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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Pakistan Condemns Israel's Gaza Stance as Setback to Peace Efforts

Aug 13, 2026 12:52 AM CT Gaza Strip diplomacy,peace_process,gaza,netanyahu,pakistan

Summary

Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has formally rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's opposition to a Palestinian state, labeling Israel's refusal to withdraw from Gaza as a significant obstacle to peace. This diplomatic statement highlights international pressure on Israel regarding the ongoing conflict and the stalled peace process, though it does not involve direct military escalation or core Iran-Israel proxy dynamics.

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Pakistan says Israel's refusal to withdraw forces from Gaza 'serious setback' to peace plan Pakistan has expressed its rejection of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's opposition to the establishment of a Palestinian state. Foreign Ministry spokesman Tahir Andrabi said that a Palesti...

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Actor Responses

Israel NEUTRAL

Refused to withdraw forces from Gaza and opposed the establishment of a Palestinian state.

United States NEUTRAL

Not directly mentioned in this specific diplomatic exchange.

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