ISLAMABAD (special crosspondent) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the Office of the Spokesperson, has issued a formal statement strongly condemning the recent unprovoked military strike conducted by Israeli occupation forces against the Abu al-Duhur Airbase located in the Idlib province of Syria.

This latest escalation follows ongoing efforts by the Pakistan Assumes Presidency of the United Nations Conference on Disarmament to promote global stability and adherence to international protocols. The government in Islamabad has described these provocative actions as a flagrant violation of international law, warning that such measures possess the potential to severely undermine regional peace and stability.

Pakistan has reaffirmed its unwavering solidarity with the people of Syria, reiterating its full support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and long-term prosperity of the Syrian Arab Republic. This stance aligns with the country’s broader diplomatic initiatives, similar to recent high-level discussions held by officials such as the Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar Discusses Regional Developments With Turkish FM, aimed at fostering regional cooperation and security.

In its official communication, Pakistan further urged the international community to take decisive action to end the repeated violations of international law by Israeli occupation forces. Islamabad emphasized the necessity of holding these forces accountable for their destabilizing activities within the region, maintaining that international accountability is essential for regional order.

The official statement, issued under reference number 220/2026, was released on 19 August 2026.