Israeli Attacks: Overview
- Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi visited Pakistan for two-day talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
- Araghchi stated that Iran will respond to the recent Israeli strikes on Iranian military bases in a “well-measured and well-calculated” manner.
- The two countries discussed a joint strategy to address the ongoing Israeli aggression against Palestinians at the upcoming OIC summit in Tehran.
Iran’s Response to Israeli Strikes
- Araghchi said Iran reserves its “inherent” right to “legitimately” respond to the Israeli strikes, in line with the UN Charter.
- He accused the “Zionist regime” of spreading terrorism from Gaza to Lebanon, and criticized the international community for failing to halt Israel’s “genocide” of Palestinians.
- Araghchi emphasized that Iran will respond to the Israeli attacks at an appropriate time and in a well-measured and calculated way.
Pakistan’s Stance on Israeli Aggression
- Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reiterated Pakistan’s solidarity with the Iranian people and condemned the Israeli strikes as a violation of Iran’s sovereignty and international law.
- Dar affirmed Pakistan’s support for the Palestinian right to self-determination and called for addressing the issues of Palestine and Jammu and Kashmir through peaceful means, in line with UN resolutions.
- He rejected the “propensity by occupying powers to equate the right of self-determination with terrorism,” describing it as a ploy to prolong occupation and apartheid policies.
Joint Strategy at OIC Summit to Address Israeli Aggression
- Araghchi and Dar agreed to work on a joint strategy to be presented at the upcoming Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit in Tehran.
- The aim is to address the ongoing Israeli aggression and find ways to support the Palestinian cause.
Strengthening Bilateral Ties Amid Israeli Tensions
- The two ministers discussed ways to enhance trade, energy cooperation, and border management between Iran and Pakistan.
- They expressed commitment to exploring avenues for increased trade, investment, and people-to-people contacts.
Common Threat of Terrorism and Israeli Aggression
- Araghchi and Dar agreed to collaborate in countering terrorism, which they described as a “common threat” to both nations.
Conclusion: Addressing Israeli Aggression through Cooperation
- The visit by the Iranian Foreign Minister to Pakistan highlights the close cooperation between the two countries, particularly in responding to the ongoing Israeli aggression against Palestinians.
- The joint strategy to be presented at the OIC summit in Tehran is a significant step in addressing the regional tensions and supporting the Palestinian right to self-determination.