Summary FO spokesperson highlighted that Shehbaz Sharif played an active role in facilitating US-Iran talks held in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – The Foreign Office (FO) on Thursday stated that Pakistan is playing a significant mediating role between the United States and Iran, adding that the recent round of negotiations remained largely constructive.
During a weekly briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif played an active role in facilitating US-Iran talks held in Islamabad.
He said that a 21-hour negotiation process between the two sides was productive, reflecting Pakistan’s strong commitment to promoting peace in the region.
Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran have been widely appreciated in international circles, he added.
The spokesperson further noted that the prime minister is currently on Tri-nation visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkiye to discuss the Middle East crisis.
He added that Pakistan’s role helped make a ceasefire between Iran and the US possible. The prime minister also received phone calls from leaders of various countries acknowledging Pakistan’s efforts.
FO spokesperson also condemned Israeli aggression and attacks in Lebanon, reiterating Pakistan’s commitment to a principled, dialogue-driven, and diplomatic approach to resolving complex geopolitical conflicts.
Tahir Andrabi said that Pakistan continues to maintain active engagement with all relevant parties as part of its efforts to reduce tensions and promote peaceful resolutions in the region.
He emphasized that Pakistan, acting as a facilitator and mediator, has kept open channels of communication with concerned stakeholders to help de-escalate tensions and create space for dialogue.
According to the spokesperson, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, along with the country’s senior military leadership, has been actively involved in diplomatic outreach aimed at ensuring regional peace and stability. Pakistan has consistently maintained that conflicts can only be resolved through dialogue and cooperation.
The Foreign Office further noted that ongoing diplomatic engagements, including visits by Pakistan’s senior military leadership to Iran, are part of this broader policy to strengthen consultation and coordination for regional peace.
Pakistan reaffirmed its role as a responsible and constructive state on the global stage, stressing that diplomacy and dialogue remain the only effective means to resolve conflicts.
FO spokesperson stated that Pakistan’s foreign policy remains centered on sustained engagement, negotiations, and collaboration with global partners—an approach considered essential for regional stability and economic progress.
