BRUSSELS, (Unib Rashid): Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, held a telephone conversation on Monday with the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, as regional tensions continue to escalate despite the agreement reached between the United States and Iran.

During the conversation, the two leaders reviewed the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East and discussed the latest regional security developments.

Both sides commended Pakistan’s sincere diplomatic efforts, which led to the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). However, they expressed serious concern over recent violations of the ceasefire and stressed the importance of keeping diplomatic and communication channels open to prevent further escalation.

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also briefed the EU High Representative on Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic initiatives aimed at establishing a comprehensive framework for lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.

The two leaders underscored the need for all parties to fully adhere to the ceasefire agreement and agreed to remain in close contact as efforts continue to promote regional peace and stability.