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Sharif briefs Saudi Crown Prince as Pakistan pushes to mediate U.S.-Iran talks

The Hindu · · 588 words · By PTI

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif engaged in diplomatic discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman and other international leaders regarding regional conflicts. The article details Pakistan's efforts to facilitate peace talks between the U.S. and Iran, while also highlighting ongoing tensions involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the U.S. military actions.

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“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.”
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Mian Abbas Sharif (4 January 1953 – 11 January 2013) was a Pakistani politician and Tablighi Jamaat missionary who was the Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 1993 to 1997. He was the you…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The prime minister of Pakistan is the head of the Government of Pakistan. The prime minister is vested with the responsibility of running the administration through his appointed federal cabinet, form…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif (born 23 September 1951) is a Pakistani politician and businessman who has served as the prime minister of Pakistan since 2024, having previously been in the role between …
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“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.”
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Mian Abbas Sharif (4 January 1953 – 11 January 2013) was a Pakistani politician and Tablighi Jamaat missionary who was the Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 1993 to 1997. He was the you…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The prime minister of Pakistan is the head of the Government of Pakistan. The prime minister is vested with the responsibility of running the administration through his appointed federal cabinet, form…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif (born 23 September 1951) is a Pakistani politician and businessman who has served as the prime minister of Pakistan since 2024, having previously been in the role between …
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“During the call, he appreciated the Kingdom’s restraint and, 'I stressed the urgent need for de-escalation', and an end to hostilities.”
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — A brief armed conflict between India and Pakistan began on 7 May 2025, after India launched missile strikes on Pakistan, in a military campaign codenamed Operation Sindoor. India said that the operati…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Mian Abbas Sharif (4 January 1953 – 11 January 2013) was a Pakistani politician and Tablighi Jamaat missionary who was the Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 1993 to 1997. He was the you…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif (born 23 September 1951) is a Pakistani politician and businessman who has served as the prime minister of Pakistan since 2024, having previously been in the role between …
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“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.”
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“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.”
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“U.S. President Donald Trump shared Mr. Sharif’s post on his Truth Social platform.”
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“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.”
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“The peace plan was shared with Iranian officials via Pakistan.”
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“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.”
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“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.”
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“Mr. Dar received British High Commissioner Jane Marriott at the Foreign Office, and the two held discussions on the evolving regional situation.”
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“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.”
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“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.”
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“Mr. Dar 'underscored the urgent need to promote de-escalation in the Middle East and the wider region through dialogue and diplomacy.'”
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“Starting February 28, the U.S. and Israel launched a joint attack on Iran, which killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.”
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“Iran's retaliation escalated the war to the entire Gulf region.”
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“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.”
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“Pakistan maintains close ties with both Iran and the Trump administration.”
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“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.”
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