Pakistan is morphing into Hamas’s next stronghold, especially in PoK, according to a critical report that demands urgent global attention. With Gaza operations targeting Hamas’s core, the group’s pivot to Pakistan introduces fresh vulnerabilities for the West and its allies.
The MEMRI report dissects how Pakistan shelters Hamas ideologues and logisticians, allowing them public platforms and terror ties. This hypocrisy erodes efforts to diplomatically isolate the group and questions longstanding US-Pakistan ties.
Contextually, the Board of Peace launched under US leadership on January 15, 2026, seeks Gaza stability. Trump’s outreach to Sharif days later contrasts sharply with Pakistan’s Hamas indulgence.
Nazi Zaheer’s post-October 7, 2023, activism exploded: headlining events, leading protests, and aligning with designated terrorists from LeT and JeM. Qaddoumi’s repeated visits to Pakistani venues further amplify Hamas’s outreach.
These activities imply silent approval from Pakistani authorities, a red flag for counter-terror cooperation. On Kashmir Solidarity Day 2025, PoK hosted unified displays of military, state, and jihadist forces, including Hamas voices.
Pakistan’s polity shows Hamas penetration, with jihadist reps meeting envoys. The report advocates scrutiny of Pakistan’s major non-NATO status, pushing for accountability to prevent terror proliferation.
As tensions simmer, this intelligence underscores the need for robust measures. Ignoring Pakistan’s role risks empowering Hamas anew, with ripple effects on Middle East peace and South Asian security.