Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the recent visit of Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, calling it a violation of international law and a provocation that threatens peace in the Middle East. The visit, which involved Ben Gvir praying at the site under heavy police presence, has drawn widespread criticism from several countries, including Saudi Arabia and Jordan, who warned it could escalate regional tensions. Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs echoed these concerns, urging the international community to take action to protect the religious sanctity of Al-Aqsa Mosque and hold Israel accountable for what it described as unlawful aggression. In addition to its diplomatic response, Pakistan is sending 100 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza, as part of ongoing support for Palestinians amid the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.

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