Pakistan Rejects Abraham Accords Speculation, Reaffirms Support for Palestinian Statehood
Speaking to journalists in Washington, Dar stated that rumors surrounding Pakistan's possible inclusion in the Abraham Accords were unfounded and emphasized that Pakistan remains committed to its principled stance on the Palestinian issue.
He said Pakistan would not demonstrate any flexibility on the matter unless an independent Palestinian state is recognized according to the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem (Al-Quds Al-Sharif) as its capital.
Dar further highlighted Pakistan's role as a promoter of peace, claiming the country has played a constructive part in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran. According to him, Pakistan helped establish initial diplomatic contacts and contributed to bringing both countries to the negotiating table after nearly 47 years.
The Foreign Minister also stated that under the leadership of the Prime Minister and military leadership, Pakistan has gained renewed international recognition, while attempts to diplomatically isolate the country have failed.
Discussing regional issues, Dar reiterated Pakistan's support for Palestinian rights and also reaffirmed the country's position on Kashmir, stating that the people of Kashmir should be granted the right to self-determination according to United Nations resolutions.
His remarks come after recent comments by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who suggested that following a possible agreement between Iran and the United States, more Muslim countries — including Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar — should become part of the Abraham Accords.