Summary Shah praised the limited ceasefire arrangements in the Oleshki region, which allowed the evacuation of stranded civilians, praising "the efforts of both parties and the United States
NEW YORK (Web Desk) - Pakistan on Monday called for a reduction in escalation, a ceasefire in Ukraine, and the resumption of dialogue to reach a comprehensive and lasting peace settlement, while warning of the repercussions of the continuation of the war on civilians, infrastructure, food security, and energy, especially in developing countries.
Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Syed Haider Shah, said during a UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine, "Continued fighting exacerbates the damage to civilians and infrastructure," expressing his "concern about civilian casualties and the targeting of energy facilities, transportation networks, and commercial ships."
"The humanitarian repercussions of the war and the disruptions affecting food and energy security go beyond the borders of the region and place additional burdens on developing countries," Shah added, calling on both parties to the conflict to avoid expanding the scope of fighting and to fulfil their obligations under international law and international humanitarian law.
Shah praised the limited ceasefire arrangements in the Oleshki region, which allowed the evacuation of stranded civilians, praising "the efforts of both parties and the United States in facilitating the evacuation process."
"The military solution threatens to further escalate and prolong the suffering of those affected," he stressed, confirming that "a strong ceasefire can pave the way for a peaceful settlement that takes into account the legitimate security concerns of all parties, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law."
He pointed out that dialogue, de-escalation, and adherence to international law represent the way to achieve comprehensive and lasting peace in Ukraine.
