ISLAMABAD: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has appreciated Islamabad’s efforts to facilitate engagement aimed at advancing regional peace.
He made the remarks during a telephonic conversation with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Friday, according to the Foreign Office.
“The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and cooperation at multilateral fora in support of international peace and security,” it said.
During the call, Foreign Minister Lavrov appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States.
Ishaq, in his remarks, underscored Pakistan’s resolve to continue contributing to efforts aimed at promoting dialogue and diplomacy to resolve all issues.
Emphasising the need for continued high-level engagement, both sides discussed rescheduling Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Russia at a mutually convenient date in the near future. The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister also invited Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to visit Pakistan.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister H.E. Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar today held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, H.E. Sergey Lavrov.
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— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 24, 2026
It is pertinent to mention that Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad tonight along with a small delegation, according to Pakistan government sources.
Following key discussions with Pakistan’s mediation team, a second round of peace talks between the United States and Iran is likely to be held in Islamabad, sources said.
Meanwhile, the US logistical and security team is already present in Islamabad to facilitate the negotiation process, sources added.
Pakistan took centre stage when it brokered a 14-day ceasefire between the US and Iran, followed by high-stakes talks in Islamabad attended by senior delegations from the two countries earlier this month.
The high-stakes talks concluded without a final agreement; however, it paved the way for further negotiations and diplomacy to resolve the US-Iran conflict.
The Pakistan-brokered ceasefire remained intact, with confidence-building measures being pursued to secure a permanent truce.
