Pakistan condemns attack as violation of Iran’s sovereignty

Islamabad: Pakistan issued a strong condemnation on Saturday of Israel’s missile strikes on Iran, describing them as a “grave violation” of the country’s sovereignty and international law.

In a statement, the Foreign Office warned that the attacks posed a significant threat to peace and stability in an already volatile region.

“Israeli military strikes against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iran are a grave violation of the UN Charter and international law.

“These strikes undermine the path to regional peace and stability and also constitute a dangerous escalation,” the FO said, holding Israel responsible for an “escalation and expansion of the conflict”.

Pakistan also urged the UN Security Council to step in and halt “Israeli recklessness in the region and its criminal behaviour.”

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif echoed these concerns on social media, condemning the attacks and warning of broader risks to peace. “Deeply worried by the recent act of Israeli aggression against Iran,” he wrote on X.

“Such actions threaten not only regional peace and stability but also violate principles of sovereignty and international law. While strongly condemning this action, Pakistan stands with Iran and its other neighbours in pursuit of peace.”

He further called for restraint and diplomacy, emphasising Pakistan’s commitment to peaceful conflict resolution.

The Foreign Office also urged the international community to play a role in restoring peace and security in the region, warning that unchecked escalation could lead to severe consequences.

Pakistan’s condemnation aligned with similar reactions from other leading Muslim countries, which have widely criticised the Israeli attacks as violations of sovereignty.