Amid rising tensions in Palestine, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has reinforced the nation’s pledge to bolster relationships with North African nations.

He emphasized increased connectivity and wider collaboration across various sectors. These discussions took place with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The backdrop was the 21st extraordinary session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers.

Dar conveyed Pakistan’s resolve via a post on X (formerly Twitter). The leaders addressed the dire Palestinian situation, highlighting the critical need for humanitarian aid access, a truce, and enduring peace. They stressed the crucial role of Muslim world unity during these difficult times.