Pakistan, Saudi Arabia call for restraint amid renewed regional escalation

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud have expressed concern over renewed regional tensions despite the signing of the Islamabad memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran in June 2026.

According to Pakistan's Foreign Ministry, the two officials discussed the latest developments during a telephone conversation and agreed that the renewed conflict serves no one's interests and undermines efforts to promote regional peace and stability, Caliber.Az reports.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, held a telephonic conversation today with His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. @FaisalbinFarhan

The two leaders exchanged views on the… pic.twitter.com/t3GIB46LPD

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 11, 2026

The Saudi foreign minister shared the Kingdom's perspective on ongoing diplomatic initiatives and stressed the importance of de-escalation and continued dialogue, the ministry said.

Dar reiterated Pakistan's call for all parties to exercise maximum restraint and allow mediation efforts the time and space needed to achieve a peaceful and meaningful outcome.

The two ministers also agreed to remain in close contact as diplomatic efforts continue, the ministry said.

By Sabina Mammadli