ISLAMABAD: Iran Embassy’s Cultural Counselor, Majeed Meshki underscored the pivotal role of a robust family structure in fostering resilience within societies drawing inspiration from the unwavering spirit of Palestinian nation.
Addressing a seminar on “Impact of War in Gaza on the families, women and children, of Palestine and the Responsibility of Women’’, he emphasized the enduring strength of nations rooted in familial bonds.
Meshki said how the Palestinian people, despite enduring decades of conflict and oppression, had demonstrated remarkable resilience in their struggle for self-determination
He highlighted their steadfastness in the face of adversity, citing their 75-year-long quest for justice and freedom as a testament to their unwavering determination and resilience.
“The world should draw inspiration from the Gazans,” Meshki asserted, urging global leaders to heed the lessons of perseverance and fortitude embodied by the Palestinian people.
He emphasized that the sacrifices made by Palestinians throughout their history served as a beacon of hope for the realization of an independent Palestinian state, with Al-Quds (Jerusalem) as its rightful capital.
Throughout the seminar, participants engaged in discussions on the profound impact of war on Palestinian families, particularly women and children, shedding light on the human cost of conflict and the urgent need for international action to alleviate their suffering.
Afshan Kiani, Vice Chairperson Human Rights Council of Pakistan and Soch Aurat, lamented that humanity was being insulted in Palestine by Israel through human rights violations. She also opined to create awareness about the human rights within our society.
Humaira Tayyaba, Founder and Team Lead Save Gaza Campaign, said the Palestinians ethnic cleansing was being conducted by Israel and the world was playing a role of silent spectator. She was of the opinion that we should stage a peaceful protest demonstration to express solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Aisha Syed, General Secretary Women Wing of Jamat-e-Islami, said the western world was supporting Israel while the Muslim countries were disintegrated over Palestine issue. She urged the Muslim leaders to be united to pressure Israel to stop its brutalities in Gaza.
At the end, an unveiling ceremony of the book – Islam Ka Aaeni Nizam (The Constitutional System of Islam) was held, authored by Dr Mansoreh Zarean and Munira Zarean and translated by Muhammad Ali Tawheedi.
