Speaking at a Council meeting on the Middle East and implementation of Resolution 2334, Ambassador Asim described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as “the most heart‑wrenching catastrophe of our time.”Pakistan termed President Trump’s efforts as a constructive step towards promoting peace. The peace efforts were prepared with the cooperation of the OIC and Arab countries,” said Asim Iftikhar. “This is a blatant violation of international law and of Resolution 2334,” he said. “If the Council cannot secure implementation of its own resolutions, its standing will be at risk,” he said. Concluding his address, Pakistan’s permanent representative reaffirmed Islamabad’s unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people and said Pakistan will remain actively engaged in consultative processes aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace.