On October 16, 2023, Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani engaged in separate discussions with his Iranian and Egyptian counterparts regarding the situation in Gaza, the suffering of the Palestinian people, and the pressing need for humanitarian aid.
During his conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossien Amir Abdollahian, Jalil Abbas Jilani highlighted the crises in Gaza, including the loss of civilian lives and the significant displacement of Palestinians from their homes. He emphasized the shared understanding that immediate measures are necessary to prevent the conflict from escalating further and to provide essential humanitarian assistance.
In his talks with the Egyptian counterpart, Sameh Shukri, the Pakistani Foreign Minister addressed strategies to prevent an escalation of the conflict, protect civilians from collective punishment, hunger, and displacement. He also affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to providing any available humanitarian aid to assist in the situation.
