— PM speaks to Iranian President, stresses dialogue amid regional tensions
— The two leaders reaffirm Pakistan–Iran’s commitment to peace through diplomacy
— Dar and Araghchi also confer and agree to stay in close contact
— Pakistan backs Iran at UNHRC, votes against mandate extension: PM
ISLAMABAD: In a bid to help defuse tensions between Iran and US, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday spoke with Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, with both leaders exchanging views on the evolving regional situation and underscoring the need for sustained dialogue and diplomatic engagement to ensure peace and stability.
According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), PM Shehbaz highlighted the importance of continuous diplomatic efforts for promoting peace, security and development in the region.
Reflecting the “close and fraternal ties” between Pakistan and Iran — rooted in shared history, culture and faith — the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining regular high-level engagements and consultations through established bilateral mechanisms to strengthen cooperation across all areas of mutual interest.
In a post on X, the prime minister said both sides agreed that dialogue and diplomacy were vital for regional peace and reiterated their resolve to further deepen Pakistan–Iran relations through institutional cooperation.
The call came amid reports that US President Donald Trump is weighing options against Iran, including possible targeted strikes on security forces and leadership.
Earlier the same day, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also spoke by phone with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
According to the Foreign Office, Dar expressed concern over the evolving situation and stressed that dialogue and diplomacy remained the only viable path forward. Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact.
The two foreign ministers had also spoken on Saturday, when Araghchi thanked Dar for Pakistan’s support at the United Nations Human Rights Council, including its vote against a resolution extending the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran. Pakistan was among seven countries, along with India and China, that opposed the resolution.
