Pakistan has stepped up diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and the United States, as Iranian leaders have stressed that Washington must take concrete steps to rebuild Tehran’s trust before negotiations can resume. Field Marshal Asim Munir’s visit to Tehran comes amid wider international efforts to prevent renewed hostilities and revive diplomatic engagement. During…
The conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran has continued amid military strikes, retaliatory attacks and repeated diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire. The war began on February 28, when the US and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran, with US President Donald Trump announcing the start of what he described as “major…
Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and security at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), condemning continued Houthi attacks and calling for an immediate end to hostilities. Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, reiterated Islamabad’s support for the kingdom under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement….
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar have intensified Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, holding meetings with foreign leaders and discussing bilateral relations, regional security and international developments. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Kenyan President William Ruto and Kuwait’s…
The first round of quadripartite negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, after approximately 80 minutes of discussions, with Pakistan and Qatar serving as key mediators in the high-level diplomatic process. According to reports, the opening session ended to allow participating delegations to hold internal consultations before continuing negotiations. Officials did…
Japan has commended Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in helping facilitate the recent understanding reached between the United States and Iran, describing Islamabad’s contribution as constructive and significant in promoting regional peace and stability. The appreciation came during a telephone conversation between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, and Japan’s Foreign Minister, Toshimitsu Motegi….
Khawaja Asif has expressed optimism about a potential agreement between the United States and Iran, stating that Pakistan stands to benefit significantly from any peace settlement in the region. Speaking amid rising tensions in the Gulf, the defence minister highlighted that improved relations between Washington and Tehran could lead to enhanced regional stability and stronger…
Pakistan has reaffirmed its strong and continued commitment to United Nations peacekeeping operations at a time when the global body is facing a serious financial crisis that threatens its operational stability. Speaking at the opening session of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations at the United Nations headquarters, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Asim…
