Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with the Foreign Minister of Iran, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi to discuss the current regional situation and developments of mutual interest. During the telephonic conversation, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi expressed serious concern over recent developments in the region, including ceasefire violations in Lebanon by Israel and the orders by the Israeli government regarding potential attacks in parts of Beirut.
According to Radio Pakistan, the Foreign Minister of Iran also appreciated Pakistan's constructive role in regional diplomacy and requested Pakistan to continue using its good offices to help facilitate de-escalation in the current situation and support efforts to maintain the ceasefire. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar conveyed Pakistan's serious concern and emphasized the importance of ensuring that the ceasefire is sustained in order to prevent any breakdown of existing understandings.
Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact.