ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday held a telephonic conversation with his Kyrgyz counterpart, Jeenbek Kulubaev, during which the two leaders discussed the evolving regional situation.
“They exchanged views on bilateral ties and reaffirmed the strength of Pakistan–Kyrgyz relations,” according to the Foreign Office.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation this evening with Foreign Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev.
They exchanged views on bilateral ties and reaffirmed the strength of Pakistan–Kyrgyz relations.… pic.twitter.com/fGyAAUBeOn
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 22, 2026
While discussing the evolving regional situation, Foreign Minister Kulubaev appreciated Ishaq Dar’s efforts and Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting dialogue and diplomacy for regional peace and stability.
“Both sides agreed to remain in close contact,” the statement said.
Earlier, the United States extended its ceasefire with Iran hours before its expiry, with President Donald Trump citing a request from Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership as a key factor behind the decision.
Trump indefinitely pushed back the end of the two-week truce, crediting a request from mediator Pakistan and stressing the need to give Iran’s “fractured” leadership time to form a proposal.
But he said the US blockade of Iran’s ports — a sticking point for Tehran — would continue.
President Trump on Wednesday also said that a second round of talks between the United States and Iran could take place “as soon as Friday,” as Pakistan continued relentless diplomatic efforts to bring Washington and Tehran back to the negotiation table.
Speaking to The New York Post, Trump said “good news” regarding renewed negotiations may be coming as soon as Friday, adding that a follow-up round of talks was under consideration.
