The National Assembly on Friday expressed unanimous solidarity with Palestinian resistance against Israeli occupation and the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh. In the second meeting of the eighth session, the lower house passed a resolution extending condolences to Haniyeh's family and the people of Palestine. Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training, Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, condemned Haniyeh's killing. Also read: National Assembly offers Fateha for slain Hamas leader Ismail HaniyehFederal Minister for States and Frontier Regions, Amir Muqam, echoed these sentiments, calling the resolution a significant step. The National Assembly session was adjourned and will reconvene on Monday, August 5, at 11:30am.

Source: The Express Tribune August 03, 2024 08:32 UTC