“Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman about Islamabad's diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the tenuous West Asia situation.”

“Mr. Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s strong condemnation of the recent attacks on the Kingdom and reaffirmed Islamabad's unwavering solidarity and unequivocal support for Saudi Arabia.”

“During the call, he appreciated the Kingdom’s restraint and, 'I stressed the urgent need for de-escalation', and an end to hostilities.”

“The call comes a day after Mr. Sharif offered to host talks between the US and Iran for a comprehensive settlement of the ongoing conflict.”

“Mr. Sharif said that Islamabad was 'ready and honoured' to facilitate 'meaningful and conclusive talks' between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing conflict.”

“U.S. President Donald Trump shared Mr. Sharif’s post on his Truth Social platform.”

“According to media reports, the U.S. on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) sent Iran a 15-point plan and ceasefire proposal to end the war in West Asia.”

“The peace plan was shared with Iranian officials via Pakistan.”

“Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, exchanging views on the evolving regional situation.”

“Dar underscored the importance of peace and stability, calling for immediate de-escalation and emphasising that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path forward.”

“The Deputy Prime Minister also met Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, who called on him, and their discussions focused on the unfolding regional and global developments.”

“Iran's retaliation escalated the war to the entire Gulf region.”

“Starting February 28, the U.S. and Israel launched a joint attack on Iran, which killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.”

“Mr. Sharif, on Monday (March 23, 2026), in a telephonic conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, stressed the urgent need for collective efforts for de-escalation in West Asia.”

“Mr. Dar received British High Commissioner Jane Marriott at the Foreign Office, and the two held discussions on the evolving regional situation.”

“Mr. Dar 'underscored that diplomacy and dialogue remain the only viable path forward, emphasising the urgent need for early resolution of the conflict,' FO said.”

“Mr. Dar 'underscored the urgent need to promote de-escalation in the Middle East and the wider region through dialogue and diplomacy.'”

“Pakistan maintains close ties with both Iran and the Trump administration.”

“According to official sources, Pakistan is in contact with both the U.S. and Iran, and facilitating backdoor communication, including initial drafts of respective demands for creating peace in the region.”