M Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Erdogan call for restraint amid Middle East tensions, discuss regional stability and Afghanistan developments.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday held a telephone conversation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, discussing the evolving regional situation and the need to prevent further escalation. During the call, both leaders stressed the importance of maximum restraint by all parties to avoid widening instability in the Middle East. Pakistan Condemns Israeli Strike on Iran Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed deep concern over the escalating crisis, condemning Israel’s attack on Iran and subsequent developments affecting other Gulf countries. He informed President Erdogan of his recent outreach to Gulf leadership, reaffirming Pakistan’s solidarity with brotherly nations and its readiness to play a constructive role in efforts aimed at de-escalation. The two leaders also discussed recent developments concerning Afghanistan and agreed to remain in close contact to support regional peace and stability. Diplomatic Outreach Continues Separately, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov to review regional developments. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, both sides emphasized the importance of peace and agreed to stay closely engaged as the situation unfolds. Focus on Stability The diplomatic engagements highlight Pakistan’s efforts to coordinate with regional partners amid heightened tensions, with leadership underscoring dialogue and restraint as key to preventing further escalation.
PM Shehbaz, Erdogan Call for Restraint Amid Rising Regional Tensions
