Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a detailed telephonic conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, focusing on rising regional tensions and efforts to restore peace.
The hour-long discussion comes amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East.
During the call, both leaders held extensive discussions on the evolving situation in the region and the urgent need for peace.
The prime minister strongly condemned continued Israeli attacks on Iran, including recent strikes on civilian infrastructure. He reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the Iranian people during what he described as a difficult period.
He also expressed condolences over the loss of more than 1,900 lives and prayed for the recovery of the injured and displaced.
Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach
The prime minister briefed the Iranian president on Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation.
He said that outreach is being carried out at multiple levels, including engagements with the United States, Gulf countries, and other Islamic nations. These efforts involve senior leadership, including the deputy prime minister and Syed Asim Munir.
According to the prime minister, Pakistan’s peace initiative has received strong international backing, raising hopes for a collective path towards ending the conflict.
Iran appreciates Pakistan’s role
President Pezeshkian appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement and acknowledged its efforts to promote dialogue.
He shared Iran’s perspective on the ongoing hostilities and stressed the importance of building trust to enable meaningful negotiations and mediation.
The Iranian leader also praised Pakistan’s constructive and supportive role in pushing for regional stability.
In response, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked the Iranian president and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating peace.
He assured that Islamabad would continue playing a proactive and constructive role to help restore stability in the region through dialogue and cooperation.
