Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today reaffirmed Pakistan”s unwavering support for Iran and offered condolences for over 1900 fatalities following continued Israeli attacks, while spearheading a major diplomatic peace initiative to de-escalate regional hostilities.
In an extensive telephone conversation lasting more than an hour with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, the Prime Minister conveyed Pakistan’s strong condemnation of the ongoing Israeli aggression, including recent assaults on civilian infrastructure.
Mr. Sharif expressed profound solidarity with the people of Iran during what he described as challenging times. He offered deep condolences for the significant loss of life and extended prayers for the swift recovery of all those injured and displaced by the conflict.
The Prime Minister also briefed his Iranian counterpart on a comprehensive diplomatic outreach programme currently underway. He detailed how he, along with the Deputy Prime Minister and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, is actively engaging with the United States, as well as brotherly Gulf and Islamic nations, to foster an environment conducive to peace negotiations.
He informed President Pezeshkian that Pakistan’s peace initiative has received strong endorsement from international partners, expressing optimism that a collective and viable path towards the cessation of hostilities could be achieved.
President Pezeshkian appreciated the Prime Minister’s sincere diplomatic endeavours and shared his administration”s perspective on the hostilities being perpetrated by Israel. He stressed that building trust was essential to facilitate any future mediation or talks and commended Pakistan for its supportive and peaceful role.
Concluding the call, the Prime Minister thanked the Iranian President, assuring him that Pakistan would persist in playing a constructive role aimed at restoring peace and stability throughout the region.