President Zardari Condemns Storming Of Al Aqsa Mosque

April 9, 2026 Diplomats World

President Zardari Issues Strong Condemnation Of Mosque Storming

President Asif Ali Zardari has officially condemned the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, also known as Al-Haram Al-Sharif, by Israeli occupation forces. The President characterized the incident as a flagrant violation of international law and a direct assault on the historical character and sanctity of the holy site, which holds profound religious significance for the global Muslim community.

Presidential Rejection Of Status Alteration At Holy Sites

In a formal press release from the President’s Secretariat, Asif Ali Zardari rejected any attempts by external forces to alter the established religious and legal status of the Al-Aqsa Mosque. He emphasized that the sanctity of the site must be preserved according to historical precedents and international agreements, warning that any unilateral changes would be considered unacceptable by Pakistan.

Incident Involving Israeli Minister Labeled As Provocation

The President specifically referred to a provocative incident occurring on April 6 involving an Israeli Minister. He termed this act a deliberate provocation intended to incite tension and disrupt the peace. Such actions, the President noted, serve only to destabilize an already volatile region and demonstrate a lack of respect for established international norms and religious sensitivities.

Concerns Over Restrictions During Ramzan And Eid

President Zardari expressed deep concern regarding the recent restrictions placed on access to the mosque for worshippers. He noted that these limitations remained in place during the holy months of Ramzan and the celebration of Eid, preventing thousands of faithful individuals from performing their religious obligations at one of Islam’s most sacred locations.

Allegations Of Exploiting US-Iran Conflict For Measures

The President pointed out that current regional developments, specifically the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Iran, appeared to have been utilized as a justification for these restrictive measures. He cautioned against using broader geopolitical tensions as a cover for implementing policies that infringe upon religious freedoms and the historical rights of the Palestinian people.

International Community Urged To Prevent Further Actions

A central component of the President’s message was a direct call to the international community to take immediate and urgent steps to prevent such provocative actions. Zardari argued that global silence on these matters emboldens further violations and that proactive diplomatic intervention is necessary to safeguard the holy site from further incursions by occupation forces.

Reiteration Of Pakistan’s Unwavering Support For Palestine

President Zardari reaffirmed Pakistan’s consistent and unwavering support for the Palestinian people in their struggle for self-determination. He stated that Pakistan continues to advocate for the rights of Palestinians to live with dignity and security, emphasizing that the resolution of the conflict is a priority for the nation’s foreign policy and diplomatic efforts.

Commitment To Independent State With Al Quds Capital

The President reiterated Pakistan’s long-standing position regarding the two-state solution. He emphasized the necessity of establishing an independent, viable, and contiguous Palestinian state. According to the President, such a state must be based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif serving as its permanent and sovereign capital.

Call For Adherence To International Legal Frameworks

Islamabad has called for strict adherence to international legal frameworks that protect religious sites in occupied territories. The President noted that the protection of Al-Aqsa is not merely a regional issue but a matter of international law that requires the attention of the United Nations and other global monitoring bodies to ensure compliance.

Potential For Regional Escalation Due To Provocations

The statement warned that continued provocations at Al-Aqsa Mosque have the potential to trigger a wider regional escalation. By targeting a site of such immense spiritual value, the President argued that the occupation forces are risking a total collapse of diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation in other sectors of the Middle Eastern theater.

Final Appeal For Peace And Historical Preservation

Concluding his statement, President Zardari made a final appeal for the preservation of peace and the historical integrity of Jerusalem. He underscored that Pakistan remains committed to using its diplomatic influence to highlight these violations on every international platform, ensuring that the plight of the Palestinian people and the sanctity of Al-Aqsa remain at the forefront of global discourse.