Islamabad: Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres engaged in discussions regarding the escalating tensions in the Middle East during a phone call, as indirect talks between the United States and Iran continue. The conversation focused on the situation’s implications for international peace and security, as shared by Dar on the US social media platform X.

According to Anadolu Agency, Dar emphasized the critical role of the UN in conflict prevention and resolution, reaffirming Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to diplomacy and dialogue as the sole viable path to achieving lasting peace. In response, Guterres expressed his full support for Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at fostering peace and stability in the region.

On Thursday, Pakistan confirmed its direct involvement in facilitating communication between the US and Iran, with the goal of ending the conflict in the Middle East. Dar revealed that the US has presented 15 points currently under deliberation by Iran.

Earlier reports from sources in Islamabad indicated that this week is pivotal for any potential breakthrough in the negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The sources also mentioned that Islamabad anticipates a visit from a US delegation, despite Tehran’s continued wariness due to lingering mistrust.