ISLAMABAD: Nearly three-quarters of the Pakistani public support the deployment of military forces to Gaza as part of a multilateral peace-monitoring mission.
According to a nationally representative survey released by Gallup Pakistan, conducted between January 15 and February 3, reveals that 73 percent of respondents favour sending troops, though this support is heavily contingent on the mission being framed as a joint alliance of Muslim countries, receiving a formal request from the Palestinian leadership, and obtaining the United Nations approval.
While 55 percent of those surveyed expressed strong support for a military role, the public remains cautious about the nature of international involvement; notably, only 34 percent expressed approval of Pakistan’s inclusion in the “Board of Peace” initiated by US President Donald Trump, while a significant 39 percent remained unsure.
The survey highlights a high level of public engagement, with 54 percent of Pakistanis actively following developments in Gaza, yet it also reflects a divided outlook on post-ceasefire stability.
While 43 percent of the population sees slight improvements in food and security conditions, 26 percent perceive no change at all. Strategically, the public is split between those who believe military action is necessary (44 percent) and those who prioritise diplomacy and humanitarian aid (33 percent).
Despite these differences, fears of a broader escalation remain relatively low, with only 20 percent of respondents concerned that a military deployment would draw Pakistan into a wider regional war.
Ultimately, the findings suggest that while there is a clear mandate for a Pakistani role in Gaza, the public demands a framework rooted in Muslim solidarity and international legitimacy rather than one led by global superpowers.
