Iranian, Pakistani leaders hold hour-long call on regional tensions

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation lasting more than an hour, focusing on regional conflicts and ongoing efforts to promote peace, according to Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s Office, as reported by Caliber.Az.

In a statement following the call, Sharif reaffirmed Islamabad’s position on recent developments, particularly regarding tensions involving Iran.

Held a detailed telephone conversation with my brother President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran earlier today, lasting over one hour.

I reiterated Pakistan’s strong condemnation of the continued Israeli attacks on Iran, including recent strikes on civilian infrastructure, and…

— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) March 28, 2026

“I reiterated Pakistan’s strong condemnation of the continued Israeli attacks on Iran, including recent strikes on civilian infrastructure, and conveyed Pakistan’s solidarity with the brave people of Iran. Expressed, once again, my condolences on the tragic loss of precious lives and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured and displaced,” Sharif wrote on X.

He added that he had thanked Pezeshkian for recognising Pakistan’s diplomatic role, noting: “Also thanked him for his appreciation of Pakistan’s sincere efforts to advance peace and facilitate dialogue in the region.”

Sharif further outlined Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic engagement aimed at reducing tensions. “I apprised him of Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic outreach – engaging the United States and brotherly Gulf and Islamic countries – to facilitate dialogue and de-escalation,” he said.

Separately, it was previously reported that a four-way meeting of the foreign ministers of Türkiye, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia is scheduled to take place in Islamabad on March 30. The talks are expected to address key regional developments, including the ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran.

By Tamilla Hasanova