Islamabad: Pakistan is actively engaged with its international partners to ensure the safety and prompt repatriation of its citizens, who were illegally detained by the Israeli occupying forces.

According to Radio Pakistan, a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that, through the diplomatic channels of a friendly European country, former Senator Mushtaq Ahmad is in the custody of the Israeli occupying forces and is safe and in good health.

The Ministry’s statement highlighted that Senator Mushtaq will be presented before a court in accordance with local legal procedures. Upon the issuance of deportation orders, his repatriation will be facilitated on a fast-track basis. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs had previously coordinated the safe return of individuals who disembarked earlier, expressing profound gratitude to the brotherly countries that assisted in the repatriation of its citizens.

Furthermore, the Foreign Office emphasized the Government of Pakistan’s commitment to the protection of all its citizens abroad and expressed anticipation for the completion of the repatriation process within the coming days.