President Condemns Storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli Forces

Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli occupation forces.

According to Radio Pakistan, in a statement, he called it a violation of international law and an assault on the sanctity and historical character of the holy site. Referring to the last Monday incident involving an Israeli Minister, the President termed the act a provocation and rejected any attempts to alter the established religious and legal status of Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Asif Ali Zardari also expressed concern over recent restrictions on access to the mosque, including during Ramzan and Eid, and noted that the regional situation, including the current conflict involving US-Iran, appeared to have been used to justify such measures. He called on the international community to take urgent steps to prevent such actions.

The President reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Palestinian people and their right to an independent state with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.