Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has clarified that Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan does not represent Pakistan’s position. He explained that the plan released by the U.S. was different from the draft that Pakistan and other Muslim nations had agreed upon.
Dar told parliament that key proposals backed by Pakistan were missing in Trump’s version. He stressed that Islamabad still supports a ceasefire, humanitarian aid for Gaza, and a halt to forced displacement. He also underlined that Pakistan’s long-standing policy on Palestine remains unchanged.
The American plan includes an immediate ceasefire, release of all hostages, phased Israeli withdrawal, Hamas disarmament, and a transitional administration for Gaza under international oversight. While Pakistan earlier welcomed the idea of peace, Dar noted that alterations in the final draft do not reflect Pakistan’s stance.
Public reaction inside Pakistan has been mixed. Many political voices accused the plan of favoring the U.S. and Israel. Dar assured lawmakers that Pakistan will continue to push for amendments and corrections. He added that Islamabad stands by the Palestinian people and will not accept any arrangement that undermines their rights.
The Deputy Prime Minister further said that dialogue with other Muslim-majority countries is ongoing. Pakistan wants to ensure that any peace framework addresses humanitarian concerns and leads to a lasting solution.
With tensions still high in the region, Pakistan’s government has called for immediate international action to stop the violence in Gaza. Dar’s clarification signals that Islamabad is unwilling to compromise on its principles, even while supporting global peace initiatives.
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