Khawaja Asif calls for OIC session to devise strategy against Israel
ISLAMABAD: Federal Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has called on the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to convene an emergency session to formulate a unified response to Israel’s continued aggression in the region.
Addressing the National Assembly, the minister strongly condemned Israel’s milit actions, particularly its recent attacks on Iran, describing them as a grave threat to both regional and global stability.
“It is deeply regrettable that more protests are taking place in non-Muslim countries than in the Muslim world, despite the killing of innocent Palestinian children,” he remarked.
Highlighting the close ties between Pakistan and Iran, Khawaja Asif said, “Iran is not just a neighbour, but a brotherly nation with historical and cultural bonds with Pakistan.”
He warned that unless the Muslim world unites, each country could face similar aggression. “Israel’s attacks on Yemen, Iran, and Palestine are part of a broader strategy. Many Muslim countries are already experiencing heightened security threats. The need for decisive leadership is urgent,” he emphasized.
“Israel has innocent blood on its hands,” he added, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for Iran and its commitment to standing by the nation on international platforms.
The minister referred to India’s recent aggression, saying it had faced consequences. “India’s false pride has been broken, and their leadership is now embarrassed at home. This was only possible due to our strong milit and the unity of our people,” he said.
He praised the armed forces and the people for standing firm in the face of threats. “We proved to the world that Pakistan is not weak — not yesterday, not today,” he declared. He said enemies tried to weaken Pakistan, but their plans failed.
He highlighted how the world was closely watching Pakistan’s coastal borders during recent tensions, and how Pakistan’s armed forces defended the nation bravely. “Our navy’s response forced the enemy to retreat,” he said.
The defence minister said that while Pakistan’s milit strength is commendable, the economy must also be strong.
He praised Pakistan’s youth, especially cyber experts, for delivering a strong blow to India during a recent cyber conflict. “Our young people shut down lights in stadiums, disrupted IPL matches, and even affected dams. Their skills surprised the world,” he said.
