ISLAMABAD — Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a high-level discussion with Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty on Saturday, focusing on the humanitarian and political crisis unfolding in Gaza and Palestine.
According to a statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the two leaders exchanged views on the latest developments in the region and emphasized the need for coordinated diplomatic efforts to address the worsening situation. The conversation comes just days before a critical regional summit scheduled to take place in Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to supporting peace initiatives and humanitarian relief efforts, while also exploring avenues for broader regional cooperation. The dialogue underscores the growing urgency among regional powers to de-escalate the conflict and prevent further civilian suffering in Gaza.
The upcoming summit in Egypt is expected to bring together key stakeholders from across the Middle East and beyond, aiming to forge a unified response to the crisis and chart a path toward sustainable peace.
