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Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister of Lebanon Nawaf Salam. The Prime Minister conveyed Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and the brotherly people of Lebanon. The Lebanese Prime Minister reciprocated these sentiments.
According to Radio Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s strongest condemnation of the ongoing Israeli aggression against Lebanon that has resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives, and caused injuries and displacement of civilians. The Prime Minister expressed firm solidarity with the government and people of Lebanon in these difficult circumstances.
He also reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast support for Lebanon’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. He called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and underscored the need for dialogue and diplomacy to restore peace and stability in the region. While acknowledging the longstanding fraternal ties between Pakistan and Lebanon, both leaders agreed to maintain close coordination in the days ahead.