ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has renewed its call for dialogue and restraint amid ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran and reaffirmed its commitment to regional peace and diplomacy.
Addressing the weekly media briefing in Islamabad, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said that Pakistan would continue encouraging all sides to end hostilities and resume technical-level talks under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The spokesperson said, “Pakistan remained deeply concerned over the renewed conflict in the region, stressing that further escalation served no one's interest.”
He emphasized that sustained engagement, dialogue, and diplomacy remained the only viable path toward lasting peace, stability, and progress.
Referring to the Islamabad MoU, brokered with Pakistan's facilitation, Andrabi acknowledged, “Its implementation was facing challenges, but Islamabad reiterates its commitment to encouraging all parties to honor their commitments under the agreement.”
He also called for the resumption of technical-level talks in line with the MoU and the Pakistan-Qatar joint statement issued on June 22.
Highlighting the broader regional impact of the crisis, the spokesperson said, “Many countries, particularly in the Global South, were facing adverse economic consequences due to instability in the Strait of Hormuz.”
He underscored the need for the early normalization of the situation to safeguard global energy supplies, trade routes, food security, and freedom of maritime navigation.
The spokesperson said, “Pakistan always remained actively engaged with key regional stakeholders in support of de-escalation efforts.”
“In this regard, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had held separate telephone conversations with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Iranian President Dr Massoud Pezeshkian,” explained the spokesperson.
“During these discussions, the prime minister expressed concern over escalating tensions, conveyed solidarity with Qatar following recent attacks, and urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint.”
According to the foreign office spokesperson, both Qatar and Iran appreciated Pakistan's constructive role in promoting regional peace. “The leaders also agreed to remain in close contact and continue diplomatic consultations,” he said.
The spokesperson further said that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also maintained active diplomatic engagement through separate telephone conversations with the Iranian Foreign Minister, Syed Abbas Araghchi and the Saudi Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
“The discussions focused on the evolving regional situation, the importance of de-escalation, and the continuation of diplomatic contacts.”
Reaffirming Pakistan's foreign policy priorities, Andrabi said that Islamabad believed that all conflicts and disputes were ultimately resolved through negotiations rather than confrontation.
He expressed hope that all parties would remain committed to dialogue and diplomacy, emphasizing that regional peace and stability were essential for shared prosperity and sustainable development.
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