Altaf Hamid Rao
MIRPUR ( AJK), (Parliament Times) : “We recognize and support the independence movements of both Indian occupied Jammu & Kashmir and occupied Palestine. The people of Kashmir and Palestine have long endured the hardships of forced and unlawful occupation and have the right to determine their own political future”.
This was stated in a joint statement by US-based Palestinian leader Amaar Salim and acting Chairman Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front
(JKLF Yaseen Malik group) in a joint press statement issued in Dallas Texas and reaching here on Thursday.
“The right to self-determination is a fundamental human right, and we stand firmly behind the occupied muslim home lands – Kashmir and Palestinian people in their pursuit of independence. We believe that the international community should respect and support their aspirations for self-governance and statehood”, the two leaders said.
They called upon the international community, including governments, organizations, and individuals, to raise awareness about the struggles faced by the Kashmiris and Palestinian people and to actively work towards a peaceful resolution that respects their rights and aspirations.
“We also emphasize the importance of dialogue and negotiations in resolving these conflicts. It is essential for all parties involved to come together and engage in meaningful discussions to find a just and lasting solution that addresses the grievances of the Kashmiri and Palestinian people”, the Kashmiri and Palestinian leaders said .
The two leaders urged upon the occupying forces in both occupied Kashmir and occupied Palestine to respect human rights, cease all forms of violence and repression, and engage in peaceful dialogue with the aim of reaching a fair and equitable resolution.
In concluded as saying ” we stand united in our support for the independence movements of Kashmir and Palestine. We believe that the time has come for the international community to actively work towards a peaceful resolution that respects the rights and aspirations of the Indian occupied Kashmiri and Palestinian people. Together, we can contribute to a future where both regions are free, independent, and able to determine their own destinies”.
