commitments made in Islamabad, focusing on implementing the MoU. Zardari stressed that lasting peace could only be attained through these means and reiterated Pakistan's commitment to international peace and security, multilateralism, and the UN system.
He also acknowledged the vital role of Pakistani peacekeepers in UN missions worldwide, underscoring their service in challenging conditions. The president noted that Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to resolve the Iran-US conflict had been internationally recognized, citing the unanimous UN Security Council Resolution 2788 adopted during Pakistan's presidency of the Council.
He reiterated the importance of implementing UN resolutions, especially in disputed territories like Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and the Occupied Palestinian Territory. Zardari called on the international community to honor the UN Charter, respect international law, and support peaceful dispute resolution methods, calling for continued efforts in de-escalation worldwide.
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