"Pakistan's Chief of Staff General Bajwa and I spoke today about the US defensive action to kill Qassem Soleimani. The Iran regime's actions in the region are destabilizing and our resolve in protecting American interests, personnel, facilities, and partners will not waver," Pompeo stated in a tweet.
According to DG ISPR, the COAS received telephone call from US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Regional situation including possible implications of recent escalation in Middle East was discussed, he said.
"COAS emphasised need for maximum restraint and constructive engagement by all concerned to de-escalate the situation in broader interest of peace and stability", the DG said, adding that the COAS also reiterated the need for maintaining focus on success of Afghan Peace Process.