Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday chaired a meeting of the National Security Committee (NSC) to review the evolving regional situation following Israeli aggression against Iran.
The Committee strongly condemned Israel’s acts of aggression and expressed regret that these military attacks coincided with a constructive negotiation process between Iran and the United States.
These reckless actions have escalated tensions, threatening to ignite a wider conflict and diminishing the opportunities for dialogue and diplomacy. The NSC reaffirmed Iran’s right to self-defence as enshrined in the UN Charter.
The Committee conveyed condolences to the Government and people of Iran on the loss of innocent lives and prayed for the recovery of the injured.
While reiterating Pakistan’s stated position, the NSC expressed grave concern over the potential for further escalation after the attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan on June 22, which violated the resolutions of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), relevant international law, and the UN Charter.
The NSC also reaffirmed Pakistan’s close engagement with relevant parties and endorsed its readiness to continue efforts and initiatives aimed at promoting regional peace and stability.
The NSC called on all relevant parties to resolve the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy, in line with the UN Charter. The Committee underscored the need to adhere to international human rights and humanitarian laws.
It may be mentioned here that couple of hours before the start of the NSC meeting, Iranian ambassador to Pakistan visited the PM House and held a one-on-one meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
