Lukashenko, Sharif on situation in Middle East and Ukraine
President of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko and Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif called for an immediate and permanent cessation of hostilities without preconditions in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon in their joint statement, adopted following the two leaders’ talks in Islamabad, BelTA reports
“Both leaders expressed deep concern over the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, which has led to a devastating humanitarian crisis and significant civilian casualties in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. The parties called for an immediate and permanent cessation of hostilities without preconditions in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, strikes on the territory of the Syrian Arab Republic, ensuring uninterrupted and safe delivery of humanitarian aid, restraint against the threat of expansion of the conflict zone, and stressed the need to intensify efforts to achieve peace, stability and security for the entire region,” the document reads.
In a joint statement, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the establishment of an independent Palestinian State on the basis of a two-state formula, in accordance with the decisions of the Security Council and the UN General Assembly.
Aleksandr Lukashenko and Shehbaz Sharif also stressed the paramount importance of a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Ukraine, the need for diplomatic efforts and constructive dialogue. They noted that the ongoing conflict has far-reaching consequences not only for the region, but also for global stability and security.
“The two leaders called on all parties involved to prioritise negotiations and peaceful means of solving all major problems, reaffirming their commitment to support initiatives that promote lasting peace and stability in the region,” the joint statement said.
