ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday held a telephonic conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and discussed regional developments, particularly Gaza.
During the telephonic conversation, the Deputy Prime Minister strongly condemned Israel's unilateral plan to restrict the Rafah crossing for the exit only of Gaza residents, a clear violation of the peace plan and a move that undermines humanitarian access.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan @FaisalbinFarhan and discussed regional developments, particularly Gaza. The DPM/FM strongly condemned Israel’s unilateral plan… pic.twitter.com/L6CMh39wUu
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) December 5, 2025Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring unfettered aid to Gaza and advancing coordinated efforts toward lasting peace.
Earlier, the Israeli forces stepped up brutal assaults in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
In Gaza’s eastern neighborhoods, massive explosions rocked the area, and clouds of smoke filled the skies following widespread destruction.
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The Arab media reported that Israel launched an air strike near the “Yellow Line” close to Tufah Muhalla, while continuous gunfire targeted eastern zones.
The Israeli Air Force carried out multiple strikes in the city of Rafah, causing heavy damage to several buildings.