Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday exchanged views with his Emirati counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the developing regional situation as diplomacy intensifies to resolve the conflict between Iran and the United States.
Since the start of the war between the United States, Israel and Iran, Pakistani leaders have stepped up diplomatic efforts to help ease tensions. Dar held telephone conversations with his counterparts from several Gulf states and other countries, emphasizing the importance of de-escalation and emphasizing the need to continue dialogue and diplomacy in accordance with the principles of the United Nations Charter.
During a meeting with his UAE counterpart today, FM Dar highlighted the importance of peace and stability, calling for immediate de-escalation and stressing that dialogue and diplomacy remained the only viable path, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (FO) said on X.
He also expressed sadness over the loss of lives, including three Pakistani nationals, during Iranian attacks on the UAE and reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the country.
The two leaders exchanged Eid greetings and agreed to stay in close touch.
Senator DPM/FM @MIshaqDar50 spoke to UAE DPM/FM, HH Sheikh @ABZayed.
They exchanged views on the evolving regional situation. The DPM/FM stressed the importance of peace and stability, calling for immediate de-escalation and emphasizing that dialogue and diplomacy remain the priority. pic.twitter.com/jOdR7SCqzo
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 24, 2026
Earlier, Pakistan acknowledged that it was actively pursuing diplomatic channels to help end the ongoing war in the Middle East, while warning against media speculation that could undermine sensitive efforts requiring discretion.
In an exclusive conversation with The Express PK Press ClubFO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Islamabad remained firmly committed to resolving the conflict through dialogue and engagement, in line with its long-standing foreign policy principles.
“Pakistan, in line with its long-standing policy, remains committed to resolving the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the Persian Gulf through diplomatic means and engagements,” Andrabi said.
He stressed, however, that such efforts required confidentiality. “Diplomacy and negotiations often require that certain issues be advanced with discretion,” he noted, calling on the media to refrain from speculation and wait for official announcements.
