Pakistan, May 20 -- The Israel-Palestine conflict is widely recognised as one of the longest conflicts in the world. The beginning of the conflict traces back to the 20th century. The Palestine issue is deeply rooted in the basic principles of dignity, self-determination, integrity, and safety. Owing to Muslim struggle against colonial occupation in the sub-continent, these principles resonate well with Pakistan's freedom movement. Therefore, despite change in governments and political differences, the state of Pakistan, be it the civilian or the military leadership, has maintained a clear stance on the Palestine issue which has remained consistent over decades.

The state of Pakistan advocates the establishment of a sovereign and indepen...