Pakistan Is Doing More for Palestine Than the Arab World

Pakistan has always stood firmly with the people of Palestine. From the time of its creation, Pakistan’s position on the Palestinian issue has been clear, principled, and unwavering. The founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, made it very clear that Pakistan would never accept Israel as a legitimate state, because it was built on the forced displacement of Palestinians from their homeland. That position has never changed, even when many other countries changed theirs.

Pakistan’s support for Palestine is not limited to just speeches or statements at the United Nations. It has backed its words with real actions. Pakistan has always raised its voice at every international forum, whether it is the OIC, the UN, or the Human Rights Council, in support of the oppressed Palestinian people. Pakistan has consistently demanded an end to Israel’s occupation, the creation of an independent Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital, and justice for the decades of violence and occupation the Palestinians have endured.

Some people, however, ask why Pakistan does not send its army to Gaza to fight against Israeli aggression. This question, while emotional, ignores some very important realities. The Pakistan Army is a professional and disciplined force that operates under the Constitution. It is not a private militia. It cannot act on emotional appeals or online trends. Any deployment of Pakistani forces outside the country must be based on national interest, parliamentary approval, and clear legal grounds. No such deployment has ever taken place without full constitutional backing.

Pakistan’s military is meant to defend the country’s own borders, and even if a foreign mission were to be considered, it cannot happen without coordination with other countries. Military operations across continents are not as simple as they sound. They require logistics, airspace permissions, bases in neighboring countries, fuel, medical supplies, communication lines, and political cover. None of Gaza’s neighbors—Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, or even Turkey—have offered their land or bases for such an operation. If the region itself is not united on military intervention, then expecting Pakistan to act alone is not only unrealistic, but also unfair.

Despite these limitations, Pakistan has done more than most countries for the Palestinian people. Since the brutal Israeli assault on Gaza in October 2023, Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has sent 27 cargo flights and shiploads of humanitarian aid to Palestine. More than 2,000 tons of food, medicine, blankets, tents, and other essential supplies have been delivered, despite the blockade and logistical challenges. This humanitarian assistance continues, showing that even without military action, Pakistan is actively supporting Palestinians.

Furthermore, Pakistan has invested in the future of Palestine. Hundreds of Palestinian students have been offered scholarships in Pakistani universities. As of now, 192 Palestinian students have been admitted for medical education, and many more are being trained in engineering and social sciences. In addition, Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) has trained dozens of Palestinian cadets, and 157 of them have already graduated. These future doctors, engineers, and officers will serve their own people, carrying with them not only education but also the spirit of brotherhood and resistance.

Pakistan’s support is not just emotional—it is strategic, humanitarian, and consistent. At the same time, it is important to understand the hypocrisy of some voices who criticize Pakistan for not doing enough for Gaza, but say nothing about the suffering of Muslims in Kashmir. Israel’s closest partner in the region is India, which has deployed more than 900,000 troops in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), committing daily human rights violations. Yet those same critics stay completely silent on India’s crimes, while targeting Pakistan, the only Muslim nuclear power that is actively defending Muslim causes worldwide.

While some so-called Islamic states in the region either normalize ties with Israel or stay silent, Pakistan continues to raise its voice, even at the cost of international pressure. Pakistan has refused to recognize Israel and has made it clear that this will not change until a free Palestinian state is established. Pakistan believes that standing with Palestine is not just a political stance—it is a moral duty. It is about supporting justice, opposing oppression, and defending the rights of an occupied people.

The idea that sending troops is the only form of real support is a narrow view. True support includes diplomatic efforts, humanitarian aid, capacity-building, training, and standing firm in the face of global pressure. Pakistan has shown that support for Palestine can take many strong and meaningful forms. Those who demand action should also look at what Pakistan has done in real terms—not just what looks dramatic in headlines.

The people of Palestine do not just need fighters—they need doctors, engineers, teachers, journalists, and leaders. Pakistan is helping build those. They need food, water, and shelter when bombs destroy their homes. Pakistan is sending that. They need voices that speak for them when the world turns away. Pakistan has never been silent.

In a world where many powerful countries ignore Palestinian suffering, Pakistan’s consistent stand matters more than ever. This is not about winning likes on social media. This is about doing the right thing, staying true to principles, and supporting brothers and sisters under occupation in every way that is real, lasting, and meaningful. Pakistan has stood with Palestine since day one, and it will continue to do so until justice is done.