ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan during which the sides expressed deep concern over the recent escalation in the region despite the signing of the Islamabad MoU between the United States and Iran in June 2026.
The two leaders exchanged views on the recent developments in the region and agreed that the renewed conflict serves no one’s interest and undermines efforts toward regional peace and stability, a Foreign Office statement said on Saturday.
The Saudi Foreign Minister shared the Kingdom’s perspective on ongoing diplomatic efforts and emphasised the importance of de-escalation and continued dialogue.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, held a telephonic conversation today with His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. @FaisalbinFarhan
The two leaders exchanged views on the… pic.twitter.com/t3GIB46LPD
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 11, 2026
“DPM/FM reaffirmed Pakistan’s call on all parties to exercise maximum restraint and allow mediation efforts the necessary time and space to achieve a peaceful and meaningful outcome,” it said.
The two leaders agreed to remain in close contact.
Ishaq Dar, Maldivian FM discuss developments in Middle East
Earlier, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar had a telephone conversation with Maldivian Foreign Minister Dr Iruthisham Adam, the Foreign Office (FO) said.
“The two foreign ministers also exchanged views on regional and international developments. Foreign Minister Adam appreciated Pakistan’s role in mediating the Iran-US conflict,” the FO said on X.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Maldives, Her Excellency Dr. Iruthisham Adam. @IruthishamAdam
DPM/FM congratulated Dr. Adam on the forthcoming 61st… pic.twitter.com/ASXdAZJSpX
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 11, 2026
“While reaffirming their shared commitment to further strengthening the longstanding bonds of friendship and cooperation between Pakistan and the Maldives, the two leaders agreed to remain in close contact.”
US agree to continue talks with Iran
Trump said on Friday that the United States had agreed to continue talks with Iran, although he said the ceasefire was over following the latest exchange of attacks.
“The Islamic Republic of Iran has asked us to continue talks. We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.
“The Islamic Republic of Iran has asked us to continue “talks.” We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” – President DONALD J. TRUMP pic.twitter.com/TzZikn1Cya
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 10, 2026
Saudi Arabia has consistently called for restraint, dialogue and diplomatic solutions to preserve regional stability and ensure the security of international shipping routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy transit corridors.
Pakistan intensifies diplomatic efforts
Mediator Pakistan has intensified diplomatic efforts to de-escalate renewed military escalation between the United States and Iran and bring both sides back to negotiations under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) framework to permanently end the conflict.
The diplomatic initiative comes after a fresh exchange of military strikes between Washington and Tehran following an Iranian missile attack on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan has also appealed for restraint and offered to continue mediating between the two countries.
The Islamabad MoU was signed on June 18 by US President Donald Trump, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after Pakistan brokered a ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.
Under the Islamabad MoU, the US and Iran committed to halt military operations, reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping and negotiate a comprehensive agreement covering Iran’s nuclear programme, US sanctions and a permanent ceasefire within 60 days.
