Why it matters:
The protest reflects growing public anger in Pakistan over a two-year-long Israeli campaign of “genocide” in Gaza. It also highlights frustration with Muslim-majority governments for their silence and inaction.
What they're saying:
“Gaza has turned into a sea of blood… the silence of the Islamic world is shameful,” said Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, Jamaat-e-Islami chief.
“Israel is an illegitimate regime and can never be accepted,” said deputy leader Liaqat Baloch, warning against normalization efforts.
“The day of Palestine’s liberation is near,” said Lahore coordinator Ziauddin Ansari.
The big picture:
Protesters chanted slogans such as “Labbaik Ya Aqsa” and “Freedom for Palestine is the demand of the Ummah,” signaling strong grassroots support for the Palestinian cause. The rally also served as a platform to reaffirm Pakistan’s historical stance—rooted in the vision of its founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, against recognizing Israel.
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