The President of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind (JIH), Syed Sadatullah Hussaini has strongly condemned the reported Pakistani airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan, which resulted in the loss of hundreds of innocent lives and left many others injured.
In a statement to the media, Syed Sadatullah Hussaini said, “We strongly condemn the alleged airstrike by Pakistan on a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, killing more than 400 people and injuring over 250. We express our deep condolences to the families of the victims and solidarity with the people of Afghanistan during this tragic time. The attack reportedly took place at night and caused extensive destruction to a facility that housed a large number of vulnerable patients. Hospitals are places of care and protection, and any attack on such institutions constitutes a grave violation of international humanitarian principles. The loss of life in such circumstances, especially of those who were already in distress and under treatment, shows the devastating human cost of armed conflict.”
Syed Sadatullah Hussaini stated, “This tragic incident comes amid rapidly escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with repeated cross-border strikes and accusations further worsening the situation. The ongoing conflict between the two neighbouring countries, which share a long and sensitive border, risks pushing the region into deeper instability. The destruction of civilian infrastructure and the rising number of casualties underline the need for immediate restraint and de-escalation by all parties involved.”
The JIH President further emphasized, “War between these two neighbouring countries must be avoided at all costs and should not be allowed to ignite under any circumstances. Maintaining regional stability is of utmost importance and any escalation would have serious consequences for the wider region. All issues and differences must be resolved through dialogue and negotiation, and not through the use of force or military confrontation. We call upon both Pakistan and Afghanistan to exercise maximum restraint and avoid any actions that may lead to further loss of innocent lives. We urge the international community to take immediate steps to ensure an impartial investigation into the incident so that the truth is established and accountability is ensured. There is an urgent need for renewed diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions and restore peace in the region. Lasting peace can only be achieved through justice, respect for human dignity, and adherence to international law, not through war and armed conflict.”
