Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi stated that Islamabad is working to create a conducive environment for dialogue, with the next phase focused on meaningful negotiations among key stakeholders.
The conflict—ongoing for over a month between the United States, Israel, and Iran—has had widespread regional and global economic repercussions. Iran’s effective restriction of oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted global energy markets and intensified economic pressures worldwide.
Pakistan has recently hosted foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt, while also facilitating communication between Washington and Tehran. According to the spokesperson, both sides have expressed confidence in Pakistan’s role and appreciated its mediation efforts.
He said Pakistan remains in contact with European partners, as well as organisations including the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and the Gulf Cooperation Council, to support dialogue and diplomacy. He clarified that ongoing consultations, including a four-country process, should not be viewed as an alliance but rather as efforts to enhance coordination and shared interests.
Referring to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s visit to China, the spokesperson said a joint five-point peace plan developed with China has gained international recognition and has been shared with all relevant stakeholders.
Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach has also received support from global leaders, including from Malaysia and European countries. The President of the European Council has also expressed backing for Islamabad’s efforts.
The spokesperson confirmed that Iran has allowed 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, describing the move as a positive step toward regional stability. These vessels are continuing their scheduled movement, though further operational details were not disclosed.
Separately, Pakistan has dispatched a delegation to Urumqi for talks with Afghanistan, following Dar’s visit to Beijing for discussions with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. China is playing a mediatory role in tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Meanwhile, the Foreign Office said counterterrorism operations under Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq continue without interruption, despite ongoing diplomatic engagements.
Addressing regional rhetoric, the spokesperson criticised India for attempting to portray sectarian divisions within Pakistan, calling such narratives misleading and potentially harmful to regional stability.
