Pakistan’s Foreign Office confirmed that Pakistani passports are not valid for travel to Israel, maintaining that no visits are permissible under current regulations. The country does not recognize Israel and continues to support Palestinian statehood and rights.
The Foreign Office (FO) of Pakistan has reiterated its stance that Pakistani passports are not valid for travel to Israel. On Tuesday, spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan addressed media inquiries concerning reports of Pakistani journalists visiting Israel by stating that the travel restrictions remain in effect. He emphasized that the passport explicitly indicates they are “not valid for travel to Israel,” preventing any such travel under current regulations.
Furthermore, Khan reaffirmed Pakistan’s unchanged position regarding Israel. He outlined that Pakistan does not recognize Israel and continues to advocate for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. This includes supporting the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on the pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.
Additionally, he pledged Pakistan’s commitment to a fair and peaceful resolution of the Palestinian issue, consistent with relevant United Nations resolutions and in alignment with the aspirations of the Palestinian populace. This position underscores Pakistan’s long-standing support for Palestinian rights and sovereignty.
Pakistan’s Foreign Office has firmly clarified that its passports are not valid for travel to Israel, reiterating the country’s longstanding position of non-recognition of Israel. The government remains committed to supporting Palestinian rights, advocating for an independent state based on pre-1967 borders, and pursuing a peaceful resolution of the Palestinian conflict in accordance with UN resolutions.
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