ICJ ruling a ‘vindication’ of the struggle of Palestinians, Pakistani PM says
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also welcomed the advisory opinion issued by the World Court that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territory is unlawful, calling it a “vindication of the legitimate struggle of the brave Palestinian people”.
“I urge the international community & UN to implement the ruling, ensuring Palestinian self-determination through a two-state solution in line with relevant UN resolutions,” Sharif wrote on X.
“Proud that Pakistan contributed to the case, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to the Palestinian cause.”
I welcome the historic ICJ Advisory Opinion on Israel's policies in Occupied Palestinian Territory. The ICJ ruling that Israel must end its occupation & illegal settlements is vindication of the legitimate struggle of the brave Palestinian people. I urge the international…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) July 20, 2024
Hamas hails Pakistani move to declare Netanyahu a ‘terrorist’
Hamas has issued a statement saying it welcomes “the Pakistani government’s decision that Israel is an entity that has committed war crimes and its criminal prime minister is a terrorist”.
On Friday, Pakistan’s government said it considered Netanyahu a “terrorist” and demanded he be brought to justice for war crimes against Palestinians.
“Netanyahu is a terrorist and a perpetrator of war crimes,” said Rana Sanaullah, an adviser to Sharif on political and public affairs.
Pakistan announces committee to boycott companies supporting Israel
Pakistan has announced it is forming a committee to identify companies to boycott for supporting Israel, Wafa reports.
“A committee has also been constituted to identify such companies and products in Pakistan that may be directly or indirectly abetting Israel or forces committing war crimes against Palestinians,” said Rana Sanaullah, adviser on political affairs to the prime minister.
Sanaullah also told reporters in Islamabad that “Pakistan will use every possible means to help Palestinians and condemn Israel as a terrorist country”.
