ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has held a telephone conversation with the Foreign Minister of Turkiye, Hakan Fidan, and exchanged views on the recent developments in the region.
The two leaders also discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations, said a Foreign Ministry statement on Saturday.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation on matters of mutual interest and promoting regional peace and stability.
It is pertinent to mention that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reaffirmed Turkey’s continued support for Pakistan after the recent escalation with India, praising Islamabad’s restraint and commitment to peace.
“On the nefarious terror attack or missile attack against Pakistan, we have a very clear stance — we expressed our support to the Pakistani public,” Erdogan said in an address. He welcomed the ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed neighbours and commended Pakistan’s “patience and common sense” in the face of Indian aggression.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today held a telephone conversation with the Foreign Minister of Turkiye, Hakan Fidan @HakanFidan.
The two leaders exchanged views on the recent developments in the region and discussed ways to… pic.twitter.com/sUHgmKqtkV
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) May 17, 2025
Erdogan stated that “I congratulate… our Pakistani brothers and sisters for their patience and ‘common sense’ in responding to India’s ‘nefarious’ attacks.’
Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos
The tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours escalated in late April after an attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) that resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians.
India accused Pakistan and launched missile and drone strikes. Pakistan responded with Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, targeting Indian military installations.
Amidst mounting international concern, the United States brokered a ceasefire. Pakistan has consistently advocated for peace and regional stability.
