New Delhi: Israel has firmly dismissed a proposal involving the Pakistan Army in relief operations in the Gaza Strip, underscoring that it would only collaborate with countries it deems trustworthy. Senior Israeli officials reiterated that any involvement in Gaza must align with existing strategic partnerships and mutual confidence, effectively ruling out institutional participation by Pakistan’s military.
The response came after Islamabad expressed its willingness to contribute to humanitarian efforts amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Pakistan’s offer, framed as assistance for civilians affected by hostilities, was not accepted by Israeli authorities, who stressed that cooperation frameworks are guided by political and diplomatic ties rather than broad humanitarian gestures alone.
Israeli leadership has maintained that coordination on matters related to Gaza requires a clear, established relationship between states. Given the absence of formal diplomatic relations between Israel and Pakistan, officials in Jerusalem made it clear that such cooperation would not be feasible under the current geopolitical landscape.
The development highlights broader regional dynamics, where differing political stances and alliances shape how countries engage with the crisis in Gaza. Israel’s rejection reflects its cautious approach to foreign military or institutional participation in the conflict zone, even for non-combatant roles.
While Pakistan has remained vocal about its support for Palestinian civilians, the diplomatic terrain between Islamabad and Jerusalem remains distant. Israel’s statement reiterating its selective cooperation criteria signals that any future involvement by third–party nations will hinge on deeper trust and established bilateral ties.
The exchange adds another layer to international reactions surrounding the Gaza situation, illustrating how geopolitical considerations continue to influence humanitarian engagement and multilateral dialogue.
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