Islamabad: Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan engaged in discussions regarding the regional situation after US President Donald Trump dismissed Iran's response to a US proposal for ending the ongoing conflict.

According to Anadolu Agency, during a phone conversation, Prince Faisal acknowledged Pakistan's role in promoting regional peace and stability. He reiterated Saudi Arabia's support for Islamabad's efforts, especially in light of the ongoing engagement between Iran and the United States. The conversation highlighted the importance of safeguarding maritime security, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, and both leaders agreed to maintain close communication on regional and international developments.

The backdrop of these discussions includes the recent US and Israeli strikes against Iran on February 28, which led to retaliatory actions from Tehran against Israel and US allies in the Gulf. This also resulted in the temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz. A ceasefire, facilitated by Pakistani mediation, came into effect on April 8, but subsequent talks in Islamabad did not yield a permanent resolution. Although the truce was extended by President Trump, it lacked a definitive timeline.

Tensions rose further when Iran sent its response to Pakistan regarding a US proposal to end the conflict. The proposal was met with rejection by President Trump, who labeled Iran's response as "totally unacceptable."