Pakistan, Iran FMs discuss regional situation, stress need to preserve ceasefire

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Monday to discuss the evolving regional situation and issues of mutual interest.

The development comes after Iran’s Tasnim news agency said Tehran’s negotiating team was stopping exchanges of messages with the United States through mediators due to attacks on Lebanon.

According to the Foreign Office, Araghchi expressed serious concern over recent developments in the region, including reported ceasefire violations in Lebanon by Israel and orders issued by the Israeli government regarding potential military action in parts of Beirut.

The Iranian foreign minister appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in regional diplomacy and requested Islamabad to continue using its good offices to help facilitate de-escalation and support efforts aimed at maintaining the ceasefire.

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FM Dar conveyed Pakistan’s serious concern over the situation and underscored the importance of preserving the ceasefire to prevent any breakdown of existing understandings and avoid further escalation.

The two foreign ministers also exchanged views on broader regional developments and agreed to remain in close contact as the situation evolves.

Pakistan has consistently called for restraint, dialogue and diplomatic engagement to promote peace and stability in the region.